Senior Legal Counsel - 4-month FTC (potential for permanent)

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in London is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a 4-month FTC with potential for a permanent role. This opportunity involves handling non-contentious construction law matters, working closely with the General Counsel, and playing a pivotal role in a dynamic team focused on sustainable energy projects.

Benefits

Hybrid working policy (2–3 days in office)

Qualifications

• Experience in non-contentious construction law is essential.
• Strong candidates with lower PQE may be considered.
• Articulacy and innovative thinking are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate engineering and construction contracts.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel and liaise with internal stakeholders.
• Oversee a paralegal within the team.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Legal Drafting

Stakeholder Liaison

GDPR Knowledge

Education

PQE 4+

Job description

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Senior Legal Counsel - 4-month FTC (potential for permanent), London

Client:

Leading engineering company specializing in sustainable green energy infrastructure, experiencing exceptional growth.

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

31e31340a054

Job Views:

10

Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Your new company

A leading engineering company is considering adding a talented construction legal professional to their team, initially on a 4-month contract, with potential for a permanent role upon completion. The company specializes in sustainable green energy infrastructure and is experiencing significant growth.

Your new role

Reporting to the General Counsel and based in the City, this is a newly created position within the generalist commercial capacity. The company is undergoing acquisitions and is backed by a reputable Private Equity firm. You will contribute to the in-house legal team, focusing on non-contentious construction matters, including GDPR projects.

• Draft, review, and negotiate engineering and construction contracts
• Coordinate with external legal counsel
• Handle collateral warranties
• Assist on various projects, meeting deadlines
• Liaise with internal stakeholders
• Work with the General Counsel to implement legal policies and strategies
• Oversee a paralegal within the team

This role offers an opportunity for a driven lawyer to play a key part during a busy period for the team. It is progressive and within a small, dynamic team.

What you'll need to succeed

Ideally, you will have at least 4+ PQE (guideline only; strong candidates with lower PQE may be considered) and experience in non-contentious construction. Articulacy, impact, and innovative thinking are valued. GDPR experience is a plus but not essential. This position is suitable for an exceptional legal professional seeking a senior role in construction law.

What you'll get in return

Salary of £90k-£100k (pro-rated), with a hybrid working policy of 2–3 days in the office per week, within a major and innovative infrastructure company.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom