Manager - Legal

The candidate will provide operational and legal support to the UK legal division of a global engineering professional services company, assisting in the management of a team focused on reviewing and negotiating construction industry contracts. The candidate must be organised, display excellent English written/communication skills and have the ability to apply independent judgment. Must have a law degree with 7-10 years relevant experience in the engineering and construction industry, preferably working with multinational construction industry companies. Qualified lawyer with 7 to 10 years legal experience developed by working in a reputable law firm or in an in-house legal team specialising in engineering and construction law. Proficient in English (oral and written). Experience in people supervision is preferred with the ability to delegate and lead teams whilst driving performance. Experienced in negotiating complex commercial agreements. Highly developed verbal and non-verbal 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 and also deal with the day-to-day management of the team. Ability to work independently and report to manager as required. Exposure to UK clients and English law desirable. BGV: Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India. Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.