Legal Counsel (min 8 PQE) - Construction MNC

Our client, a prominent company in the construction industry, is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their legal team. The successful candidate will have a robust background in construction law and extensive experience handling construction-related contracts and legal advisory work. This role is pivotal in providing strategic legal support and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of construction-related contracts, including but not limited to construction agreements, subcontractor agreements, supply agreements, and consultancy agreements.
2. Provide comprehensive legal advice to the business on construction-related matters, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
3. Manage and resolve disputes related to construction projects, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
4. Identify potential legal risks in construction projects and provide proactive solutions to mitigate those risks.
5. Ensure compliance with industry-specific regulations and standards, including health and safety regulations, environmental laws, and planning and zoning laws.
6. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including project managers, contractors, clients, and regulatory authorities, to ensure seamless project execution.
7. Develop and implement legal policies and procedures to standardize and streamline legal processes within the company.
8. Conduct training sessions for staff on legal and regulatory requirements relevant to the construction industry.

Key Requirements:

1. Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 8 years PQE.
2. Proven experience in construction law, including drafting and negotiating construction contracts, and handling construction-related disputes.
3. Deep understanding of the construction industry and related legal issues.
4. Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
5. Familiarity with regulatory compliance and risk management in the construction sector.
6. Experience with dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration, mediation, and litigation.
7. High level of professionalism and ethical standards.