Legal Counsel (Construction) - Remote

Overview

Join the Hinkley Point C (HPC) Construction Legal Team as a Legal Counsel, where you will play a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure projects, navigating complex legal landscapes and negotiating high-value contracts.

In Short

• Support the procurement, negotiation, and management of contracts for HPC.
• Advise on procurement strategies and commercial models.
• Work closely with stakeholders to align legal frameworks with project goals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts.
• Ensure compliance with governance and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with industry-leading advisors on complex contracts.
• Identify efficiencies and improvements in legal strategies.
• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Contribute to the UK’s clean energy future.

Requirements

• Solicitor qualified in England & Wales or Commonwealth jurisdiction.
• Post-qualification experience in projects or construction law.
• Strong communication skills.
• Proactive and organized with a detail-oriented approach.
• Commercially astute with strategic thinking abilities.
• Skilled negotiator with experience in complex agreements.
• Passionate about energy and Net Zero initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting from £70,800.
• Market-leading pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Health insurance and discounts.
• Support for parental leave and employee pricing.