Legal Counsel
Added 9 Oct · still live
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£51,600
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2412 (100% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £51,600, and Metlen is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
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New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2412 Solicitors and lawyers Most likely code | £36,100 | £41,300 | £46,500 | £51,600 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Metlen Energy & Metals is a global industrial and energy company covering two business Sectors: Energy and Metallurgy. The Company is strategically positioned at the forefront of the energy transition as an integrated utility, while already established as a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at the European and global level. It has a consolidated turnover and EBITDA of €5,492 million and €1,014 million, respectively, and employs more than 6,583 direct and indirect employees in Greece and abroad.
At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.
We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.
We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support our EPC activities across the UK and Ireland, reporting into the London-based Legal team. This role will provide high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across the full project lifecycle, from tendering and procurement through to project delivery and operations.
Your role will encompass:
At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.
We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.
We are seeking a Legal Counsel to support our EPC activities across the UK and Ireland, reporting into the London-based Legal team. This role will provide high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across the full project lifecycle, from tendering and procurement through to project delivery and operations.
Your role will encompass:
- Provide high-quality, responsive legal advice to support business objectives and project needs across the UK and Ireland.
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- Qualified lawyer in England & Wales with a valid practicing certificate; Dual qualification in another European country would be an advantage
- 3 years’ PQE relevant experience in the EPC energy sector in UK
- Experience in EPC contracts throughout the contract chain including tenders, procurement, EPC and O&M contracts, supply and subcontracting
- Experience in energy/infrastructure projects
- Knowledge of FIDIC and/or NEC4 contracts
- Strong commercial awareness and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience both in private practice and in-house will be considered an advantage
- People & Personal growth
- Results orientation & Safety excellence
- Collaboration & Trust
- Empathy & Effective communication
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Be part of a growing UK business within a global energy leader
- Work on high-value, complex renewable and infrastructure projects
We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential.
At Metlen Energy & Metals we are proud to have Diversity and Inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Solicitors and lawyers (SOC 2412) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~129k in sampleSOC 2412
- Middle half £41,392–77,584
- Median £57,304
- Going rate £51,600
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £36,100–46,500
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Not necessarily. Metlen holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2412 going rate of £51,600. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.