Legal Counsel, HVDC & GPQS

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🕒 6 days ago

🇬🇧 United Kingdom – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

⚖️ Legal Counsel / General Counsel

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Hitachi

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10,000+ employees

Founded 1910

🤖 Artificial Intelligence

⚡ Energy

🚗 Transport

Artificial Intelligence • Energy • Transport

Hitachi, Ltd. is a global company that operates in various sectors with a focus on social innovation. Hitachi provides advanced digital solutions, services, and technologies under its brand 'Lumada' to solve customers’ challenges and enhance societal value. The company is committed to sustainability and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives, aiming to improve quality of life through technologies that foster a sustainable society. Hitachi's products and solutions span digital systems, green energy, mobility, and connective industries, promoting digital transformation of business systems and social infrastructure. Founded in 1910, Hitachi's long-standing dedication to innovation and societal development makes it a leader in driving positive change worldwide.

📋 Description

• Provides expert legal advice over a broad range of issues affecting the HVDC & GPQSS business • Identifies issues of concern and adverse contractual risks • Proactively develops effective legal strategies and practical solutions in support of business activities • Contributes to the review of RFQs and input to PQQs, tender preparation, risks identification, negotiations of contracts • Leads and presents the legal review for risk reviews • Supports contract managers and project teams during project execution • Promotes dispute avoidance and manages disputes and litigations • Ensures excellent corporate governance and supports the implementation of the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct • Manages and liaises with external service providers, including external legal counsel

🎯 Requirements

• Law degree • Proven track record as a fully qualified lawyer in England & Wales • 5+ years of PQE experience relating to grid system or major utilities construction/engineering projects in the U.K. and Europe • Experience in contract law, contract drafting, administration, and negotiation of agreements • Proven experience working within the engineering/construction industry • Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC3, NEC4, and MF/1 • Demonstrable negotiating skills • Expertise in drafting a wide range of contractual and settlement agreements • Ability to work independently • Business-minded and solution oriented • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills including team spirit as well as the ability to influence at all levels

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries • Flexible working hours • Professional development opportunities • Supportive work environment • Career development programs • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)