Legal Counsel - Construction & Projects

• Opportunity for a Lawyer to join an international infrastructure business
• Broad scope of high quality work

About Our Client

The company is a reputable organisation within the construction/infrastructure/maritime sector.

Job Description

• Provide legal guidance and support throughout the tender process, including reviewing and assessing tender documentation and proposed contractual terms.
• Draft and review agreements related to collaboration, procurement & contracting.
• Support arbitration and legal proceedings, offering strategic input and documentation review.
• Advise on legal matters during contract negotiations and project execution, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.
• Monitor legislative and case law developments, assessing their impact on ongoing and future projects.
• Deliver contractual support post-project award, including execution and close-out phases of joint venture initiatives.
• Review project-specific documentation, such as consortium agreements, main contracts, and subcontracts.
• Prepare and assess project correspondence, including letters, variation orders, and claims.
• Actively participate in contract and subcontract negotiations during project execution, ensuring alignment with legal and commercial objectives.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including insurance, procurement, and treasury, to ensure cohesive legal and contractual strategies.
• Promote contractual awareness across the organisation, supporting the development of expertise within legal and contract management teams.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• Minimum of three years' experience as a Lawyer within international construction project environments.
• In-depth knowledge of construction law, particularly international standards such as FIDIC and NEC contracts, is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a pragmatic, business-focused mindset.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary range of £70,000-£90,000 D.O.E per annum.
• Car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday + opportunity to buy 10 days holiday per year.
• PMI & Life assurance
• Enhanced pension of up to 20% contribution
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment in Portsmouth
• Hybrid working