RSK Group
Legal Counsel
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The Vacancy
As part of the ongoing expansion of the RSK Group, we are looking for a Legal Counsel with at least 4-5 years PQE to join our extremely busy in-house legal team, which is primarily based in Helsby, Cheshire.
This is a full-time role (40 hours per week), with flexible working arrangements available.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our Group Commercial Legal Services team. Reporting directly to the Head of Commercial Legal Services, you will play a key role in providing high-quality legal support across the business, advising on a broad range of commercial matters and helping to manage legal risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and support to the Group’s central support functions, Divisional Commercial Directors and businesses on general commercial contracts, including but not limited to the drafting and negotiation of construction, engineering and other contracts, consultant appointments and other ancillary documentation, procurement contract, and new project pursuits, including joint venture and collaboration arrangements.
- Support the Group’s businesses in respect of disputes.
- Assist on Group-wide initiatives for developing and maintaining standard contract forms and guidance, compliance, new business processes and training.
- Provide any other legal advice required by the Group businesses and ad-hoc duties.
- Support a collaborative and proactive relationship with the Group’s businesses.
- Support the onboarding of new businesses into the Group.
- Report regularly to the Head of Commercial Legal Services on matter status and participate in team meetings and cross-Group forums as required.
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In addition to your normal duties, you may occasionally be required to undertake additional work necessary to meet the needs of the business, without additional remuneration.
Person Specification
- Qualified Solicitor with 4-5 years PQE
- Law Degree/GDL/MA Law
- Legal Practice Course, with optional modules being commercial/construction focused
- Admitted to Solicitors Roll
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Approachable
- Ability to analyze, interpret and work to a high level of accuracy with a keen eye for detail
- Team player and willing to ‘roll sleeves up’
- Self-motivated and can show initiative
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and demonstrable experience working under pressure in a fast-paced role
Salary and Benefits
- Salary: Commensurate with experience
- Life assurance
- A flexible benefits programme
About the Company
RSK is a global leader in sustainable solutions focusing on environmental, engineering, and technical services. Working together, we address societal challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, offering integrated solutions across sectors such as water, energy, food, infrastructure, cities, mining, and waste management.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
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By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognize that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognize that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?
RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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