Legal Counsel

NES Fircroft; West Midlands Combined Authority; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Legal Counsel with expertise in construction and engineering projects. This remote position based in Birmingham involves providing legal advice on high-value tenders and contracts, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with international teams. The ideal candidate has substantial experience in drafting EPC agreements and managing complex projects, contributing to sustainable energy initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Bonus

Company Car Allowance

Standard UK Benefits

Qualifications

• 4/5 years + PQE in construction and engineering projects.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating EPC agreements.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on complex tenders and projects.
• Draft and negotiate EPC agreements, ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with UK & European legal teams on projects.

Skills

Team Player

Structured

Open-minded

Communicative

Education

University degree in Law

Job description

Position: Legal Counsel, Construction – UK & Ireland

Location: Birmingham, UK (Remote Working)

Benefits: Competitive Salary, Bonus, Company Car Allowance + Standard UK Benefits

Profile:

By 2050, energy demand is projected to increase by 50% compared to today, making HVDC technology crucial for a greener, smarter, and more sustainable energy future. The HVDC market and our innovative solutions are experiencing growth. To support upcoming challenging projects, we are seeking an experienced and high-calibre transactional Legal Counsel (4/5 years + PQE) with a proven track record in major construction and engineering projects. This role involves actively contributing to the energy transition and advancing sustainable energy initiatives.

The successful candidate will be based in Birmingham, UK, primarily working remotely, and will support the Grid Integration business unit for UK & Ireland. Responsibilities include providing legal advice on high-value complex tenders and projects such as High Voltage Direct Current Interconnectors, offshore projects, onshore substations, and grid and power quality solutions. You will draft and negotiate EPC agreements, ensuring compliance with company directives and risk management policies. Collaboration within the UK & European legal team and with international colleagues on cross-jurisdictional projects will be essential.

Ideal Background:

• Strong personal qualities: team player, structured, open-minded, and communicative.
• Experience in construction & energy projects, proficient in drafting, commenting on, and negotiating tenders and contractual agreements for complex national and international projects.
• Expertise in drafting and negotiating standard forms of construction and EPC contracts, especially NEC and FIDIC, with confidence in managing bespoke EPC agreements.
• Ability to develop effective legal strategies, mitigation actions, and practical solutions supporting business activities.
• Experience reviewing RFQs/ITTs, risk identification, and contract negotiations, including framework and consortium agreements.
• Support for project teams during sales, execution, and warranty phases, with a focus on early dispute avoidance and conflict management, liaising with external law firms when necessary.
• Provision of legal training and awareness, including contract negotiation training.
• University degree in Law or a related applicable field.

The Company:

NES Fircroft is working on behalf of a global power technology company with a presence in nearly 100 countries. With a history of over a century of innovation, they provide products, solutions, and services within the energy industry, aiming to improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions.

With over 90 years of combined experience, NES Fircroft is a leading engineering staffing provider across sectors such as Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, and Manufacturing. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we support clients with engineering and technical expertise worldwide. We offer comprehensive support for contractors, including visas, work permits, benefits packages, and accommodation, ensuring safety and compliance.