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Legal Counsel - Commercial

Bridport Permanent £60,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is looking to bring a Legal Counsel with commercial experience into their in house legal function. The client is based within the Energy & Natural Resources industry. The successful candidate will provide expert legal advice on a range of commercial matters.
  • Join a strong brand within the renewable energy sector
  • Join a growing in house legal team

About Our Client

Our client is a large organisation specialising in the Energy & Natural Resources industry. With a focus on renewable energy, specifically solar.

Job Description

  • Reviewing, drafting and negotiating supply chain contracts for mounting systems and ancillary equipment
  • Developing and maintaining standard installation agreements and terms
  • Managing contractual disputes
  • Supporting procurement teams and sales teams with on boarding and negotiation
  • Advising on product compliance and certification requirements
  • Providing quick-turnaround commercial advice to sales and operations teams
  • Thorough understanding of supply chain and procurement contracts
  • Preferable to have familiarity with NEC/JCT contract forms for installation works
  • Experience with equipment warranties, performance guarantees, and defects liability periods
  • Understanding of installation risk allocation and liability frameworks

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

  • UK/IRE qualified with a minimum 2+ year's commercial law experience, with demonstrable experience in supply chain contracts and installation agreements
  • Strong background in drafting and negotiating equipment supply terms, warranties, and installation service contracts
  • Previous experience within an EPC contractor, solar equipment manufacturer/supplier, or similar technical supply business
  • Proven track record managing contractor/subcontractor relationships
  • Solid understanding of the UK construction and engineering regulatory landscape would be preferable but not essential

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary of around £60,000 - £70,000 DOE.
  • Performance related bonus
  • Hybrid working with travel to the office periodically
  • An opportunity to work in a large organisation within the Energy & Natural Resources industry.
  • A chance to contribute to the renewable energy sector and work towards a sustainable future.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
Contact
Chris Feedam
Quote job ref
JN-042025-6729541
Phone number
0118 933 7038

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Energy - In House
Sector
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Bridport
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Chris Feedam
Consultant phone
0118 933 7038
Job reference
JN-042025-6729541