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Balfour Beatty

8d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Derby

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified solicitor/barrister with 2+ years PQE, knowledgeable in construction law, organized, pragmatic, a strong communicator, and an effective negotiator who drives innovation and performance.
  • You will review and negotiate contracts, provide legal advice, support dispute resolution, manage bonds and guarantees, conduct training, and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor/barrister; ideally not less than two years PQE, consideration may be given to less experienced candidates displaying requisite skills and experience
  • Knowledge and experience of construction/infrastructure industry
  • Good organisational skills; self-starter, prioritises own work and delivers independently to deadline
  • Understands business drivers
  • Solutions-orientated, pragmatic
  • Builds productive relationships within Legal team and within SBUs
  • Strong verbal and written communication, able to influence and persuade
  • Effective negotiator, robust but flexible approach
  • Looks for ways to innovate and improve ways of working
  • Lives Balfour Beatty Behaviours & Values
  • Creates pace and momentum to deliver
  • Gets the job done and done well
  • Makes the right decisions for Balfour Beatty
  • Takes ownership and strives for high performance
  • Inspires others to outperform
  • Listens, understands and adjusts
  • Talk Positively, Collaborate Relentlessly, Encourage Constantly, Make a Difference, Value Everyone

Responsibilities

  • Responsibility at all stages of the lifecycle of our construction projects including reviewing and negotiating upstream and downstream construction contracts and associated, PCGs, warranties and bonds etc., advising on contract administration queries including extensions of time and loss and expense claims and advising in relation to all forms of dispute management and resolution.
  • Acts autonomously in analysing and solving problems within established working procedures
  • Carry out contract reviews in accordance with UK policies and procedures and provide commercial and pragmatic advice in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Advise and assist the UK businesses in the negotiation and drafting of contract terms and conditions with its clients, partners, supply chain members and other stakeholders.
  • Advise and assist the UK businesses in the formation, negotiation and drafting professional services appointments and other key business documentation requiring legal support and input.
  • Provide legal support in relation to all forms of dispute management and resolution.
  • Conduct/assist with adjudications or other forms of ADR as directed by the Managing Counsel or Senior Counsel and, in consultation with them engage and manage agreed panel law firms in relation to mediation, litigation or arbitration.
  • Review the wording of bonds, guarantees and warranties in accordance with UK and Balfour Beatty Group policies and provide advice in a timely and appropriate manner.
  • Liaise with UK Commercial, Treasury and Group Legal teams to procure bonds and parent company guarantees.
  • Deliver discrete legal training for legal team and SBUs
  • Stays up to date with new and changing legislation
  • Maintains own CPD
  • Ensures personal compliance with all Regulations and Company Policies
  • Supports delivery of the Ethics & Compliance agenda by the Ethics & Compliance team

FAQs

What is the location of the Legal Counsel position?

The Legal Counsel position is based at either our Canary Wharf or Derby offices, with occasional travel required to other offices/sites within the UK.

Is the Legal Counsel role available full time?

Yes, the role is available full time, but we are open to conversations if part-time would suit you better.

What qualifications are required for the Legal Counsel role?

Candidates should be qualified solicitors or barristers, ideally with not less than two years PQE, although consideration may be given to less experienced candidates displaying requisite skills and experience.

What industry experience is preferred for this position?

Knowledge and experience in the construction or infrastructure industry is preferred.

What are the key responsibilities of the Legal Counsel?

Key responsibilities include reviewing and negotiating construction contracts, advising on contract administration queries, providing legal support for dispute management, and delivering legal training.

What personal qualities does Balfour Beatty look for in candidates?

We seek candidates with good organizational skills, commercial acumen, problem-solving abilities, teamwork, effective communication, negotiation skills, and a forward-looking mindset.

Is there training provided for the Legal Counsel role?

Yes, the Legal Counsel is expected to deliver legal training for the legal team and stay up to date with new and changing legislation.

How does Balfour Beatty approach diversity and inclusion?

Balfour Beatty believes that diversity and inclusion are essential for a successful workplace and actively encourages applications from diverse backgrounds through their Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.

What type of support does Balfour Beatty offer for individuals with disabilities?

Balfour Beatty is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to removing barriers for individuals with disabilities, including offering interviews to those who meet the minimum requirements for the role.

How can feedback regarding the application process be provided?

Any feedback on the application process can be shared via email at candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com.

Balfour Beatty

We are leading the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1909
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group. With 24,500 employees, we provide innovative and efficient infrastructure that underpins our daily lives, supports communities and enables economic growth. We finance, develop, build and maintain complex infrastructure such as transportation, power and utility systems, social and commercial buildings.