[Remote] Legal Counsel HVDC & GPQS UK&IE

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Hitachi Energy UK Limited is recruiting for a qualified legal counsel to provide legal advice to their HVDC and Grid Power Quality Solutions & Services business in the UK and Ireland. The role involves managing complex power infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, and providing expert legal guidance throughout the tendering and execution phases.ResponsibilitiesProvides expert legal advice over a broad range of issues affecting the HVDC & GPQSS business, especially for tenders and projects under execution within the portfolio of extremely complex power infrastructure projectsIdentifies issues of concern and adverse contractual risks to the HVDC & GPQSS business at the tendering stage and proactively develops effective legal strategies, mitigation actions and practical solutions in support of business activities, whilst ensuring consistent implementation of contract strategy based on Hitachi Energy’s policies and customer requirementsContributes to the review of RFQs and input to PQQs, tender preparation, risks identification, negotiations of contracts, framework agreements, partnerships, settlements, etc. all in coordination with key internal stakeholdersLeads and presents the legal review for risk reviews, engaging with all internal stakeholdersSupports contract managers and project teams during project execution in relation to claims to and from customers and subcontractorsPromotes dispute avoidance and manages disputes and litigations liaising, where necessary, with external law firmsEnsures excellent corporate governance, supports the implementation of the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and assists with investigation and resolution of integrity-related issuesManage and liaise with, external service providers, including external legal counselSupport with ad hoc requests from the business for legal adviceSkillsLaw degree and proven track record as a fully qualified lawyer in England & Wales with a strong legal background and knowledgeA minimum of 5+ years of PQE experience relating to grid system or major utilities construction/ engineering projects in the U.K. and Europe with a successful track record of handling complex international corporate and commercial transactionsExperienced in contract law, contract drafting, administration, and negotiation of agreementsProven experience working within the engineering/construction industryStrong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC3, NEC4, and MF/1, engineering/construction industry contracting practices, applicable Government and commercial regulations and practicesDemonstrable negotiating skills and expertise in drafting a wide range of contractual and settlement agreementsAbility to work independentlyBusiness-minded and solution orientedWell-developed communication and interpersonal skills including team spirit as well as the ability to influence at all levelsAbility to successfully interface with the Customer when representing Hitachi Energy at significant negotiations, both pre and post contract awardBenefitsCompetitive salariesFlexible working hoursProfessional development opportunitiesA supportive work environment that encourages growth and innovation through career development programs and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disabilityCompany OverviewHitachi Energy is a renewable energy company that provides energy consulting services. It was founded in 1950, and is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, IND, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.hitachienergy.com/in/en.