Senior Legal Counsel for Energy & Construction (Remote)

Hitachi; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with at least 2 years PQE to support major construction and engineering projects in Birmingham. This position requires strong skills in drafting and negotiating contracts and managing legal risks associated with high-value tenders. The successful candidate will work remotely while collaborating with a global legal team to contribute to a sustainable energy future.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and legal advice.
• Proven experience managing construction disputes.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for high-value tenders and projects.
• Draft and negotiate EPC agreements.
• Contribute to risk identification and legal strategy development.

Skills

Transactional experience

Legal and integrity matters

Construction law

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or equivalent

Tools

Construction contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, FIDIC)

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel with at least 2 years PQE to support major construction and engineering projects in Birmingham. This position requires strong skills in drafting and negotiating contracts and managing legal risks associated with high-value tenders. The successful candidate will work remotely while collaborating with a global legal team to contribute to a sustainable energy future.