Legal Counsel

We are working with a market leading engineering and infrastructure group seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function. This role supports a multi brand business operating across utilities, water and engineered solutions, providing practical commercial legal advice in a fast paced environment. The position is based at the group head office in Chandlers Ford and offers genuine exposure to complex, business critical contracts across the UK utilities and infrastructure space.

Key Responsibilities Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts including MSAs, framework agreements, supply chain, service, distribution, manufacturing and data processing agreements. Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice on contract risk, obligations and compliance matters. Supporting the implementation and ongoing management of contract policies, templates and playbooks. Drafting and maintaining standard terms and conditions and advising internal stakeholders on their application.

Advising on utility framework agreements and supporting negotiations where required. Communicating legal risks, protections and obligations in a clear and practical way to non legal teams. Supporting compliance across the business by translating contractual requirements into operational actions. Staying up to date with legal and regulatory developments impacting the group and advising accordingly. Skills and Experience Strong commercial law experience within an in house or private practice environment.

Excellent contract drafting, review and negotiation capability with a high level of attention to detail. Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly, balancing legal risk with commercial outcomes. Qualified solicitor or barrister with significant post qualification experience. Good understanding of intellectual property and data protection law within a commercial setting. Proactive, organised and comfortable managing multiple matters independently.

Experience with in utilities, infrastructure or public procurement environments advantageous but not essential. Summary Position:
Legal Counsel

Location:

Chandlers Ford - Hybrid Duration:
Permanent Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 Plus Bonus & Benefits including Private Medical Insurance Start:
Notice dependent

This role offers the chance to work at the heart of a growing engineering group, influencing commercial outcomes and supporting high value, business critical contracts across multiple operating businesses. Apply now or contact the Kiota team for more details.