Legal Counsel

Jobtype: Full Time Location: UK - London Category: Support - IT, Legal, HR, Marketing & Communications At Multiplex, we shape skylines across the globe. As a pioneering construction business, we build complex, iconic and sustainable structures that stand the test of time and add to the economic, cultural and community life in the areas we operate. We have the boldness to take on projects others say can't be done. We have the entrepreneurial spirit to challenge preconceived ideas. We have the determination to unlock and deliver value where others cannot see it. What is the overall job? Reporting into the Head of Legal, the Legal Counsel will provide legal and strategic advice on construction projects in the UK. The Legal Counsel will assist in the tender review, negotiation and drafting of construction documents (including building contracts, subcontracts, consultant appointments, bonds and guarantees) ensuring consistency with commercial objectives, arrangements and risk profiles. Other key responsibilities will include: Providing commercial and focused solutions to legal issues Providing high quality legal service without recourse to external lawyers where appropriate Developing and providing training for non-legal personnel in the construction business to improve their understanding of legal issues on construction projects Advising on and managing legal disputes on construction projects. What do I need to be successful in this role? You'll need a Proven post qualification experience within a similar sized organisation, either working in house for a main contractor or for a private practice law firm in the construction sector Additional skills and experience would include: Familiar with JCT contracts, familiarity with other contract forms would also be beneficial Claims experience would be advantageous Familiarity with insurance related issues would also be beneficial. What's the company like to work for? We are a construction company and we are all passionate about delivering exceptional projects that leave a positive and lasting legacy in the cities we build. Because we are passionate, we work hard, and our people are driven. Our Culture? We think we're friendly and our flat management structure means that you'll be just as likely to have a chat with our MD in the kitchen as with any of our other team members. We regularly have business wide socials so you can meet people across our projects, and we run plenty of clubs and events, so you'll never be short of things to do! Benefits of working at Multiplex include: Discretionary annual bonus, 8% company contribution pension Single private medical cover, employee assistance programme, virtual GP service 25 days annual leave, options to buy additional leave, 1 day voluntary leave and entitlement to additional long service leave. Several flexible/voluntary benefits from dental plans, season ticket loans, discounted gym memberships to a cycle to work scheme. At Multiplex we are committed to being a diverse business that is inclusive of everyone. Diversity is about celebrating the ways we are all different and appreciating the unique qualities that every employee brings. We strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join Multiplex. We offer flexibility in how our people work and value the ongoing development of all staff. We operate Multiplex Flex which is much more than working from home! We are open to conversations around flexible working needs for this role and will be more than happy to discuss this with you. #J-18808-Ljbffr