Senior Consultant - Legal

The candidate will provide operational and legal support to the UK legal division of a global engineering professional services company, with a primary focus on reviewing and negotiating construction and engineering industry contracts.

The candidate must be organised, display excellent English written/communication skills and have the ability to apply independent judgment. 

Should have a law degree and 6+ years relevant experience in the engineering and construction industry, preferably working with multinational construction industry companies.

Qualified lawyer with 6+ years legal experience developed by working in a reputable law firm or in an in-house legal team specialising in engineering and construction law.

• Proficient in English (oral and written).

• Experienced in negotiating complex commercial agreements. 

• Highly developed communication skills.

• Ability to act commercially and to appropriately balance commercial and operational imperatives with legal risk.

• Ability to work as a member of a team and bring to the team initiative, energy and enthusiasm.

• Ability to work independently and report to manager as required.

• Exposure to UK clients and English law desirable.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.
• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

• Responsible for reviewing a full range of professional service contracts and associated documents. 

• Providing clear and concise feedback on contract risks and conduct follow up calls with colleagues to discuss, where required in a timely manner.

• Proactively managing and leading negotiations.

• Establishing and maintaining good professional relationships with the business, as well as with external parties such as clients and their legal counsel.

• Maintain appropriate awareness of the legislative and regulatory environment relating to key aspects of WSP’s current operations.