Legal Counsel, Contentious Energy & Construction Solicitor - FTC

Legal Counsel – Contentious Energy & Construction Solicitor | Initial Three Month FTC | Remote or Hybrid Working Available

We are working on a new opening for a Contentious Construction Solicitor within the Energy sector on a 3 month FTC (which is likely to be extended), with the flexibility to work remotely or on a hybrid basis. The role is ideal for a solicitor with strong experience in energy related construction disputes.

The Role

You will provide legal support on a range of energy and construction projects, focusing on contentious matters. You will handle live disputes, provide risk based advice, and collaborate with internal teams and external advisers to protect and advance the business’s interests.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on energy sector construction and infrastructure disputes, including EPC, FIDIC, and project contracts
• Managing and coordinating external counsel, experts, and advisors
• Reviewing and advising on construction and energy contracts in dispute
• Supporting dispute avoidance strategies, early stage claims assessment, and settlement negotiations
• Advising project, commercial, and senior management teams on legal risk and strategy
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating ancillary agreements relevant to energy projects under dispute

About You

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent) with a minimum of 4 years PQE - both private practice and In-House experience will be considered

Strong experience in contentious construction and/or energy disputes

Comfortable managing disputes with minimal supervision

Pragmatic and commercially minded, able to communicate legal advice to non-legal stakeholders

What’s on Offer

Initial three month fixed term contract, which is likely to be extended

Competitive day rate or salary

Remote working or hybrid working

Opportunity to work on high profile energy projects and disputes within a collaborative legal team

If you are interested in being considered, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact the lead consultant Chris Ewles on 07902701818 or at chris.ewles@lhh.com

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.