Assistant General Council
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Negotiate, draft, and review contracts, proposals, and offers for public and private sectors, including framework agreements, energy services, and municipal programs. Advise on larger subcontracts for equipment supply, construction services, and financing arrangements for renewable energy projects. Manage ongoing projects under construction or operation, overseeing EPC contracts, subcontract arrangements, O&M agreements, and joint venture structures. Assist in resolving issues with customers, contractors, and subcontractors while supporting compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations. Requires Bar qualification for England and Wales, eight years post-qualified experience, and expertise in construction law or renewables. Based in London, UK, reporting to the General Counsel in the USA.
Required Qualifications
- Bar Qualified to practice law in England and Wales
- Minimum of eight (8) years post-qualified experience
- Expertise in contract negotiation and drafting
- Broad legal knowledge of the field of construction law or relevant professional experience in the Renewable energy sector
- Keen analytical abilities and detail-oriented approach
- Capability to work autonomously and within multi-disciplinary teams
- Demonstrated ability to provide business-oriented legal advice and recommendations
- Strong communication skills: ability to present clear and practical legal arguments
- Excellent people skills and a capacity to build strong working relationships
- Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- All Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
Desired Qualifications
- preferably with a specific focus on construction
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