Job Title Construction Solicitor / Associate Closing Date 28-Dec-2022 Position Full Time - Permanent Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Manchester - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our thriving, national Construction teambased at our Manchester office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 4 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly contentious matters but with the opportunity to be involved in other projects. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 4 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 4 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
24/09/2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Solicitor / Associate Closing Date 28-Dec-2022 Position Full Time - Permanent Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Manchester - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our thriving, national Construction teambased at our Manchester office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 4 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly contentious matters but with the opportunity to be involved in other projects. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 4 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 4 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 07-Oct-2022 Position Full Time Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Nottingham - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our national Construction team based in the Midlands at our Nottingham office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly non- contentious matters. You will have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior members of the team. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in non- contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced in contentious transactions or with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 5 - 6 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on non-contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
24/09/2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 07-Oct-2022 Position Full Time Business Entity Gateley Legal Department Construction Location Nottingham - United Kingdom Job Type Experienced Hire Description Gateley is a legal and professional services group, with over 580 professional advisers. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. We proudly won 'UK Law Firm of the Year' at The British Legal Awards 2019. We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. The Team Our nationally recognised construction & engineering team advises on all types of construction & engineering projects for contractors, developers and housebuilders and are involved with international construction projects. Our clients include many of the major developers, national housebuilders, contractors, subcontractors, professional consultants as well as employers not directly involved in construction. We also act for a wide range of other clients including, local authorities, universities, football clubs and automotive clients to deliver on a wide range of construction projects. We also have experience of advising on project involving process engineering and renewables. Our team comprises of a number of individuals who specialise in both contentious and non-contentious construction matters. We are proud that our partners are noted in the Legal 500 UK for their broad expertise within construction. The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an associate to join our national Construction team based in the Midlands at our Nottingham office. This role would ideally suit a construction solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' post qualification experience, who would be capable of working alongside our experienced construction partners on a broad range of predominantly non- contentious matters. You will have the opportunity to supervise and mentor junior members of the team. The successful candidate will be keen to develop their skills in this area within a leading national team, interacting effectively with colleagues and clients at every level and actively engaging in business development. The successful candidate will be able to take full advantage of the on-going comprehensive training available. Key Skills & Experience This opportunity is open to a solicitor with at least 5 - 6 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have a real passion for the law and a solid foundation in construction work, predominately experienced in non- contentious matters. We will also consider candidates who are experienced in contentious transactions or with a broad construction background but who also practise in other areas. Candidates will also have the following: Ideally at least 5 - 6 years' PQE level construction experience at least partially advising on non-contentious construction matters A solid understanding of fundamental construction law Ambition to build and grow a network of clients within professional services Excellent inter-personal skills and a confident manner in engaging with clients and colleagues A strong team work ethic and the ability to work effectively under pressure Drive, commitment, self-motivation and a "can do" attitude The ability to exercise discretion and professionalism at all times Exceptional attention to detail Diversity, inclusion and Well Being. Diversity, inclusion and well-being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, and culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in their next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. The successful candidate will have their own workload, be able to work with minimal supervision, manage their own time and work well under pressure. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role.
Job Title Construction Disputes Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Construction Disputes Job Location Bristol; London Role Lawyers Description "They have been pragmatic and proactive in proposing strategic advice....very friendly team effort." - Chambers & Partners Due to continued strategic growth and high client demand we are looking for two Associates to join our highly regarded Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic practice that has enjoyed significant growth over recent years. Based in either our London or Bristol office, you will have the chance to work with and learn from every member of the cross-office team, with exposure to the full spectrum of contentious construction and engineering matters handled by the service line. We encourage each member of the team to build client relationships from the outset with a structured career path, goals and objectives at every level. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice Our team is based across our offices in London and Bristol, working closely together on matters. The group has a first rate domestic client base and continues to develop an international reputation. We act for investors, developers and contractors with a keen focus and strategy based on our core industry sectors that link all of our service delivery together for our clients. In this team that is primarily through Energy & Utilities, The Built Environment and Mobility & Infrastructure. We have traditionally acted for blue chip companies, Government entities, utilities, rail operators, property developers, contractors, professionals and private individuals. For example, we are on the Engie and Siemens panels for construction work, with other key clients and relationships including WPD, M&G Real Estate, Balfour Beatty and Civitas Living, BDW, Octopus Renewables, Vistry, Innogy, UK Power Networks and Centrica. Other key areas of expertise include handling disputes arising out of major projects (including PFI) both in the UK and internationally and managing project risk through the construction and operation phases of a wide variety of assets types. Find more about our Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk practice using this link: The team Led by Rob Horne, Partner and also International Head of the Mobility and Infrastructure Sector, the team is made up of 22 fee earners. Rob is based in London and the team there is currently made up of 1 further Partner, 2 Associate Directors, 4 Senior Associates, 4 Associates, a Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal / Project Manager. In Bristol there are currently 3 Associate Directors, 3 Associates, and 2 Paralegals. The team is incredibly close knit and collegiate. Being truly integrated, the office any individual is associated with is never a bar to being involved in any of the work undertaken. There are no specific reporting lines, everyone is encouraged and has the opportunity to work with as many people as possible, on as many different matters as possible. What we are looking for Technical skills and experience - Delivering advice to our clients isn't just about explaining the law, it is about providing practical solutions focused advice that combines exceptional technical legal expertise with a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry, from pouring concrete and erecting steelwork to negotiating final accounts and understanding defects. We are looking for candidates with a good grounding in contentious construction matters, with excellent technical skills and a good understanding of construction issues. We expect everyone in the team to apply their technical skills to more than just billable work, some track record of involvement in BD activities is preferable as well as a keen interest in developing BD skills. We have a structured programme to develop these skills and your involvement in wider BD activities. Proactivity and enthusiasm - As important as technical skills, we are looking for individuals with the drive and enthusiasm to make the most of every opportunity they are presented with. Proactivity is an essential quality of all members of the team. There is always something new to learn and we expect the team to proactively keep abreast of legal issues, client news, our key sectors and relevant technical issues. This is not a role for anyone looking for the same sort of work day in day out and a successful candidate will find that challenge exciting. Willingness to learn - We do not expect Associates to know everything. We are an exceptionally supportive team that pushes and helps each other to learn as much as possible from our work. To succeed, you will need an open mind ready to take on guidance as well as a willingness to put your hand up to learn everything you can about an industry everyone in the team is passionate about and excited to be involved with. Due to the nature of the work and structure of the team, we are looking to appoint Associate-level candidates, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress both on a firm wide basis and specifically within the team; • high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; • thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; • robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and • reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
24/09/2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Disputes Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Construction Disputes Job Location Bristol; London Role Lawyers Description "They have been pragmatic and proactive in proposing strategic advice....very friendly team effort." - Chambers & Partners Due to continued strategic growth and high client demand we are looking for two Associates to join our highly regarded Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk team. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic practice that has enjoyed significant growth over recent years. Based in either our London or Bristol office, you will have the chance to work with and learn from every member of the cross-office team, with exposure to the full spectrum of contentious construction and engineering matters handled by the service line. We encourage each member of the team to build client relationships from the outset with a structured career path, goals and objectives at every level. You will be joining a successful firm with a collegiate and supportive culture, which makes it a rewarding place to work. The practice Our team is based across our offices in London and Bristol, working closely together on matters. The group has a first rate domestic client base and continues to develop an international reputation. We act for investors, developers and contractors with a keen focus and strategy based on our core industry sectors that link all of our service delivery together for our clients. In this team that is primarily through Energy & Utilities, The Built Environment and Mobility & Infrastructure. We have traditionally acted for blue chip companies, Government entities, utilities, rail operators, property developers, contractors, professionals and private individuals. For example, we are on the Engie and Siemens panels for construction work, with other key clients and relationships including WPD, M&G Real Estate, Balfour Beatty and Civitas Living, BDW, Octopus Renewables, Vistry, Innogy, UK Power Networks and Centrica. Other key areas of expertise include handling disputes arising out of major projects (including PFI) both in the UK and internationally and managing project risk through the construction and operation phases of a wide variety of assets types. Find more about our Construction & Engineering Disputes and Risk practice using this link: The team Led by Rob Horne, Partner and also International Head of the Mobility and Infrastructure Sector, the team is made up of 22 fee earners. Rob is based in London and the team there is currently made up of 1 further Partner, 2 Associate Directors, 4 Senior Associates, 4 Associates, a Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal / Project Manager. In Bristol there are currently 3 Associate Directors, 3 Associates, and 2 Paralegals. The team is incredibly close knit and collegiate. Being truly integrated, the office any individual is associated with is never a bar to being involved in any of the work undertaken. There are no specific reporting lines, everyone is encouraged and has the opportunity to work with as many people as possible, on as many different matters as possible. What we are looking for Technical skills and experience - Delivering advice to our clients isn't just about explaining the law, it is about providing practical solutions focused advice that combines exceptional technical legal expertise with a thorough understanding of the client's business and industry, from pouring concrete and erecting steelwork to negotiating final accounts and understanding defects. We are looking for candidates with a good grounding in contentious construction matters, with excellent technical skills and a good understanding of construction issues. We expect everyone in the team to apply their technical skills to more than just billable work, some track record of involvement in BD activities is preferable as well as a keen interest in developing BD skills. We have a structured programme to develop these skills and your involvement in wider BD activities. Proactivity and enthusiasm - As important as technical skills, we are looking for individuals with the drive and enthusiasm to make the most of every opportunity they are presented with. Proactivity is an essential quality of all members of the team. There is always something new to learn and we expect the team to proactively keep abreast of legal issues, client news, our key sectors and relevant technical issues. This is not a role for anyone looking for the same sort of work day in day out and a successful candidate will find that challenge exciting. Willingness to learn - We do not expect Associates to know everything. We are an exceptionally supportive team that pushes and helps each other to learn as much as possible from our work. To succeed, you will need an open mind ready to take on guidance as well as a willingness to put your hand up to learn everything you can about an industry everyone in the team is passionate about and excited to be involved with. Due to the nature of the work and structure of the team, we are looking to appoint Associate-level candidates, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress both on a firm wide basis and specifically within the team; • high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; • thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; • robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and • reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Projects Job Location Bristol Role Lawyers Description We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious solicitors at associate level to join our highly regarded national non-contentious construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected team with a wide variety of interesting work and clients and a real opportunity to grow and develop your own practice. The practice Our non-contentious construction practice is truly comprehensive in scope and features leading work on a national scale. We advise on nationally important infrastructure projects, such as energy generation (primarily through renewable sources), regeneration and iconic development projects, mixed use and residential development, commercial and logistics projects and major retail developments. Our work ranges from initial procurement advice, legal project management, through to negotiating complex construction procurement agreements, whether bespoke or based on the myriad of industry standard forms commonly used in the UK, and whether leading or working alongside other advisers. We also work closely with our contentious construction, major projects, renewables, commercial real estate and banking and project finance teams. Given Osborne Clarke's broader strategic focus on the impact of decarbonisation, urbanisation and digitalisation on our Firm-wide sector focus areas, we foresee significant growth of the non-contentious construction work stream. In particular we would love to hear from candidates with an interest in and experience of the following areas: Energy, Renewables and Power - we have one of the most renowned renewables teams in the UK. Our construction team is central to the sector and our work comprises solar, wind, EfW, Biomass, AD, CHP, MRF, inter-connector, battery storage projects. PFI/PPP projects - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including student accommodation, social infrastructure, defence and transport and infrastructure projects. General UK domestic development work - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including commercial offices, hotels, retail, residential and mixed use and industrial. We advise clients across a number of sectors who are leaders in their fields, including GLP, U+I plc, Foresight, Greystar, St Modwen Developments, Fiera Real Estate, Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Taylor Wimpey, InfraRed, Vistry Group, Octopus, Equitix, WPD, Downing, WPD. The team The team is led by partners Phil Davies, Carl Thompson and Alexandra Gower and is based across our Bristol & London offices. It is made up of a team of associate directors, senior associates, associates and paralegals. Technical skills and experience You will have gained experience of a wide range of non-contentious construction matters at a well-respected practice. You will be highly motivated and interested in getting involved in a broad range of work working on different project types and across different sectors. You will have recently worked advising on construction matters in relation to one or more of our key sectors and be committed in relation to the ongoing growth of our sector expertise. For our energy and utilities sector, a good working knowledge of the FIDIC, IChemE and MF/1 standard forms of contract along with the ability to work with, and negotiate, bespoke contract terms is necessary. Due to the structure of the team we are looking for an Associate level lawyer, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits . For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
24/09/2022
Full time
Job Title Construction Associate Closing Date 24-Sep-2022 Department Projects Job Location Bristol Role Lawyers Description We are looking for enthusiastic and ambitious solicitors at associate level to join our highly regarded national non-contentious construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected team with a wide variety of interesting work and clients and a real opportunity to grow and develop your own practice. The practice Our non-contentious construction practice is truly comprehensive in scope and features leading work on a national scale. We advise on nationally important infrastructure projects, such as energy generation (primarily through renewable sources), regeneration and iconic development projects, mixed use and residential development, commercial and logistics projects and major retail developments. Our work ranges from initial procurement advice, legal project management, through to negotiating complex construction procurement agreements, whether bespoke or based on the myriad of industry standard forms commonly used in the UK, and whether leading or working alongside other advisers. We also work closely with our contentious construction, major projects, renewables, commercial real estate and banking and project finance teams. Given Osborne Clarke's broader strategic focus on the impact of decarbonisation, urbanisation and digitalisation on our Firm-wide sector focus areas, we foresee significant growth of the non-contentious construction work stream. In particular we would love to hear from candidates with an interest in and experience of the following areas: Energy, Renewables and Power - we have one of the most renowned renewables teams in the UK. Our construction team is central to the sector and our work comprises solar, wind, EfW, Biomass, AD, CHP, MRF, inter-connector, battery storage projects. PFI/PPP projects - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including student accommodation, social infrastructure, defence and transport and infrastructure projects. General UK domestic development work - Our work encompasses a broad range of sectors including commercial offices, hotels, retail, residential and mixed use and industrial. We advise clients across a number of sectors who are leaders in their fields, including GLP, U+I plc, Foresight, Greystar, St Modwen Developments, Fiera Real Estate, Barratt and David Wilson Homes, Taylor Wimpey, InfraRed, Vistry Group, Octopus, Equitix, WPD, Downing, WPD. The team The team is led by partners Phil Davies, Carl Thompson and Alexandra Gower and is based across our Bristol & London offices. It is made up of a team of associate directors, senior associates, associates and paralegals. Technical skills and experience You will have gained experience of a wide range of non-contentious construction matters at a well-respected practice. You will be highly motivated and interested in getting involved in a broad range of work working on different project types and across different sectors. You will have recently worked advising on construction matters in relation to one or more of our key sectors and be committed in relation to the ongoing growth of our sector expertise. For our energy and utilities sector, a good working knowledge of the FIDIC, IChemE and MF/1 standard forms of contract along with the ability to work with, and negotiate, bespoke contract terms is necessary. Due to the structure of the team we are looking for an Associate level lawyer, however we will consider candidates with more or less experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress; high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure; thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues; robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you; and reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits . For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Angharad Jenkins in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke we value difference and encourage applicants from all social backgrounds, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, and sexual or romantic orientations. We want everyone to feel that OC is a place where you can be yourself and where you belong, and our range of interest groups and diversity networks - not to mention our great teams - are a part of making that a reality. We support working families via a range of family and caring friendly policies and will accommodate flexible working where we can. We value the health and wellbeing of our people: for example, we're signatories to the Mindful Business Charter, have an active network of mental health champions and offer free initiatives and flexible benefits to all our people. Being an inclusive employer is important to us. We have made a number of external commitments such as the Race Fairness Commitment and Women in Law Pledge, and are working with organisations like Stonewall to become a more inclusive employer. Osborne Clarke is a Living Wage Employer, so we're committed to paying everybody in our business enough to live on and to enable them to save for the future. We want you to be able to show us your best during the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments to be made during the application, interview process or when working with us, please let us know.
NQ Solicitor / Associate - Construction, Engineering & Projects Forming an integral part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team, you will support the team in providing excellent legal services, including both contentious and non-contentious construction law work. The team is a full-service providing transactional advice through to dispute avoidance/resolution advice relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally. The team mainly acts for commercial clients across a wide range of business sectors with a particular emphasis on real estate developers, property investment companies, contractors, sub-contractors and major engineering consultancies as well as port development and firms operating in the renewables sector. You will become a part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team advising on a wide range of legal services, from transactional advice, relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally through to dispute avoidance/resolution. Core dispute avoidance/resolution services include advising on all forms of dispute resolution (adjudication / arbitration / litigation / mediation / expert determination), giving strategic advice to clients to ensure that their dispute is resolvedas cost-effectively as possible, whilst maintaining the best possible outcome. Person specification • Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (NQ) or be due to qualify by September 2021. • Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team • Demonstrate excellent time management skills • Be organised and capable of running a significant number of files and work matters simultaneously • Have the ability to develop effective working relations at all levels • Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients • Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile Competencies required • Client Service • Technical Ability • Interpersonal skills • Delivery focus This is a full-time role, including agile working. Origin Legal is handling a number of Construction Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor looking to consider your options then please do get in touch for a confidential discussion. Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
06/09/2022
Full time
NQ Solicitor / Associate - Construction, Engineering & Projects Forming an integral part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team, you will support the team in providing excellent legal services, including both contentious and non-contentious construction law work. The team is a full-service providing transactional advice through to dispute avoidance/resolution advice relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally. The team mainly acts for commercial clients across a wide range of business sectors with a particular emphasis on real estate developers, property investment companies, contractors, sub-contractors and major engineering consultancies as well as port development and firms operating in the renewables sector. You will become a part of the Construction, Engineering & Projects team advising on a wide range of legal services, from transactional advice, relating to large-scale construction and engineering projects, in the UK and internationally through to dispute avoidance/resolution. Core dispute avoidance/resolution services include advising on all forms of dispute resolution (adjudication / arbitration / litigation / mediation / expert determination), giving strategic advice to clients to ensure that their dispute is resolvedas cost-effectively as possible, whilst maintaining the best possible outcome. Person specification • Be an England and Wales qualified solicitor (NQ) or be due to qualify by September 2021. • Be confident to work autonomously and as part of a team • Demonstrate excellent time management skills • Be organised and capable of running a significant number of files and work matters simultaneously • Have the ability to develop effective working relations at all levels • Be confident in both verbal and written communication with a diverse range of clients • Have a flexible approach and willing to go the extra mile Competencies required • Client Service • Technical Ability • Interpersonal skills • Delivery focus This is a full-time role, including agile working. Origin Legal is handling a number of Construction Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor looking to consider your options then please do get in touch for a confidential discussion. Origin Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
Health & Safety and Quality Officer
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £ Negotiable
Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Health & Safety and Quality Officer to work for our client at their site In Wolverhampton. The role of the Health, Safety and Quality Officer is to co-ordinate, support and advise the Business on all aspects about Health, Safety and Quality. To establish, manage and monitor standards, processes, communications, training and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Health and Safety.
Duties and responsibilities would include:
Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health.
Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
Ensure the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations.
Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented.
Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities.
Co-ordinate the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures.
Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained.
Establish a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks.
Establish a structured programme of health & safety training throughout the Company.
Liaise with external health & safety consultants in the provision of training programmes and health and safety services.
Manage and devise the agenda for, chair and formulate & distribute minutes for the Health & Safety Committee meetings.
Ensure that all agreed action points are completed within deadlines.
Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the business.
Provide regular reports to the Human Resources Manager, Board of Directors/Senior Management Team on relevant health and safety activities.
Participate in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health & safety matters.
Liaise with suppliers i.e. Insurers, solicitors etc.
Any other reasonable duties, which may be required by management from time to time. o Office Based with needs to visit sites accordingly
Supervises the Quality Control functions/activities of a project or its parts, including Quality Control inspection schedules and the collection of Quality Records.
Supports the Construction Manager in dealing with the Client for all the Quality matters.
Assesses the implementation of the Quality Plan and Quality Control Plans on the site.
Allocates Quality Control personnel to the various areas of site activity.
Supervises inspections, reports and the documentation issued by inspectors, collect, and file the required Quality Records.
Evaluates the qualifications of welders and Non Destructive Test-NDT technicians with regard to the activities assigned
Evaluates the qualifications of inspection personnel.
Supports the construction roles in the management and control of subcontractors.
Supports and participate to all the internal/external audits.
Coordinates the relevant Tracking Systems for correct identification of materials.
Supervises the correct equipment calibration management activities.
Supports the Welding & Non Destructive Test-NDT qualification activities.
Cooperates to issue the Welding Procedures (WP).
Cooperate with the Project Quality Engineer (PQE) to analyze non-conformities.
Supervises inspection of defect renewal and welding.
Office Based with need to visit site
Qualifications & Skills:
Qualified in leading UK Health & Safety schemes
A relevant professional qualification e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent degree.
A good working knowledge of the CDM2015 Regulations.
Experience of Construction or Energy or Waste environment sectors is desirable.
Experience of Environmental and Quality Management systems
Extensive knowledge of effective health and safety management strategies and best practice.
Excellent written and interpersonal skills and the ability to challenge constructively.
Good analytical and numerical skills.
Good Microsoft skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
Effective team working and networking skills and the ability to work independently using own initiative.
The ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload.
To be able to work hours that are needed in-order to complete the workload
To be flexible and work on different sites and different times – travelling to multiple sites regularly is part of the job
Holds appropriate professional qualification such as ISO lead auditor
If you are interested in applying for this role or would like more information please contact Lee Elwell on (phone number removed) (Direct Line) or your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency
26/04/2020
Permanent
Health & Safety and Quality Officer
Location: Wolverhampton
Salary: £ Negotiable
Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Health & Safety and Quality Officer to work for our client at their site In Wolverhampton. The role of the Health, Safety and Quality Officer is to co-ordinate, support and advise the Business on all aspects about Health, Safety and Quality. To establish, manage and monitor standards, processes, communications, training and systems to ensure all responsibilities associated with Health and Safety.
Duties and responsibilities would include:
Ensure a safe workplace environment without risk to health.
Ensure that all Health & Safety policies, procedures, rules and regulations are adhered to and are regularly reviewed, updated and communicated.
Ensure the Company meets its statutory obligations in all areas pertaining to health, safety and welfare at work, including statutory training and reporting.
Ensure the completion and regular review of risk assessments for all work equipment and operations.
Ensure that all accidents are documented, investigated and recommended improvements implemented.
Ensure that safety inspections are carried out, fire drills and fire alarms are correctly reported, safety inspections, risk assessments and lone working procedures are managed and employees are aware of their responsibilities.
Co-ordinate the development of health & safety policies, systems of work and procedures.
Ensure full and accurate health and safety and training records are maintained.
Establish a full programme of documented health & safety inspections, audits and checks.
Establish a structured programme of health & safety training throughout the Company.
Liaise with external health & safety consultants in the provision of training programmes and health and safety services.
Manage and devise the agenda for, chair and formulate & distribute minutes for the Health & Safety Committee meetings.
Ensure that all agreed action points are completed within deadlines.
Keep up to date with all aspects of relevant health, safety & welfare at work legislation and communicate relevant changes to the business.
Provide regular reports to the Human Resources Manager, Board of Directors/Senior Management Team on relevant health and safety activities.
Participate in monthly meetings when required to report on relevant health & safety matters.
Liaise with suppliers i.e. Insurers, solicitors etc.
Any other reasonable duties, which may be required by management from time to time. o Office Based with needs to visit sites accordingly
Supervises the Quality Control functions/activities of a project or its parts, including Quality Control inspection schedules and the collection of Quality Records.
Supports the Construction Manager in dealing with the Client for all the Quality matters.
Assesses the implementation of the Quality Plan and Quality Control Plans on the site.
Allocates Quality Control personnel to the various areas of site activity.
Supervises inspections, reports and the documentation issued by inspectors, collect, and file the required Quality Records.
Evaluates the qualifications of welders and Non Destructive Test-NDT technicians with regard to the activities assigned
Evaluates the qualifications of inspection personnel.
Supports the construction roles in the management and control of subcontractors.
Supports and participate to all the internal/external audits.
Coordinates the relevant Tracking Systems for correct identification of materials.
Supervises the correct equipment calibration management activities.
Supports the Welding & Non Destructive Test-NDT qualification activities.
Cooperates to issue the Welding Procedures (WP).
Cooperate with the Project Quality Engineer (PQE) to analyze non-conformities.
Supervises inspection of defect renewal and welding.
Office Based with need to visit site
Qualifications & Skills:
Qualified in leading UK Health & Safety schemes
A relevant professional qualification e.g. NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent degree.
A good working knowledge of the CDM2015 Regulations.
Experience of Construction or Energy or Waste environment sectors is desirable.
Experience of Environmental and Quality Management systems
Extensive knowledge of effective health and safety management strategies and best practice.
Excellent written and interpersonal skills and the ability to challenge constructively.
Good analytical and numerical skills.
Good Microsoft skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
Effective team working and networking skills and the ability to work independently using own initiative.
The ability to plan, prioritise and organise own workload.
To be able to work hours that are needed in-order to complete the workload
To be flexible and work on different sites and different times – travelling to multiple sites regularly is part of the job
Holds appropriate professional qualification such as ISO lead auditor
If you are interested in applying for this role or would like more information please contact Lee Elwell on (phone number removed) (Direct Line) or your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency
