In-house Solicitor
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About Hargreaves Services plc
Hargreaves Services plc is a diversified group delivering services across industrial, environmental, logistics, minerals, property, and major infrastructure sectors. With operations in the UK and internationally, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.
We are currently seeking a qualified and commercially astute In-House Solicitor to join our legal team. This is a unique opportunity to work across a broad range of legal matters and support a dynamic, multi-sector business with international reach.
Role Overview
As In-House Solicitor, you will provide comprehensive legal support across the Group’s operations in the UK, Asia (including Hong Kong and Malaysia), and South Africa. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors to ensure legal compliance, manage risk, and support the Group’s strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, negotiate, and review commercial contracts with customers and suppliers
- Provide legal support on customer tenders, NDAs, and commercial agreements across multiple jurisdictions
- Assist the Group Legal Counsel and Company Secretary with corporate governance, compliance, insurance, data protection, and dispute resolution
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders across all business units and support functions
- Liaise with external legal counsel and manage legal instructions effectively
Candidate Profile
Essential Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 2–5 years PQE
- Solid grounding in corporate, commercial or construction law
- Experience gained in a national or reputable regional law firm or in-house legal team
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied and demanding workload
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to legal risk management
Desirable:
- Experience in construction law, particularly with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts
Key Attributes:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and business functions
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently
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