In-House Paralegal Annual Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Location: West Sussex, near Crawley Job Type: Permanent, Full-time, Hybrid (3 days office-based) We are seeking a Paralegal to join the in-house legal team of a listed Group based near Crawley, West Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a broad range of interesting matters within a global, fast-paced environment. You will support the wider legal function and work closely with the Group's General Counsel and senior lawyers. Day-to-day of the role: Assist in providing high-quality, commercially minded legal support across the Group Review, draft, and amend a variety of commercial and corporate contracts and legal documents Support matters relating to employment/staffing, data protection, disputes, compliance, and Group policies Conduct legal research and prepare legal, regulatory, and compliance updates Take ownership of allocated tasks and manage small projects under supervision Assist with the coordination and management of external counsel Required Skills & Qualifications: 1+ Year Experience in Private Practice or within an In-House Legal Department Law degree or equivalent legal qualification (LPC/SQE advantageous but not essential) Prior experience working as a Paralegal in a UK law firm or in-house legal team Experience reviewing and drafting commercial contracts is desirable Proactive, organised, and confident managing competing deadlines Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels Benefits: Competitive salary with bonus potential Pension contributions Flexible working options Additional annual leave Private medical insurance Life insurance Income protection insurance To apply for this Paralegal position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role to Mark Watts, your local Legal Recruitment Specialist.
Apr 04, 2026
Full time
In-House Paralegal Annual Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Location: West Sussex, near Crawley Job Type: Permanent, Full-time, Hybrid (3 days office-based) We are seeking a Paralegal to join the in-house legal team of a listed Group based near Crawley, West Sussex. This is an excellent opportunity to work across a broad range of interesting matters within a global, fast-paced environment. You will support the wider legal function and work closely with the Group's General Counsel and senior lawyers. Day-to-day of the role: Assist in providing high-quality, commercially minded legal support across the Group Review, draft, and amend a variety of commercial and corporate contracts and legal documents Support matters relating to employment/staffing, data protection, disputes, compliance, and Group policies Conduct legal research and prepare legal, regulatory, and compliance updates Take ownership of allocated tasks and manage small projects under supervision Assist with the coordination and management of external counsel Required Skills & Qualifications: 1+ Year Experience in Private Practice or within an In-House Legal Department Law degree or equivalent legal qualification (LPC/SQE advantageous but not essential) Prior experience working as a Paralegal in a UK law firm or in-house legal team Experience reviewing and drafting commercial contracts is desirable Proactive, organised, and confident managing competing deadlines Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels Benefits: Competitive salary with bonus potential Pension contributions Flexible working options Additional annual leave Private medical insurance Life insurance Income protection insurance To apply for this Paralegal position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in the role to Mark Watts, your local Legal Recruitment Specialist.
Employment Senior Paralegal We are working with a well established and highly regarded law firm based in London, who are seeking an Employment Senior Paralegal to join their busy and growing Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment paralegal to step into a senior position within a reputable practice handling a varied and often complex caseload. The firm is looking for a confident and organised individual who can support fee earners while also taking on increased responsibility across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The Firm The Employment Senior Paralegal will join a respected London based law firm with a strong reputation in employment law. The firm advises a diverse client base including businesses, senior executives and individuals across a wide range of employment issues. They are known for delivering high quality, commercially focused advice while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment. The firm offers excellent exposure to complex work and clear progression opportunities for ambitious individuals. This is a full time role with hybrid working available. The Role The Employment team handle a wide range of matters including unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, settlement agreements and general advisory work. You will support solicitors while also taking ownership of key aspects of files, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently. The role will include: Supporting solicitors on contentious and non-contentious employment matters Drafting legal documents including contracts, policies and settlement agreements Assisting with Employment Tribunal matters and case preparation Preparing bundles and managing documentation Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries Liaising with clients, counsel and third parties Managing elements of files independently under supervision Maintaining accurate file records and compliance General support from instruction through to conclusion The Employment Senior Paralegal The firm is seeking an experienced and proactive individual with a strong background in employment law who is confident working within a fast paced environment. The Employment Senior Paralegal will have: A minimum of 2-3 years' experience within employment law Strong understanding of Employment Tribunal processes Experience supporting on contentious employment matters Confidence drafting employment documentation and correspondence Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and client facing skills Candidates without prior employment law experience will not be considered. In return ? Salary of 32,000 to 40,000 per annum depending on experience Hybrid working available Well regarded London based law firm Exposure to high quality employment work Clear progression opportunities within the team If you are an Employment Paralegal in a senior position, please contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law on (phone number removed). Ref: London / Employment Law / Senior Paralegal / Law Firm
Apr 03, 2026
Full time
Employment Senior Paralegal We are working with a well established and highly regarded law firm based in London, who are seeking an Employment Senior Paralegal to join their busy and growing Employment team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment paralegal to step into a senior position within a reputable practice handling a varied and often complex caseload. The firm is looking for a confident and organised individual who can support fee earners while also taking on increased responsibility across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters. The Firm The Employment Senior Paralegal will join a respected London based law firm with a strong reputation in employment law. The firm advises a diverse client base including businesses, senior executives and individuals across a wide range of employment issues. They are known for delivering high quality, commercially focused advice while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment. The firm offers excellent exposure to complex work and clear progression opportunities for ambitious individuals. This is a full time role with hybrid working available. The Role The Employment team handle a wide range of matters including unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy, settlement agreements and general advisory work. You will support solicitors while also taking ownership of key aspects of files, ensuring matters are progressed efficiently. The role will include: Supporting solicitors on contentious and non-contentious employment matters Drafting legal documents including contracts, policies and settlement agreements Assisting with Employment Tribunal matters and case preparation Preparing bundles and managing documentation Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries Liaising with clients, counsel and third parties Managing elements of files independently under supervision Maintaining accurate file records and compliance General support from instruction through to conclusion The Employment Senior Paralegal The firm is seeking an experienced and proactive individual with a strong background in employment law who is confident working within a fast paced environment. The Employment Senior Paralegal will have: A minimum of 2-3 years' experience within employment law Strong understanding of Employment Tribunal processes Experience supporting on contentious employment matters Confidence drafting employment documentation and correspondence Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and client facing skills Candidates without prior employment law experience will not be considered. In return ? Salary of 32,000 to 40,000 per annum depending on experience Hybrid working available Well regarded London based law firm Exposure to high quality employment work Clear progression opportunities within the team If you are an Employment Paralegal in a senior position, please contact Paige Dent at Brandon James Law on (phone number removed). Ref: London / Employment Law / Senior Paralegal / Law Firm
Legal Counsel opportunities like this don't come up often particularly at Legal Counsel level where you're given real exposure, real responsibility, and the chance to work on projects of genuine scale from day one. This is a position sitting within a major UK infrastructure programme, offering the chance to work across complex, high-value commercial and construction matters. As Legal Counsel, you'll be embedded within a collaborative legal team, working closely with senior stakeholders and playing a key role in shaping contractual outcomes across a wide-ranging and evolving project. This isn't a narrow in-house role you'll be involved in everything from drafting and negotiation through to advising on risk, disputes and procurement strategy, all within a fast-paced, high-impact environment. The Role Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial and construction contracts Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders Supporting on complex, high-value agreements across infrastructure and supply chain Assisting with contractual claims, disputes and resolution strategies Managing external legal counsel where required, including cost and performance oversight Contributing to reports and briefings for senior decision-makers What They're Looking For UK qualified Solicitor with circa 1-3 years' PQE Background in commercial and/or construction law Experience gained in-house or within private practice Strong drafting skills and confidence working with complex agreements Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across different levels Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities The Opportunity Work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes Gain exposure to high-value, complex legal work early in your career Broad role offering real variety and responsibility Strong platform for long-term progression within major projects/infrastructure Location & Contract Birmingham based (3 days per week in the office) 6-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension Inside IR35 up to 650 per day (umbrella) Please note this is an Inside of IR35 role, rate offered is dependent on experience
Apr 03, 2026
Contractor
Legal Counsel opportunities like this don't come up often particularly at Legal Counsel level where you're given real exposure, real responsibility, and the chance to work on projects of genuine scale from day one. This is a position sitting within a major UK infrastructure programme, offering the chance to work across complex, high-value commercial and construction matters. As Legal Counsel, you'll be embedded within a collaborative legal team, working closely with senior stakeholders and playing a key role in shaping contractual outcomes across a wide-ranging and evolving project. This isn't a narrow in-house role you'll be involved in everything from drafting and negotiation through to advising on risk, disputes and procurement strategy, all within a fast-paced, high-impact environment. The Role Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial and construction contracts Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders Supporting on complex, high-value agreements across infrastructure and supply chain Assisting with contractual claims, disputes and resolution strategies Managing external legal counsel where required, including cost and performance oversight Contributing to reports and briefings for senior decision-makers What They're Looking For UK qualified Solicitor with circa 1-3 years' PQE Background in commercial and/or construction law Experience gained in-house or within private practice Strong drafting skills and confidence working with complex agreements Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders across different levels Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple priorities The Opportunity Work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes Gain exposure to high-value, complex legal work early in your career Broad role offering real variety and responsibility Strong platform for long-term progression within major projects/infrastructure Location & Contract Birmingham based (3 days per week in the office) 6-month initial contract with strong likelihood of extension Inside IR35 up to 650 per day (umbrella) Please note this is an Inside of IR35 role, rate offered is dependent on experience
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
We're not just your average health company; we're aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing. Added to that we're the first health insurer in the UK to be awarded B-Corp status in recognition of our significant achievements in sustainability, in addition to our ambitious environmental and social responsibility goals. We're looking for a confident, commercial and forward thinking Legal Counsel to lead all M&A activity across the Simplyhealth Group. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a high profile role where you'll engage with the business in a partnering capacity , delivering legal advice in a commercial, pragmatic and user-friendly way. You'll act as the primary legal lead for all mergers and acquisitions activity across the Group, providing strategic, commercially focused legal support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle. You will work closely with senior leaders, external advisers, and cross functional teams to ensure opportunities are assessed rigorously, executed efficiently, and integrated effectively. Alongside M&A, you'll provide high quality legal advice across a range of corporate and commercial matters, becoming a trusted partner to teams across the organisation. This role provides an opportunity for a "self-starter" who wishes to develop and expand into new areas of work and influence the strategic vision of a business. Key responsibilities: Leading M&A activity across the Group , including: Assessing opportunities, structuring deals and advising on regulatory considerations Leading negotiations, due diligence, and drafting/negotiating transaction documents Managing external counsel across corporate, regulatory, competition, tax and other workstreams Preparing governance materials such as board papers and shareholder resolutions Supporting post completion integration, ensuring obligations and operational needs are met Providing broader legal support , including: Commercial contracts, IP, competition, commercial partnerships, joint ventures, trust/employee benefits, employment, property, group insurance and IT. Advising product and commercial teams in a "product led" environment Working closely with Procurement on contract review and contract management processes Supporting corporate and company secretarial matters alongside the Group General Counsel Enhancing legal templates, customer terms, and the overall efficiency of the legal function
PART-TIME Sole Counsel / Head of Legal / Senior Legal Counsel role advising a newly formed leadership team reporting to the Group CFO - 3 or 4 days a week role (hybrid working - Birmingham 1-2 days per week) - Salary c. 100,000 pa FTE plus benefits First dedicated Sole Counsel role supporting the highly engaged executive leadership team on a range of matters - Commercial Contracting (service, supply, procurement, playbooks) - Regulatory & Compliance (GDPR, governance, insurance, H&S) - Operational matters (disputes, risk management, service performance) - Property (leases, access agreements, working with internal property matters) - Governance (Co Sec support) - Managing external counsel on specialist matters You will have 6+ years PQE with a strong commercial contracts background and in-house experience. You will enjoy variety, autonomy and building relationships right across a business. A business partnering approach will be key as you drive a culture change and shape legal processes moving forward helping to underpin revenue growth across a dynamic business. You will be a strong communicator, pragmatic and solutions focused. The business is in an asset-heavy industry so similar experience in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, automotive, logistics etc, will be helpful and an appetite to get on the high-viz and boots to learn about the sector. Given the opportunity to build your experience and drive the legal agenda, this is a unique opportunity for a senior legal counsel looking for greater autonomy with a forward thinking business or a seasoned in-house lawyer who has enjoyed the Sole Counsel role previously. Part-time 3 or 4 days per week with genuine on-boarding support At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
PART-TIME Sole Counsel / Head of Legal / Senior Legal Counsel role advising a newly formed leadership team reporting to the Group CFO - 3 or 4 days a week role (hybrid working - Birmingham 1-2 days per week) - Salary c. 100,000 pa FTE plus benefits First dedicated Sole Counsel role supporting the highly engaged executive leadership team on a range of matters - Commercial Contracting (service, supply, procurement, playbooks) - Regulatory & Compliance (GDPR, governance, insurance, H&S) - Operational matters (disputes, risk management, service performance) - Property (leases, access agreements, working with internal property matters) - Governance (Co Sec support) - Managing external counsel on specialist matters You will have 6+ years PQE with a strong commercial contracts background and in-house experience. You will enjoy variety, autonomy and building relationships right across a business. A business partnering approach will be key as you drive a culture change and shape legal processes moving forward helping to underpin revenue growth across a dynamic business. You will be a strong communicator, pragmatic and solutions focused. The business is in an asset-heavy industry so similar experience in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, automotive, logistics etc, will be helpful and an appetite to get on the high-viz and boots to learn about the sector. Given the opportunity to build your experience and drive the legal agenda, this is a unique opportunity for a senior legal counsel looking for greater autonomy with a forward thinking business or a seasoned in-house lawyer who has enjoyed the Sole Counsel role previously. Part-time 3 or 4 days per week with genuine on-boarding support At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial & Technology Contracts Location: London (Hybrid - in-office 3x/week) Salary: £100,000-£140,000 DOE Our client is seeking a commercially-minded Senior Legal Counsel to join their global legal team. This role is ideal for a lawyer with private practice experience followed by in-house exposure who enjoys working closely with commercial teams on complex technology contracts. Key Responsibilities: Lead drafting and negotiation of MSAs, SaaS agreements, Statements of Work, licensing and outsourcing contracts . Act as legal lead on strategic deals, advising on risk, governance, and approvals . Partner with Sales, Procurement, Finance, and Compliance to align legal advice with commercial objectives. Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and guidance . Support legal operations, including contract lifecycle management and adoption of legal tech/AI tools . About You: Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 6-10 years PQE . Strong private practice background in commercial/technology law. Subsequent in-house experience in tech, IT services, consulting or digital businesses . Experienced in complex tech and commercial contracts , with awareness of IP, data protection, and emerging tech (AI). Commercially astute, pragmatic, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders. Hybrid role - must be in London 3x/week. Salary up to £140k depending on experience.
Apr 02, 2026
Full time
Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial & Technology Contracts Location: London (Hybrid - in-office 3x/week) Salary: £100,000-£140,000 DOE Our client is seeking a commercially-minded Senior Legal Counsel to join their global legal team. This role is ideal for a lawyer with private practice experience followed by in-house exposure who enjoys working closely with commercial teams on complex technology contracts. Key Responsibilities: Lead drafting and negotiation of MSAs, SaaS agreements, Statements of Work, licensing and outsourcing contracts . Act as legal lead on strategic deals, advising on risk, governance, and approvals . Partner with Sales, Procurement, Finance, and Compliance to align legal advice with commercial objectives. Develop and refine contract templates, playbooks, and guidance . Support legal operations, including contract lifecycle management and adoption of legal tech/AI tools . About You: Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 6-10 years PQE . Strong private practice background in commercial/technology law. Subsequent in-house experience in tech, IT services, consulting or digital businesses . Experienced in complex tech and commercial contracts , with awareness of IP, data protection, and emerging tech (AI). Commercially astute, pragmatic, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders. Hybrid role - must be in London 3x/week. Salary up to £140k depending on experience.
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36072 Our client, a leading technology manufacturer based just north of Cambridge, is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to support its commercial, operational and governance activities. This is a broad, hands on role covering contracts, compliance, risk management and legal support across the business. You will work closely with senior management and cross functional teams to ensure robust legal and regulatory compliance. This role offers a broad exposure to commercial, compliance, employment and IP matters, strong professional development opportunities and the ability to influence legal and governance processes within a high tech environment. Responsibilities: - Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements (supply, distribution, consultancy, NDAs, licensing etc.). Maintaining contract records and supporting commercial teams with risk assessments - Compliance: Leading internal compliance frameworks across data protection, export control, corporate governance and wider regulatory requirements. Developing policies, conducting audits and delivering staff training - Legal Risk and Advisory: Providing practical advice on legal and compliance matters, supporting dispute resolution, and promoting strong ethical practices across the organisation - HR and Employment Support: Advising on employment contracts, policies and employee relations matters - Intellectual Property: Assisting with the protection and administration of patents, trademarks and trade secrets, including liaison with external counsel - Corporate Governance: Supporting statutory compliance, maintaining company records and assisting with board documentation - Cross Functional Collaboration: Working with engineering, HR, finance, sales and procurement teams to provide clear and commercially focused legal guidance Requirements - 5+ years' experience in commercial law, compliance or regulatory roles, ideally within technology, engineering or manufacturing - Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts - Good knowledge of GDPR, compliance frameworks, export controls and risk management - Able to explain complex legal issues in a clear and practical way - Experience with IP, international partners or defence/advanced engineering is beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week 8am - 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 36072 Our client, a leading technology manufacturer based just north of Cambridge, is seeking a Legal and Compliance Officer to support its commercial, operational and governance activities. This is a broad, hands on role covering contracts, compliance, risk management and legal support across the business. You will work closely with senior management and cross functional teams to ensure robust legal and regulatory compliance. This role offers a broad exposure to commercial, compliance, employment and IP matters, strong professional development opportunities and the ability to influence legal and governance processes within a high tech environment. Responsibilities: - Contract Management: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements (supply, distribution, consultancy, NDAs, licensing etc.). Maintaining contract records and supporting commercial teams with risk assessments - Compliance: Leading internal compliance frameworks across data protection, export control, corporate governance and wider regulatory requirements. Developing policies, conducting audits and delivering staff training - Legal Risk and Advisory: Providing practical advice on legal and compliance matters, supporting dispute resolution, and promoting strong ethical practices across the organisation - HR and Employment Support: Advising on employment contracts, policies and employee relations matters - Intellectual Property: Assisting with the protection and administration of patents, trademarks and trade secrets, including liaison with external counsel - Corporate Governance: Supporting statutory compliance, maintaining company records and assisting with board documentation - Cross Functional Collaboration: Working with engineering, HR, finance, sales and procurement teams to provide clear and commercially focused legal guidance Requirements - 5+ years' experience in commercial law, compliance or regulatory roles, ideally within technology, engineering or manufacturing - Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts - Good knowledge of GDPR, compliance frameworks, export controls and risk management - Able to explain complex legal issues in a clear and practical way - Experience with IP, international partners or defence/advanced engineering is beneficial Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!
Regulatory Lawyer, 5+ years' experience, London/ Hybrid, £64,000-£67,000 (DOE), This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including hybrid working, up to 31 days' annual leave, and a generous pension contribution of up to 12%. Additional perks such as private medical insurance, flexible and family-friendly policies, and employee discounts further support your wellbeing and work-life balance. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on or email with your CV. Job ref: 3312 THE ROLE: A new opportunity to join a growing in house legal team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in shaping the team as it expands its remit and influence across the organisation. This is the first role within the team dedicated to non-contentious work, leading on a broad range of areas including commercial contracts, procurement, data protection, and governance and regulatory advice. Alongside these core responsibilities, you will provide flexible support to colleagues on varied legal queries and assist with sourcing and managing external legal counsel as needed. THE CANDIDATE: The organisation is looking for a qualified Solicitor or barrister with strong technical expertise and solid experience in non-contentious commercial legal work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage a varied workload while adapting to new challenges. Applications are welcomed from candidates with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with public sector legal experience, private practice experience advising public sector clients, and in house commercial lawyers, especially those from smaller teams with broad responsibilities. THE TEAM: The Legal Team sits within the Directorate for Legal and Information Management and serves as the organisations in house counsel. Led by the Head of Legal, the team includes a Senior Lawyer, Lawyer, Legal Officer, and Legal Assistant. This newly created role supports a growing and diverse workload, offering the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and progressive environment. THE PACKAGE: This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance. With flexible, family friendly policies and a hybrid working model, it supports both professional growth and a healthy work life balance. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Regulatory Lawyer, 5+ years' experience, London/ Hybrid, £64,000-£67,000 (DOE), This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including hybrid working, up to 31 days' annual leave, and a generous pension contribution of up to 12%. Additional perks such as private medical insurance, flexible and family-friendly policies, and employee discounts further support your wellbeing and work-life balance. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Kaye on or email with your CV. Job ref: 3312 THE ROLE: A new opportunity to join a growing in house legal team in a newly created role. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key part in shaping the team as it expands its remit and influence across the organisation. This is the first role within the team dedicated to non-contentious work, leading on a broad range of areas including commercial contracts, procurement, data protection, and governance and regulatory advice. Alongside these core responsibilities, you will provide flexible support to colleagues on varied legal queries and assist with sourcing and managing external legal counsel as needed. THE CANDIDATE: The organisation is looking for a qualified Solicitor or barrister with strong technical expertise and solid experience in non-contentious commercial legal work. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage a varied workload while adapting to new challenges. Applications are welcomed from candidates with diverse backgrounds, particularly those with public sector legal experience, private practice experience advising public sector clients, and in house commercial lawyers, especially those from smaller teams with broad responsibilities. THE TEAM: The Legal Team sits within the Directorate for Legal and Information Management and serves as the organisations in house counsel. Led by the Head of Legal, the team includes a Senior Lawyer, Lawyer, Legal Officer, and Legal Assistant. This newly created role supports a growing and diverse workload, offering the opportunity to contribute meaningfully within a collaborative and progressive environment. THE PACKAGE: This role offers a competitive salary alongside a strong benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension contributions, and private medical insurance. With flexible, family friendly policies and a hybrid working model, it supports both professional growth and a healthy work life balance. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Sole Legal Counsel Chiswick, London Ready to take a meaningful step into a truly influential in-house role? A growing international business is looking for its first standalone Legal Counsel in London. This is an opportunity to shape an entire legal function and become a trusted adviser at the heart of a scaling organisation. If you're confident managing stakeholders and enjoy working across a broad range of legal matters, this could be an exceptional next move. Want a role where your voice genuinely drives the direction of the business? As their first in-house lawyer, you'll be the go-to legal contact across the organisation, partnering closely with an engaged board and senior leadership. You'll have the autonomy to build internal processes, reduce reliance on external counsel, and guide the business as it evolves across multiple international markets. What will this Sole Legal Counsel job involve? You'll step into a dynamic environment with exposure to a varied and impactful workload, including: Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Supporting employment matters as the team grows Advising on property and facilities work tied to global expansion Managing international queries spanning the UK, US, Singapore, and Spain Helping shape how the business approaches legal risk, governance, and internal frameworks With frequent interaction with US-based stakeholders, an understanding of the US commercial or legal landscape would be highly advantageous. To excel in this Sole Legal Counsel role, you will ideally bring: At least 5 years of post-qualification experience Experience working across a broad commercial portfolio Confidence in influencing senior stakeholders and working autonomously The ability to juggle a varied workload Strong communication skills and a solutions-focused mindset The working environment: You'll be joining an innovative, globally minded organisation that values partnership, collaboration, and clarity. This is a rare chance to step into a newly created role, shape how legal integrates across the business, and have your work directly influence its international growth. Location: Chiswick, London (on-site presence required, with scope for 1 day WFH) If you're someone who thrives in an autonomous environment, enjoys variety, and wants to genuinely influence how a legal function grows, we encourage you to get in touch. Please reach out to or at Harvey John for more information or to ask about reasonable adjustments for this Sole Legal Counsel job in London. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Sole Legal Counsel Chiswick, London Ready to take a meaningful step into a truly influential in-house role? A growing international business is looking for its first standalone Legal Counsel in London. This is an opportunity to shape an entire legal function and become a trusted adviser at the heart of a scaling organisation. If you're confident managing stakeholders and enjoy working across a broad range of legal matters, this could be an exceptional next move. Want a role where your voice genuinely drives the direction of the business? As their first in-house lawyer, you'll be the go-to legal contact across the organisation, partnering closely with an engaged board and senior leadership. You'll have the autonomy to build internal processes, reduce reliance on external counsel, and guide the business as it evolves across multiple international markets. What will this Sole Legal Counsel job involve? You'll step into a dynamic environment with exposure to a varied and impactful workload, including: Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Supporting employment matters as the team grows Advising on property and facilities work tied to global expansion Managing international queries spanning the UK, US, Singapore, and Spain Helping shape how the business approaches legal risk, governance, and internal frameworks With frequent interaction with US-based stakeholders, an understanding of the US commercial or legal landscape would be highly advantageous. To excel in this Sole Legal Counsel role, you will ideally bring: At least 5 years of post-qualification experience Experience working across a broad commercial portfolio Confidence in influencing senior stakeholders and working autonomously The ability to juggle a varied workload Strong communication skills and a solutions-focused mindset The working environment: You'll be joining an innovative, globally minded organisation that values partnership, collaboration, and clarity. This is a rare chance to step into a newly created role, shape how legal integrates across the business, and have your work directly influence its international growth. Location: Chiswick, London (on-site presence required, with scope for 1 day WFH) If you're someone who thrives in an autonomous environment, enjoys variety, and wants to genuinely influence how a legal function grows, we encourage you to get in touch. Please reach out to or at Harvey John for more information or to ask about reasonable adjustments for this Sole Legal Counsel job in London. Harvey John is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. The salary bracket advertised is FTE, for guidance only. We are committed to continued improvement in terms of diversity and inclusion practices. Please get in touch with any questions concerning reasonable adjustments, accommodations, or diversity practices.
This Construction Counsel role in Birmingham offers the opportunity to join a well-established in-house legal team within a major national organisation. You'll work closely with commercial and operational teams, providing strategic legal advice on high-value construction projects. It's an excellent opportunity to take ownership while developing your in-house career. Client Details Our client is a leading UK infrastructure and construction organisation, known for delivering large-scale projects across the country. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, they offer a supportive and forward-thinking working environment. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, clear progression pathways, and a commitment to professional development. Description The Construction Counsel will be: Advising on a wide range of construction and commercial contracts Supporting project teams on legal risk and contract strategy Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements Working closely with quantity surveyors and senior stakeholders Providing pragmatic legal solutions to support business objectives Profile The Construction Counsel should be: A solicitor or equivalent with 3+ years PQE Experienced in construction law (contentious or non-contentious) Confident advising on commercial contracts and risk Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and project teams Able to provide clear, pragmatic, business-focused advice Job Offer This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll benefit from strong work-life balance, hybrid working ( 1 day a week in office) , and the chance to work on high-profile projects that have a real impact across the UK. The business is committed to career development, offering clear progression routes and ongoing training within a supportive legal team. If you're an experienced Construction Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
This Construction Counsel role in Birmingham offers the opportunity to join a well-established in-house legal team within a major national organisation. You'll work closely with commercial and operational teams, providing strategic legal advice on high-value construction projects. It's an excellent opportunity to take ownership while developing your in-house career. Client Details Our client is a leading UK infrastructure and construction organisation, known for delivering large-scale projects across the country. With a strong reputation for innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence, they offer a supportive and forward-thinking working environment. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, clear progression pathways, and a commitment to professional development. Description The Construction Counsel will be: Advising on a wide range of construction and commercial contracts Supporting project teams on legal risk and contract strategy Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements Working closely with quantity surveyors and senior stakeholders Providing pragmatic legal solutions to support business objectives Profile The Construction Counsel should be: A solicitor or equivalent with 3+ years PQE Experienced in construction law (contentious or non-contentious) Confident advising on commercial contracts and risk Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and project teams Able to provide clear, pragmatic, business-focused advice Job Offer This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll benefit from strong work-life balance, hybrid working ( 1 day a week in office) , and the chance to work on high-profile projects that have a real impact across the UK. The business is committed to career development, offering clear progression routes and ongoing training within a supportive legal team. If you're an experienced Construction Counsel, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
You will like Delivering mechanical building services projects from Keighley, Bradford/Leeds, for this national mechanical & electrical contractor with a reputation for quality and attention to detail. They are in an excellent position currently and have a healthy pipeline, justifying sustainable growth. Plus the initial project is a landmark data centre job which will be stratgeic for your career. You will like the Mechanical Projects Engineer/Senior Projects Engineer job itself where you will be responsible for ensuring that all activities within your area of control are engineered to specification, and delivered safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction. Scope includes the Project Management, Coordination, Installation and commissioning of large scale MEP, HVAC & specialist mechanical systems retrofit for a large hospital/healthcare facility. Value of initial client/project £10M+ in value. More specifically: Participate in pre-commencement activities to maximise opportunities, efficiency and profitability Review the project scope of works to ensure precise provision of the customer s requirements Lead the identification of project risks and opportunities, and take responsibility to mitigate or enhance those in your control Ensure engineering solutions are procured and delivered to financial and commercial objectives. Provide accurate and timely information on site progress to the Project Manager and Commercial Lead Manage any sub-contract resource if applicable. Provide leadership to project team members within your area of control, maximising performance and ensuring objectives are met. Build and maintain positive customer relationships Ensure project is closed out in accordance with customer requirements, maximising project profitability You will have To be successful as a Senior/Mechanical Projects Engineer, you will have experience working within the Building Services Sector as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, Mechanical Site Manager, MEP Manager or M&E Manager. Plus a healthy mix of the following: Industry recognised trade or professional mechanical qualification Specific experience on high value mechanical building service projects (£10m) You will get As a Mechanical Projects Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary £50K-£55K & at Senior Projects Engineer level £55K-£60K+ Neg + Package Car/car allowance, £4.5K+ Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme You can apply To the Mechanical Projects Engineer by applying here (recommended), or by sending a CV to (url removed) UK_MS
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
You will like Delivering mechanical building services projects from Keighley, Bradford/Leeds, for this national mechanical & electrical contractor with a reputation for quality and attention to detail. They are in an excellent position currently and have a healthy pipeline, justifying sustainable growth. Plus the initial project is a landmark data centre job which will be stratgeic for your career. You will like the Mechanical Projects Engineer/Senior Projects Engineer job itself where you will be responsible for ensuring that all activities within your area of control are engineered to specification, and delivered safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction. Scope includes the Project Management, Coordination, Installation and commissioning of large scale MEP, HVAC & specialist mechanical systems retrofit for a large hospital/healthcare facility. Value of initial client/project £10M+ in value. More specifically: Participate in pre-commencement activities to maximise opportunities, efficiency and profitability Review the project scope of works to ensure precise provision of the customer s requirements Lead the identification of project risks and opportunities, and take responsibility to mitigate or enhance those in your control Ensure engineering solutions are procured and delivered to financial and commercial objectives. Provide accurate and timely information on site progress to the Project Manager and Commercial Lead Manage any sub-contract resource if applicable. Provide leadership to project team members within your area of control, maximising performance and ensuring objectives are met. Build and maintain positive customer relationships Ensure project is closed out in accordance with customer requirements, maximising project profitability You will have To be successful as a Senior/Mechanical Projects Engineer, you will have experience working within the Building Services Sector as a Mechanical Project Manager, Mechanical Contracts Manager, Mechanical Site Manager, MEP Manager or M&E Manager. Plus a healthy mix of the following: Industry recognised trade or professional mechanical qualification Specific experience on high value mechanical building service projects (£10m) You will get As a Mechanical Projects Engineer, you will enjoy a competitive salary £50K-£55K & at Senior Projects Engineer level £55K-£60K+ Neg + Package Car/car allowance, £4.5K+ Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme You can apply To the Mechanical Projects Engineer by applying here (recommended), or by sending a CV to (url removed) UK_MS
Senior Quantity Surveyor West London (Hybrid) Permanent NG Bailey are currently searching for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team to work on a major infrastructure project. Responsibilities Ensure that our safety first and foremost message is visible and alive through all activities on the project. Ensure the use of, and compliance to, legal and company policies and processes in line with contractual obligations. Understand project contract terms, manage risks and opportunities, ensuring they are commercially mitigated or enhanced. Identify any changes in line with NG Bailey's contractual obligations. Maintain all records in order to maximise contractual entitlements. Communicate with the operational teams on risk and contract terms and conditions and have a continual understanding of project status. Prepare, submit applications, and secure recovery of payment, with substantiation of compensation or variations. With support, manage sub-contract accounts through to final account settlement. Monitor and control progress with the operational team, providing accurate internal reporting. Ensure availability of all project reports, applications, certificates, payments, timeliness and quality of delivery, and tender allowances. With support, negotiate to settle the project account with the client. Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with an M&E background. A degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant experience. Experience of change and subcontract management A good understanding of NEC3/4 contracts (desirable) Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits London Travel Allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor West London (Hybrid) Permanent NG Bailey are currently searching for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team to work on a major infrastructure project. Responsibilities Ensure that our safety first and foremost message is visible and alive through all activities on the project. Ensure the use of, and compliance to, legal and company policies and processes in line with contractual obligations. Understand project contract terms, manage risks and opportunities, ensuring they are commercially mitigated or enhanced. Identify any changes in line with NG Bailey's contractual obligations. Maintain all records in order to maximise contractual entitlements. Communicate with the operational teams on risk and contract terms and conditions and have a continual understanding of project status. Prepare, submit applications, and secure recovery of payment, with substantiation of compensation or variations. With support, manage sub-contract accounts through to final account settlement. Monitor and control progress with the operational team, providing accurate internal reporting. Ensure availability of all project reports, applications, certificates, payments, timeliness and quality of delivery, and tender allowances. With support, negotiate to settle the project account with the client. Requirements Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor with an M&E background. A degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant experience. Experience of change and subcontract management A good understanding of NEC3/4 contracts (desirable) Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits London Travel Allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Compliance Manager Perm Theale: Hybrid (3 days per week on site) You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship We're looking for a Compliance Manager to support and evolve the compliance function for a telecoms organisation based in Theale. Reporting to the Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Counsel, you'll lead the development and implementation of compliance programs that mitigate legal and regulatory risks while embedding a culture of ethical and operational integrity. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, templates, and policies. Monitor relevant regulations (e.g. Ofcom, GDPR, Competition Law) and ensure organisational adherence. Lead audits, manage compliance incidents, and oversee regulatory reporting. Act as a key liaison with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and legal advisors. Deliver internal training, guidance, and clear compliance communications. Support risk assessments and embed controls into business operations. Requirements: Minimum Bachelors degree or relevant level of experience. A level of commercial acumen to actively seek cost savings and efficiencies by innovation, creative team management. Desired: Experience in telecommunications cell site deployment or related project management. Experience or knowledge of reading and interpreting contracts and contractual clauses. Proven experience in compliance management, ideally within telecoms or a regulated industry. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Oct 09, 2025
Full time
Compliance Manager Perm Theale: Hybrid (3 days per week on site) You must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for Sponsorship We're looking for a Compliance Manager to support and evolve the compliance function for a telecoms organisation based in Theale. Reporting to the Senior Governance, Risk & Compliance Counsel, you'll lead the development and implementation of compliance programs that mitigate legal and regulatory risks while embedding a culture of ethical and operational integrity. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain compliance frameworks, templates, and policies. Monitor relevant regulations (e.g. Ofcom, GDPR, Competition Law) and ensure organisational adherence. Lead audits, manage compliance incidents, and oversee regulatory reporting. Act as a key liaison with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and legal advisors. Deliver internal training, guidance, and clear compliance communications. Support risk assessments and embed controls into business operations. Requirements: Minimum Bachelors degree or relevant level of experience. A level of commercial acumen to actively seek cost savings and efficiencies by innovation, creative team management. Desired: Experience in telecommunications cell site deployment or related project management. Experience or knowledge of reading and interpreting contracts and contractual clauses. Proven experience in compliance management, ideally within telecoms or a regulated industry. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and risk management. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environment. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Operations Manager - Cable Engineering (New Connections) North-East EnglandPermanentCompetitive Salary + Company Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Freedom Group have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to lead the delivery of our Cable Engineering Services contract with Northern Powergrid, focusing on New Connections. This full-time, permanent role is based in the North-East of England and offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and excellent benefits. Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality execution of new electrical connection projects across the Northern Powergrid area. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Operational Delivery : Oversee day-to-day operations for all new connections work, ensuring delivery to specification, within budget, and on schedule. Team Leadership : Lead a team of Project Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Site Operatives. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and performance excellence. Client Liaison : Act as the main point of contact with Northern Powergrid for operational matters. Build strong relationships to ensure client satisfaction and contract performance. Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) : Champion safe working practices and ensure compliance with all HSQE policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Project Management : Manage multiple new connection projects concurrently, from initial planning through to final energisation and handover. Resource Management : Plan and allocate resources (labour, plant, and materials) effectively to meet project demands. Performance Monitoring : Track KPIs, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to meet contract targets. Compliance & Documentation : Ensure accurate and timely submission of project documentation, risk assessments, method statements, and as-built drawings. Stakeholder Engagement : Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors, and third-party stakeholders to facilitate successful project delivery. What we're looking for: We're looking for a results-driven leader with a strong background in cable engineering and operational management. Ideally, you'll have: Proven experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution projects. Strong working knowledge of LV and HV cable networks, preferably in a DNO environment. Understanding of new connection processes within a regulated utility environment. Demonstrated leadership and team management skills. Excellent client and stakeholder relationship skills. Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience. NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable: Previous experience working on contracts with Northern Powergrid. Streetworks knowledge. Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM). Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to choose from including: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give-As-You Earn, Travel Insurance and Tax Free Bikes. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Sep 28, 2025
Full time
Operations Manager - Cable Engineering (New Connections) North-East EnglandPermanentCompetitive Salary + Company Vehicle + Flexible Benefits Freedom Group have an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to lead the delivery of our Cable Engineering Services contract with Northern Powergrid, focusing on New Connections. This full-time, permanent role is based in the North-East of England and offers a competitive salary, company vehicle, and excellent benefits. Reporting to the Operations Director, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality execution of new electrical connection projects across the Northern Powergrid area. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Operational Delivery : Oversee day-to-day operations for all new connections work, ensuring delivery to specification, within budget, and on schedule. Team Leadership : Lead a team of Project Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Site Operatives. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and performance excellence. Client Liaison : Act as the main point of contact with Northern Powergrid for operational matters. Build strong relationships to ensure client satisfaction and contract performance. Safety, Health, Environment & Quality (SHEQ) : Champion safe working practices and ensure compliance with all HSQE policies, procedures, and legal requirements. Project Management : Manage multiple new connection projects concurrently, from initial planning through to final energisation and handover. Resource Management : Plan and allocate resources (labour, plant, and materials) effectively to meet project demands. Performance Monitoring : Track KPIs, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective actions to meet contract targets. Compliance & Documentation : Ensure accurate and timely submission of project documentation, risk assessments, method statements, and as-built drawings. Stakeholder Engagement : Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors, and third-party stakeholders to facilitate successful project delivery. What we're looking for: We're looking for a results-driven leader with a strong background in cable engineering and operational management. Ideally, you'll have: Proven experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution projects. Strong working knowledge of LV and HV cable networks, preferably in a DNO environment. Understanding of new connection processes within a regulated utility environment. Demonstrated leadership and team management skills. Excellent client and stakeholder relationship skills. Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience. NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable: Previous experience working on contracts with Northern Powergrid. Streetworks knowledge. Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM). Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays with an option to Buy/Sell additional days Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to choose from including: Dental Insurance, Gym Membership, Give-As-You Earn, Travel Insurance and Tax Free Bikes. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Managerto work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Key Deliverables Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Essential: Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Pre-Contract Tender Experience Desirable: Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Relevant BSC/MSC degree Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body Benefits We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Competitive Salary Company Car/ Car Allowance Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Managerto work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Key Deliverables Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Essential: Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Pre-Contract Tender Experience Desirable: Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Relevant BSC/MSC degree Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body Benefits We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Competitive Salary Company Car/ Car Allowance Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Senior Planner (MEP) London Perm/Full Time Competitive Salary, Travel Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Planner, with experience of MEP projects, to join our team based in London. The main purpose of the role is to plan the allocated high value / complex project producing workable realistic and efficient programmes of work which meet an appropriate standard for the contract conditions and both internal and client requirements. Plans will be implemented with the best-practice approach utilising Critical Path Analysis, Resource Planning, Cost Management and Progress/Productivity Monitoring and Control. Responsibilities Key deliverables in this role are: Arrange and facilitate internal integrated planning meetings with relevant project stakeholders to agree the team input into the project plan and work closely with said team and our external customer. Produce and agree a 'Contract Baseline' programme for each allocated project; that aligns with the agreed formal contract, price and workscope, and reduces risk for NG Bailey. In conjunction with the Planning Manager, ensure that planning outputs / reports are produced in a timely manner for all contract reviews. Support operational teams in order to ascertain whether project targets are being achieved and to jointly establish and agree any corrective measures to be taken where necessary. Take responsibility for all allocated projects, ensuring that progress and productivity is effectively monitored against project plan, produce and circulate clear reports to the appropriate stakeholders in a concise and timely manner (e.g. Resource Histograms, 'S' Curves, Earned Value Analysis). Maintain and update contract baseline in line with agreed contract change (eg variations). Ensure that change impacts are effectively communicated to Operations and Commercial Teams. Ensure that the inclusion of variations are communicated and integrated into project plans. In conjunction with the Planning Manager, perform Time/Risk analysis against programmes at regular intervals with the Project Manager throughout the whole project life cycle. Participate within bid activity as requested by the senior management; working in conjunction with the Business Development department, in line with the Focus Win processes. Ensure that all planning related activities are carried out in compliance with contractual obligations, internal processes and external legislation governing business operations. Requirements To be successful in this role you will have: Considerable experience in a planning role on medium to large MEP / Industrial Building Services projects is essential. Proficient with using Asta Construction site experience Experience of NEC 3 contracts (desirable) Must be able to create and own the programming from initial tender through to completion including commissioning. Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Travel allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Senior Planner (MEP) London Perm/Full Time Competitive Salary, Travel Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Planner, with experience of MEP projects, to join our team based in London. The main purpose of the role is to plan the allocated high value / complex project producing workable realistic and efficient programmes of work which meet an appropriate standard for the contract conditions and both internal and client requirements. Plans will be implemented with the best-practice approach utilising Critical Path Analysis, Resource Planning, Cost Management and Progress/Productivity Monitoring and Control. Responsibilities Key deliverables in this role are: Arrange and facilitate internal integrated planning meetings with relevant project stakeholders to agree the team input into the project plan and work closely with said team and our external customer. Produce and agree a 'Contract Baseline' programme for each allocated project; that aligns with the agreed formal contract, price and workscope, and reduces risk for NG Bailey. In conjunction with the Planning Manager, ensure that planning outputs / reports are produced in a timely manner for all contract reviews. Support operational teams in order to ascertain whether project targets are being achieved and to jointly establish and agree any corrective measures to be taken where necessary. Take responsibility for all allocated projects, ensuring that progress and productivity is effectively monitored against project plan, produce and circulate clear reports to the appropriate stakeholders in a concise and timely manner (e.g. Resource Histograms, 'S' Curves, Earned Value Analysis). Maintain and update contract baseline in line with agreed contract change (eg variations). Ensure that change impacts are effectively communicated to Operations and Commercial Teams. Ensure that the inclusion of variations are communicated and integrated into project plans. In conjunction with the Planning Manager, perform Time/Risk analysis against programmes at regular intervals with the Project Manager throughout the whole project life cycle. Participate within bid activity as requested by the senior management; working in conjunction with the Business Development department, in line with the Focus Win processes. Ensure that all planning related activities are carried out in compliance with contractual obligations, internal processes and external legislation governing business operations. Requirements To be successful in this role you will have: Considerable experience in a planning role on medium to large MEP / Industrial Building Services projects is essential. Proficient with using Asta Construction site experience Experience of NEC 3 contracts (desirable) Must be able to create and own the programming from initial tender through to completion including commissioning. Benefits 25 days holiday per annum, plus bank holidays Pension with leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Private healthcare Free 24/7 365 Employee assistance program to support mental health and wellbeing (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Discounts Personal development programme Flexible Benefits Travel allowance Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
