FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel?
The primary responsibility is to provide commercial legal advice and support to the business on various legal topics arising during sales and project execution, including contract negotiations and obligations.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must be English law qualified solicitors or barristers with proven post-qualification experience at a multinational company or law firm.
Where is the job location for this position?
The position can be based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Manchester, Lincoln, or Warwick.
What kind of contracts will the successful candidate be negotiating?
The successful candidate will be negotiating high-value commercial, construction, and engineering contracts.
Is international travel required for this role?
Yes, the role may require occasional domestic and international travel for short periods.
What type of legal topics will the Senior Legal Counsel/Legal Counsel address?
The role will involve a wide range of legal issues, including contract interpretation, intellectual property, competition law, product liability, and compliance with economic sanctions and foreign laws.
Does the team provide training for business partners?
Yes, the team mitigates risk by developing and running training sessions for business partners and the wider Legal & Compliance team.
How many people are in the UK&I Legal & Compliance team?
The UK&I Legal & Compliance team comprises over 20 people.
What is Siemens Energy's approach to diversity?
Siemens Energy celebrates diversity and inclusion, valuing the different ethnic backgrounds, genders, ages, religions, identities, and disabilities of its employees.
What employee benefits are offered for this position?
Benefits include a generous base salary and annual bonus, flexible benefits scheme, 26 days holiday (increasing with service), up to 10% pension contribution match, company share scheme, and employee discounts.