Senior Counsel - Construction (12-month FTC)

In House Legal Counsel | Global Business | Remote | circa £70,000 + excellent benefits A global business that plays a leading role in supporting key energy, infrastructure and transport projects across the world is looking for a Lawyer to join their supportive, close-knit team. This opportunity can be home-based, or you are free to attend the office in London or in one of their regional hubs. Therefore, applicants can be based anywhere in the UK. The Role: The business is looking for a Construction Lawyer to join their in-house legal team, reporting directly into the Head of Legal. Working in a small team, you will take a lead role in handling a broad range of contracts and work on various large scale projects, with a focus on transport and offshore wind projects. You can expect hands-on responsibility in key projects, with oversight from initial tender support through to scheme delivery. You will also have a good level of influence within the business and work closely with senior management, up to and including the Exec Board. This position will suit a construction lawyer with experience advising on JCT & NEC contracts, who is looking for an opportunity to join an in-house legal team within a stable and successful company. The role is an initial 12-month FTC, with the possibility of becoming permanent, but this is not guaranteed. About You: · You will have a minimum of 5 years of experience drafting, reviewing & negotiating construction contracts (both bespoke, and standard such as JCT and NEC) · You will ideally be a UK Qualified Lawyer, but applications are open to those with the requisite skill set who have alternative backgrounds · Be a commercially aware individual and comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels Apply now for immediate consideration, or feel free to call me for a confidential chat. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.