Senior Legal Advisor

Summary

Join Ramboll's Legal department as a Senior Legal Advisor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based in various locations across England, you will be part of a dynamic team. Key responsibilities include reviewing construction and professional services contracts, advising the Executive Board on contract risks, working on diverse projects (transport and offshore wind), and advising project managers on contractual issues. You will lead or assist in contract negotiations. The ideal candidate possesses a legal background with substantial experience in complex engineering or construction contracts, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualifications in law
• Substantial experience in providing in-house legal support in a consultancy or engineering company or advising developers, contractors or similar clients in a law firm
• A solid understanding of contract and construction law and associated contractual risks
• Commercial acumen and the ability to take a risk-balanced approach
• Experience in complex construction/consultancy contract drafting/negotiation
• Excellent communication abilities with strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• The ability to meet deadlines and prioritise workload effectively

Responsibilities

• Reviewing primarily construction professional services contracts (both bespoke and industry standard such as NEC and JCT) as well as other project legal documents, including responding to requests for contract amendments to Ramboll standard agreements
• Providing tailored advice to the Executive Board on risks in contracts and preparing necessary supporting documentation
• Working on a range of projects across different markets with a strong emphasis on transport and offshore wind projects
• Advising project directors and project managers on risks related to contractual issues arising within projects both prior to execution of the relevant agreement and during the project lifecycle
• Leading or assisting in contract negotiations with external clients or their representatives

Benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover and life assurance
• Flexible and Hybrid working to allow you to manage your personal and professional time (fully remote can be also considered)