Assistant Legal Counsel

Etex Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking an Assistant Legal Counsel in Bristol. The role involves providing legal support across various business divisions and requires a strong understanding of commercial law. Ideal candidates will have a CILEX qualification or be a Qualified Solicitor, with excellent communication and contract negotiation skills. The company values sustainability and offers a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Strong understanding of relevant regulations like data protection and competition law.
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support on various commercial matters.
• Draft and review contracts and agreements.
• Manage corporate filings and board documents.
• Assist with litigation management.
• Advise on compliance and environmental matters.
• Stay updated on legal developments.

Skills

Contract drafting and negotiation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Relationship-building skills

Ability to manage workload

Education

CILEX qualification or Qualified Solicitor

Job description

At Etex, our purpose is to inspire new ways of living. We are an international leader in sustainable construction, driven by a passion for excellence, but it's our people that are our top priority. We connect, collaborate, and champion the well-being of our employees, forming partnerships and pioneering change in our ever-evolving industry.

At Etex, we seek to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our customers and our communities. Are you looking for a company where you can learn, grow & lead? Join us as a Assistant Legal Counsel in Bristol!

The Assistant Legal Counsel will support the Head of Legal and work closely with the wider global legal team. This role will provide commercial legal advice across multiple business divisions within the UK and Ireland.

What you’ll do:

• Provide legal support on a wide range of matters.
• Review and draft commercial contracts, NDAs, collateral warranties, and trading agreements.
• Manage corporate housekeeping, including Companies House filings and board documentation.
• Assist with litigation management and liaise with external counsel when required.
• Support real estate transactions and property management in collaboration with the global real estate team.
• Advise on compliance, data protection, competition law, and environmental matters.
• Keep up to date with legal developments and provide relevant updates to the business.

What you’ll bring:

• CILEX qualified person or Qualified Solicitor with a strong understanding of commercial and corporate law.
• Demonstrable experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Excellent communication, problem solving ability, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively.
• Proactive and self-directed, adaptable, and keen to learn.
• Comfortable working autonomously and collaboratively.
• We are named the world's #1 most trustworthy company in the construction sector by Newsweek and Statista in 2023!
• Our culture – we connect & care about those around us. We nurture teamwork, communities, partnerships and new ways of working, placing the highest importance on the safety and working environment of our people.
• Our “Road to Sustainability 2030” is our plan to help build a better, sustainable future. We work towards this vision by caring about our social and environmental impacts and developing innovative solutions.
• We have a strong conviction that diversity of thinking helps us to deliver a strong and sustainable performance. It is also essential for us that everyone feels part of the team. In this spirit, we are committed to equal opportunities and zero tolerance towards discrimination.
• Flexibility: For us, hybrid and flexible working is all about trust, and we want you to be able to do your best work (depending on the role).