Commercial Counsel

Robert Walters; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Counsel to support their Head of Legal and protect legal interests. This role is perfect for an experienced contract specialist who will implement best practices in contract management, ensuring alignment with commercial strategies. The position involves advising on contract formation, handling changes, claims, and legal correspondence. With a focus on international contracting, this opportunity allows you to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment within the maritime and energy sectors. If you are a qualified lawyer with a commercial vision and a passion for contract law, this role is for you!

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in international contracting.
• Specialized in contract law and aware of global operational risks.

Responsibilities

• Support contract management activities throughout the lifecycle.
• Provide expert advice during contract formation, review, and negotiation.

Skills

Contract Law

Legal and Regulatory Awareness

Negotiation Skills

Contract Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Significant Non-Qualified Experience

Job description

The Commercial Counsel is a key role supporting the Head of Legal to protect the company's legal interests and business operations. This position enhances all contract management activities, covering the entire contract life cycle.

The role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced contract specialist to:

1. implement best practices and high standards of service
2. address the growing demands of our customers, partners, and suppliers by providing expert advice during contract formation, review, and negotiation
3. support projects with contract management activities, including handling changes, claims, and legal correspondence, ensuring alignment with the company's commercial strategy, policies, goals, processes, and guidelines

We're looking for someone who is:

• a qualified Lawyer with commercial vision (or significant non-qualified experience)
• specialised in contract law
• 5+ years experience in international contracting
• aware of legal and regulatory matters and contract management across the whole contract lifecycle
• aware of risks associated with global operations and turn-key type technology/engineering contracts within the maritime and/or energy sector (EPC, EPCI, I&T Data Management ideal)

Please apply for more information about this exciting opportunity!