Job Description
Role Summary
The candidate will provide operational and legal support to the legal division of a global engineering professional services company, with a primary focus on reviewing and negotiating construction industry contracts.
The candidate must be organised, display excellent written/communication skills and have the ability to apply independent judgment.
Should have a law degree and 5+ years relevant experience in the construction industry, preferably working with multinational construction industry companies.
Responsibilities
• Responsible for reviewing a full range of contracts and associated documents.
• Providing clear and concise feedback on contract risks and conduct follow up calls with colleagues to discuss, where required in a timely manner.
• Proactively managing and leading negotiations.
• Establishing and maintaining good professional relationships with the business, as well as with external parties such as clients and their legal counsel.
• Maintain appropriate awareness of the legislative and regulatory environment relating to key aspects of WSP’s current operations.
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer with 3+ years legal experience developed by working in a reputable law firm or in an in-house legal team specialising in construction law.
• Proficient in English (oral and written).
• Experienced in negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Highly developed communication skills.
• Ability to act commercially and to appropriately balance commercial and operational imperatives with legal risk.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and bring to the team initiative, energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and report to manager as required.
• Exposure to Middle East clients desirable.
Mandatory Skills
Contract Review, Negotiation, Communication Skills, Contract Drafting
The candidate will provide operational and legal support to the legal division of a global engineering professional services company, with a primary focus on reviewing and negotiating construction industry contracts.
The candidate must be organised, display excellent written/communication skills and have the ability to apply independent judgment.
Should have a law degree and 5+ years relevant experience in the construction industry, preferably working with multinational construction industry companies.
Responsibilities
• Responsible for reviewing a full range of contracts and associated documents.
• Providing clear and concise feedback on contract risks and conduct follow up calls with colleagues to discuss, where required in a timely manner.
• Proactively managing and leading negotiations.
• Establishing and maintaining good professional relationships with the business, as well as with external parties such as clients and their legal counsel.
• Maintain appropriate awareness of the legislative and regulatory environment relating to key aspects of WSP’s current operations.
Qualifications
Qualified lawyer with 3+ years legal experience developed by working in a reputable law firm or in an in-house legal team specialising in construction law.
• Proficient in English (oral and written).
• Experienced in negotiating complex commercial agreements.
• Highly developed communication skills.
• Ability to act commercially and to appropriately balance commercial and operational imperatives with legal risk.
• Ability to work as a member of a team and bring to the team initiative, energy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to work independently and report to manager as required.
• Exposure to Middle East clients desirable.
Mandatory Skills
Contract Review, Negotiation, Communication Skills, Contract Drafting
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Legal Advisor position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Ahmedabad offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
