Senior Legal Counsel - 4-month FTC (to permanent)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for a 4-month FTC with potential for permanence. The role focuses on non-contentious construction law and involves drafting contracts, liaising with stakeholders, and supporting GDPR projects within an innovative team. This position is ideal for high-performing legal professionals eager to influence key projects.

Qualifications

• At least 4+ PQE in construction law.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Experience in GDPR is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate engineering and construction contracts.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel.
• Assist on projects and manage deadlines.

Skills

Non-contentious construction

GDPR

Contract negotiation

Education

Qualified Lawyer (4+ PQE)

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Senior Legal Counsel - 4-month FTC (to permanent), slough

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slough, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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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, and with the potential for a permanent role upon completion of the contract. The company specialises in sustainable green energy infrastructure, driven by a forward-looking approach to the industry's challenges and is going through exceptional growth.

Your new role

Reporting to the General Counsel and based in the City, this role is a newly created position within the generalist commercial capacity. They are going through acquisitions at the moment and are backed by a very well-regarded Private Equity house; however, you don't necessarily need direct corporate experience. You will contribute to the work of the in-house legal team, with a focus on non-contentious construction. You will also work on a range of projects, including a GDPR project the team is currently handling.

• Draft, review and negotiate engineering and construction contracts
• Coordinate with external legal counsel
• Dealing with collateral warranties
• Assist on projects within the team, working towards deadlines
• Liaise with internal stakeholders
• Working with the General Counsel to execute legal policies and strategies
• Oversee the work of a paralegal within the team.

This is an opportunity for a driven and capable lawyer to play a key part at a very busy time for the team. The role is progressive and a part of a small team, within the generalist capacity.

What you'll need to succeed

Ideally, you will be at least 4+ PQE (guideline only - strong candidates with lower PQE may be considered) and have experience in non-contentious construction. The ideal candidate will be articulate and capable of contributing to the team/ having an impact and thinking innovatively. Experience in GDPR would also be a plus, but is not essential. This position is ideal for an exceptional and high-performing legal professional looking for their next senior role in construction law.

What you'll get in return

Alongside a prorated salary of £90k-£100k, you will enjoy a hybrid working policy of 2-3 days in the office per week, working as part of the legal team within a major and innovative infrastructure company.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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