Senior Legal Counsel or Head of Legal
Bristol (Hybrid)
About Us
Hoare Lea is a human-centric and planet-conscious engineering consultancy. We offer intelligent and sustainable solutions to complex design challenges for the built environment throughout the UK and further afield.
We provide a wide range of engineering and consultancy services, including acoustics, air quality, building services (Mechanical Electrical and Public Health), fire, lighting, security and sustainability to name but a few. Together, our highly skilled teams use technical expertise and problem-solving skills to bring buildings to life. We ensure that, whatever the building, its design is outstanding, and its operations meet the needs of the communities it serves.
We are as committed to providing an environment where everyone can realise their unique potential. So, in joining Hoare Lea, you will experience a business that enriches your knowledge, supports your wellbeing, and welcomes your individuality. We also offer an extensive benefits package, including private medical cover, electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme, stock options, and up to 30 days of annual leave.
Whatever your ambitions or circumstances, our aim is to enable everyone to develop their knowledge, give their best, and enjoy what they do.
About The Role
We have a brand-new opportunity for a lawyer to join our Governance team based in our Bristol office. You’ll lead the legal team, reporting to the Director of Governance and Legal, and working in a collaborative, knowledgeable, and highly engaged team, within a supportive, flexible, and high performing work culture.
In This Key Role, You Can Expect To
- Lead a team of 6 legal professionals (solicitors, paralegals, trainees).
- Be responsible for providing a high-quality contract review and negotiation service to the firm.
- Review and negotiate contracts.
- Interact regularly with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring a communicative, collaborative and timely approach to delivery.
- Management and update the firm’s own terms and conditions and contract related policies and guidance.
- Mentor and support our ‘next gen’ legal professionals including apprentices and trainees.
- Provide ad hoc legal advice.
- Maintain the firm’s legal compliance register.
- Develop our AI contract review platform.
About You
To be successful in this role you’ll need:
- Proven experience working as a commercial lawyer (5yr+ PQE), with a track record of using pragmatic solutions to deliver robust contract terms.
- Demonstrable experience working with clients on supply of service agreements. Experience of consulting contracts would be welcome, particularly withing the construction industry, but not essential.
- Team management experience, including self-awareness, an open mind, and a spirit of generosity.
- Experience of supporting others to develop knowledge, skills, and confidence.
- Great communication skills and an enthusiasm for problem solving.
- A dedication to continuous improvement.
How To Apply
To apply simply complete a CV profile and submit your application.
If shortlisted, one of our recruitment team will be in touch to arrange a introductory call (about 30 minutes) to discuss the role and your experience in more detail. From there, successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview, either via Microsoft Teams or in person at one of our offices.
Adjustments and accommodations
If there are adjustments or accommodations that we can put in place to help you participate and give your best at any stage of the recruitment process (whether relating to disability, neurodivergence or anything else) please let us know.
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