Legal Counsel
CV-LibraryDN40, Immingham, North East LincolnshirepermanentPosted: 5 November 2026
Apply NowAn excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified Legal Counsel to join the Legal and Commercial Team at EFAB Industrial Solutions Ltd. This role will provide legal and commercial support across the full lifecycle of major engineering, fabrication, construction and industrial projects throughout the UK. [Legal Coun...ember 2026 | Word]
Working closely with project, procurement, commercial and senior leadership teams, you will be responsible for reviewing, negotiating and managing a broad range of contracts whilst helping to minimise risk and ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Review, draft and negotiate supplier, subcontractor and client contracts.
* Support tender and bid teams with contractual risk assessments and commercial input.
* Manage contracts throughout the full project lifecycle.
* Oversee contract performance against agreed milestones, KPIs and commercial objectives.
* Administer contract variations, change controls, claims and extensions of time.
* Maintain accurate contract records, approvals and audit trails.
* Identify contractual risks and provide practical mitigation strategies.
* Conduct reviews of commercial and contractual interfaces across projects.
* Advise on dispute resolution matters involving customers, suppliers and contractors.
* Liaise with external legal advisers where required.
* Support the development and continuous improvement of contracting processes.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the business.
* Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and project teams.
* Represent EFAB at meetings with clients, suppliers and industry partners.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry regulations.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
* Previous experience negotiating and managing commercial contracts.
* Strong understanding of commercial and contract law.
* Experience managing contractual risks, claims and performance obligations.
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Able to communicate complex legal matters in a clear and practical way.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, business development and project delivery.
* Knowledge of engineering, construction, NEC or IChemE contracts would be advantageous.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and business systems.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Willingness to travel to project sites when required.
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering and construction projects.
* Career development within a growing industrial services business.
* Hybrid working options available.
If you are a commercially minded legal professional looking to develop your career within a fast-paced engineering and construction environment, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this exciting Legal Counsel opportunity
Working closely with project, procurement, commercial and senior leadership teams, you will be responsible for reviewing, negotiating and managing a broad range of contracts whilst helping to minimise risk and ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Review, draft and negotiate supplier, subcontractor and client contracts.
* Support tender and bid teams with contractual risk assessments and commercial input.
* Manage contracts throughout the full project lifecycle.
* Oversee contract performance against agreed milestones, KPIs and commercial objectives.
* Administer contract variations, change controls, claims and extensions of time.
* Maintain accurate contract records, approvals and audit trails.
* Identify contractual risks and provide practical mitigation strategies.
* Conduct reviews of commercial and contractual interfaces across projects.
* Advise on dispute resolution matters involving customers, suppliers and contractors.
* Liaise with external legal advisers where required.
* Support the development and continuous improvement of contracting processes.
* Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the business.
* Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and project teams.
* Represent EFAB at meetings with clients, suppliers and industry partners.
* Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and industry regulations.
About You
* Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
* Previous experience negotiating and managing commercial contracts.
* Strong understanding of commercial and contract law.
* Experience managing contractual risks, claims and performance obligations.
* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
* Able to communicate complex legal matters in a clear and practical way.
* Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams including procurement, finance, business development and project delivery.
* Knowledge of engineering, construction, NEC or IChemE contracts would be advantageous.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and business systems.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Willingness to travel to project sites when required.
What's on Offer
* Opportunity to work on high-profile engineering and construction projects.
* Career development within a growing industrial services business.
* Hybrid working options available.
If you are a commercially minded legal professional looking to develop your career within a fast-paced engineering and construction environment, we would like to hear from you.
Apply today to be considered for this exciting Legal Counsel opportunity