H&MV Engineering is a leading global Provider of Specialist Design, Engineering and Construction Services across a variety of key sectors including Data Centres, Renewables and Transmission and Distribution Utilities.
Our ingenuity is developed and strengthened by 3 decades of experience delivering EPC projects across the world. We have active sites and offices across the EMEA region, where our local expert staff provide engineering solutions to our clients.
H&MV Engineering is growing fast so this position presents a great opportunity for the right candidate, as we are looking for someone who will embrace the opportunity, and progress with the business as it grows. So, if you feel you are the right fit for H&MV, and the above Culture and Values resonate with you, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
The successful candidate will work as part of H&MV Engineering's growing in-house legal team on a range of legal and contractual matters to ensure that H&MV's in-house affairs are appropriately managed. This role would suit someone with at least 2+ years post-qualification experience (PQE) as a solicitor and will report to Senior Legal Counsel. The position will be based in H&MV's headquarters in Limerick, Ireland, with scope for hybrid working.
ABOUT THE JOB
* Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating various types of commercial agreements for use in respect of H&MV Engineering's business operations, including construction-related contracts with clients, partners, and suppliers.
* Provision of legal advice to H&MV personnel on applicable law, regulatory and legislative changes in Ireland and other jurisdictions where H&MV has operations.
* On-going advice to members of the commercial and operations teams when dealing with contract disputes and claims.
* Involvement in assessing potential mergers & acquisitions and related due diligence.
* Maintaining legal documents and contracts library.
* Drafting and contributing to H&MV policies and strategy.
* Keeping the H&MV suite of standard sub-contracts and other templates (including NDA's) up to date.
* Liaising with legal advisors across Ireland, UK and EEA.
* Any other ad hoc duties that may be assigned from time to time.
SKILLS/REQUIRMENTS
* Qualified Irish/UK solicitor 2+ years PQE, corporate, commercial or construction and/or litigation experience.
* Team player and an ability to manage relationships at all levels.
* Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, lead & manage projects and drive/achieve results, while working autonomously.
* Commercial acumen with the ability to identify potential legal issues while considering the commercial impact of various operations to deliver the best business outcome.
* Excellent communication skills with strong attention to detail.
* Experience drafting/negotiating construction contracts i.e., NEC, JCT, FIDIC forms of contract advantageous.
BENEFITS
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience and responsibility.
* Career progression within an established legal team, given the continued growth of the business within Ireland, Europe, UK and beyond.
**H&MV Engineering is an equal opportunity employer**