Solicitor

Solicitor

Location: Surrey

Salary: £60k - £65k

Join our client's dynamic team a leading engineering consultancy based in the vibrant county of Surrey. they specialise in providing innovative solutions to complex engineering challenges, delivering excellence in every project they undertake.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Solicitor to join their legal team. As a Solicitor, you will play a crucial role in providing legal guidance and support to the organisation, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations while facilitating the successful execution of projects.

The Role

The Legal Team's objective is to be a trusted advisor to the business. They are looking for a collaborative team player who can demonstrate an ability to provide strong legal advice in a pragmatic and timely way, considering the commercial considerations of the organisation.

The role involves reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial agreements. Due to the varied nature of work, there is a requirement for general advisory work on matters including intellectual property and data protection. The successful candidate will also be involved in the preparation of precedent documents, providing legal support for internal projects, and engaging with the wider teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and support to internal teams on a wide range of legal matters related to engineering projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to stay abreast of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks associated with project execution, including dispute resolution and litigation if necessary.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel and other stakeholders as needed.

Essential Requirements:

• A qualified solicitor with at least 4 years PQE either in private practice or in-house.
• Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements, including supply terms, framework agreements, memorandums of understanding and subcontracts.
• Ability to provide training and guidance to team members and the business on relevant legal developments.
• Excellent written and oral communication and the ability to confidently interact with project teams, senior management, and external parties.
• Strong ability to work to challenging timeframes and under pressure.
• Ability to work well independently, coupled with strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to participate in a collaborative team environment.

If you are a proactive and skilled Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience .

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