Legal Counsel

Description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented and dynamic lawyer to join Essar’s growing legal team as Legal Counsel - Commercial. Using your commercial contract law expertise, drafting and negotiating skills, you will advise the business on a wide variety of commercial contract matters ranging from the negotiation of contracts for the sale of refined petrochemical products by road, pipeline and vessel, to joint venture agreements. You will assist the business by providing sound and astute advice relating to contract interpretation and management issues. Our commercial lawyers also support the business in a range of other topics such as compliance, regulatory, employment and governance matters – with the assistance of the leading law firms where necessary.

There will be opportunities to get involved in a number of interesting projects as Stanlow Refinery transforms into a hub for low-carbon, sustainable fuels for the future. This is a unique and interesting opportunity that will provide the successful candidate with scope for personal development and growth in a complex and changing business.

Key Performance Indicators:

Exercising sound commercial judgement when required

Making and fostering connections with others in the business

Reliably delivering tasks on time to a good standard

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Qualifications

At least 3+ years post qualification experience as a qualified solicitor in England and Wales.

Experience working in-house or within a leading law firm

Degree level education 2:1 standard or equivalent

Strong academic record

Advanced knowledge of English contract law