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Are you looking to develop your legal career within a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact? At G4S we’re recruiting for a Legal Adviser to support our UK Facilities Management business. The role is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive legal team, working closely with operational and commercial colleagues to provide clear, practical legal advice and ensure that our business operates with confidence and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and proposals in line with G4S Standards Advising the business on commercial and legal risks and helping to manage and mitigate them Supporting the business in meeting its contractual obligations Preparing and reviewing contracts, summaries and documentation Collaborating with colleagues across the business to deliver effective solutions What We’re Looking For: Either strong paralegal experience or up to 2 years’ PQE as a solicitor (UK or Ireland) A solid understanding of contract and commercial law (in England or Scotland) Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team Some knowledge of construction law / or Private Finance Initiative (PFI) structures and contracts What We Offer Ongoing training and professional development The chance to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment with a global leader Regular team meetings at our London Victoria office, with flexibility in day to day working At G4S, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to balance priorities effectively. If you’re ready to take on a varied legal role where you can grow your skills and support a business that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Are you looking to develop your legal career within a role that offers variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to make a real impact? At G4S we’re recruiting for a Legal Adviser to support our UK Facilities Management business. The role is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive legal team, working closely with operational and commercial colleagues to provide clear, practical legal advice and ensure that our business operates with confidence and compliance. Key Responsibilities: Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts and proposals in line with G4S Standards Advising the business on commercial and legal risks and helping to manage and mitigate them Supporting the business in meeting its contractual obligations Preparing and reviewing contracts, summaries and documentation Collaborating with colleagues across the business to deliver effective solutions What We’re Looking For: Either strong paralegal experience or up to 2 years’ PQE as a solicitor (UK or Ireland) A solid understanding of contract and commercial law (in England or Scotland) Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team Some knowledge of construction law / or Private Finance Initiative (PFI) structures and contracts What We Offer Ongoing training and professional development The chance to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment with a global leader Regular team meetings at our London Victoria office, with flexibility in day to day working At G4S, we are looking for individuals who demonstrate commercial awareness, sound judgement and the ability to balance priorities effectively. If you’re ready to take on a varied legal role where you can grow your skills and support a business that makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Knowledge Management Consultant Role Legal Knowledge Management Consultant is being hired by a global $1bn, boutique legal services company. You will work remotely from the UK with travel expected for client workshops and occasional team meetings. You'll join a well regarded Knowledge Management firm which covers UK & North America at a time when they have secured investment for significant growth so there are lots of opportunities to fast track your Knowledge Management career . The firm specialises in helping law firms and in house legal teams with building out Knowledge Management strategies & are highly sought after within the industry so you'll be working with highly skilled professionals. Skills & experience required for the Knowledge Management Consultant Role Experience of working on Knowledge Management programmes in a legal setting (law firm or in house legal team) or Professional Services firm. You should know what it takes to develop a Knowledge Programme Good understanding of Legal Processes Ability to gather information through workshops, manage the information, synthesise it effectively and present it in an engaging way Inquisitive mindset to get under the bonnet of what the customer's processes are to help them come up with best in class Knowledge Management solutions Strong written & verbal communication skills including gathering business requirements & presenting content Exposure to Project Management skills like Asana to build project plans would be beneficial but not essential Knowledge of tools such as HighQ, iManage or NetDocuments would be helpful Why apply for the Knowledge Management Consultant role Develop deep expertise in Knowledge Management by learning from a team of industry leaders in legal Knowledge Management Get access to deeply complex customer work which will be varied across different clients Work with specialists in the Legal Knowledge Management, Data & AI space Work collaboratively with clients and build strong customer relationships Work with lots of autonomy to help customers come up with a Knowledge Management strategy 65-80% utilisation rates allowing for time for professional development Send your application today to discuss the Knowledge Management Consultant role

About the Knowledge Management Consultant Role

Legal Knowledge Management Consultant is being hired by a global $1bn, boutique legal services company. You will work remotely from the UK with travel expected for client workshops and occasional team meetings.

You'll join a well regarded Knowledge Management firm which covers UK & North America at a time when they have secured investment for significant growth so there are lots of opportunities to fast track your Knowledge Management career . The firm specialises in helping law firms and in house legal teams with building out Knowledge Management strategies & are highly sought after within the industry so you'll be working with highly skilled professionals.

Skills & experience required for the Knowledge Management Consultant Role

• Experience of working on Knowledge Management programmes in a legal setting (law firm or in house legal team) or Professional Services firm. You should know what it takes to develop a Knowledge Programme
• Good understanding of Legal Processes
• Ability to gather information through workshops, manage the information, synthesise it effectively and present it in an engaging way
• Inquisitive mindset to get under the bonnet of what the customer's processes are to help them come up with best in class Knowledge Management solutions
• Strong written & verbal communication skills including gathering business requirements & presenting content
• Exposure to Project Management skills like Asana to build project plans would be beneficial but not essential
• Knowledge of tools such as HighQ, iManage or NetDocuments would be helpful

Why apply for the Knowledge Management Consultant role

• Develop deep expertise in Knowledge Management by learning from a team of industry leaders in legal Knowledge Management
• Get access to deeply complex customer work which will be varied across different clients
• Work with specialists in the Legal Knowledge Management, Data & AI space
• Work collaboratively with clients and build strong customer relationships
• Work with lots of autonomy to help customers come up with a Knowledge Management strategy
• 65-80% utilisation rates allowing for time for professional development

Send your application today to discuss the Knowledge Management Consultant role

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms providing strategic advisory, engineering and design services to clients. WSP UK is currently recruiting an experienced solicitor to support several of its highest growth markets, environmental services including mining and other earth related services.
Within this role you will work closely with the Earth and Environment businesses to support the growth of these businesses, while managing the legal and commercial risks associated with working in these sectors. This will include supporting the management of contractual and commercial risk predominantly in relation to engineering consultancy contracts through the provision of commercially oriented and solution focussed legal advice. An ability to understand and be able to advise on a wide range of construction and engineering related matters, including major procurements and projects involving complex contracting arrangements and contractual issues, including joint ventures is key to this role. Experience of working in the environmental and/or earth services, including mining sectors would be advantageous.
The role requires a self-starter who is confident working with senior internal stakeholders as well as external parties including clients, sub-consultants and their representatives.
**A little more about your role.**
+ Working closely with the Earth and Environment business teams to support the growth of the business line while embedding a culture of contractual and commercial risk management, mitigation and regulatory compliance
+ Reviewing and negotiating contractual documentation relevant to the earth, mining and environment sectors, including consultancy agreements, project contracts, joint venture and teaming agreements, framework agreements, collateral warranties, deeds of novation, reliance letters, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, and sub-consultancy agreements
+ Carrying out legal reviews with the aim of minimising any impact on WSP's working capital and proactively seeking the timely conclusion of contract negotiations
+ Ensuring that corporate governance is maintained in relation to contract reviews and approvals given to bid for work or enter into contracts
+ Providing advice and guidance on the tender process and bid documentation to identify and address risk and promote competition
+ Supporting and advising the business in the contract delivery phase to maximise revenue and minimise risk and support effective contract management
+ Liaising with internal business disciplines, bid teams, commercial and operations directors and other support functions including the finance team
+ Updating the business on relevant legal developments within the environmental and earth related space including from time to time delivering legal training
+ Contributing to the organisation and dissemination of legal 'know-how' within the WSP UK Legal team and contributing to the provision of 'lessons learned' feed-back to the wider business.
+ A team player who works collaboratively with colleagues at all times.
There is an expectation that the successful candidate will familiarise themselves with WSP's health and safety arrangements and guidance relevant to themselves and their activities and shall meet any specific duties for their role as detailed within GNHS020 - Competencies, Roles and Responsibilities. This document is available to all employees through our company intranet and is accessible from your first day with the company.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
The successful candidate will be a solicitor qualified in England & Wales, with relevant post qualification experience of reviewing and advising on a wide range of contractual matters within the engineering and construction sector. Experience of being in-house at an engineering consultancy or a contractor is preferable. Experience of complex contracting arrangements including joint ventures is also desirable.
The successful candidate will have the experience and competence to work autonomously whilst feeding their knowledge and experience into the wider legal team.
In addition to the above, the successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate:
+ Educated to degree level or equivalent
+ Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
+ Excellent communication skills, written and oral
+ The ability to work without supervision under pressure and meet deadlines
+ A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise between competing business demands
+ Strong inter-personal and collaborative skills
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#LI-ES1**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms providing strategic advisory, engineering and design services to clients. WSP UK is currently recruiting an experienced solicitor to support several of its highest growth markets, environmental services including mining and other earth related services.
Within this role you will work closely with the Earth and Environment businesses to support the growth of these businesses, while managing the legal and commercial risks associated with working in these sectors. This will include supporting the management of contractual and commercial risk predominantly in relation to engineering consultancy contracts through the provision of commercially oriented and solution focussed legal advice. An ability to understand and be able to advise on a wide range of construction and engineering related matters, including major procurements and projects involving complex contracting arrangements and contractual issues, including joint ventures is key to this role. Experience of working in the environmental and/or earth services, including mining sectors would be advantageous.
The role requires a self-starter who is confident working with senior internal stakeholders as well as external parties including clients, sub-consultants and their representatives.
**A little more about your role.**
+ Working closely with the Earth and Environment business teams to support the growth of the business line while embedding a culture of contractual and commercial risk management, mitigation and regulatory compliance
+ Reviewing and negotiating contractual documentation relevant to the earth, mining and environment sectors, including consultancy agreements, project contracts, joint venture and teaming agreements, framework agreements, collateral warranties, deeds of novation, reliance letters, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, and sub-consultancy agreements
+ Carrying out legal reviews with the aim of minimising any impact on WSP's working capital and proactively seeking the timely conclusion of contract negotiations
+ Ensuring that corporate governance is maintained in relation to contract reviews and approvals given to bid for work or enter into contracts
+ Providing advice and guidance on the tender process and bid documentation to identify and address risk and promote competition
+ Supporting and advising the business in the contract delivery phase to maximise revenue and minimise risk and support effective contract management
+ Liaising with internal business disciplines, bid teams, commercial and operations directors and other support functions including the finance team
+ Updating the business on relevant legal developments within the environmental and earth related space including from time to time delivering legal training
+ Contributing to the organisation and dissemination of legal 'know-how' within the WSP UK Legal team and contributing to the provision of 'lessons learned' feed-back to the wider business.
+ A team player who works collaboratively with colleagues at all times.
There is an expectation that the successful candidate will familiarise themselves with WSP's health and safety arrangements and guidance relevant to themselves and their activities and shall meet any specific duties for their role as detailed within GNHS020 - Competencies, Roles and Responsibilities. This document is available to all employees through our company intranet and is accessible from your first day with the company.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
The successful candidate will be a solicitor qualified in England & Wales, with relevant post qualification experience of reviewing and advising on a wide range of contractual matters within the engineering and construction sector. Experience of being in-house at an engineering consultancy or a contractor is preferable. Experience of complex contracting arrangements including joint ventures is also desirable.
The successful candidate will have the experience and competence to work autonomously whilst feeding their knowledge and experience into the wider legal team.
In addition to the above, the successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate:
+ Educated to degree level or equivalent
+ Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
+ Excellent communication skills, written and oral
+ The ability to work without supervision under pressure and meet deadlines
+ A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise between competing business demands
+ Strong inter-personal and collaborative skills
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#LI-ES1**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._

**What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?**
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms providing strategic advisory, engineering and design services to clients. WSP UK is currently recruiting an experienced solicitor to support several of its highest growth markets, environmental services including mining and other earth related services.
Within this role you will work closely with the Earth and Environment businesses to support the growth of these businesses, while managing the legal and commercial risks associated with working in these sectors. This will include supporting the management of contractual and commercial risk predominantly in relation to engineering consultancy contracts through the provision of commercially oriented and solution focussed legal advice. An ability to understand and be able to advise on a wide range of construction and engineering related matters, including major procurements and projects involving complex contracting arrangements and contractual issues, including joint ventures is key to this role. Experience of working in the environmental and/or earth services, including mining sectors would be advantageous.
The role requires a self-starter who is confident working with senior internal stakeholders as well as external parties including clients, sub-consultants and their representatives.
**A little more about your role.**
+ Working closely with the Earth and Environment business teams to support the growth of the business line while embedding a culture of contractual and commercial risk management, mitigation and regulatory compliance
+ Reviewing and negotiating contractual documentation relevant to the earth, mining and environment sectors, including consultancy agreements, project contracts, joint venture and teaming agreements, framework agreements, collateral warranties, deeds of novation, reliance letters, non-disclosure agreements, letters of intent, and sub-consultancy agreements
+ Carrying out legal reviews with the aim of minimising any impact on WSP's working capital and proactively seeking the timely conclusion of contract negotiations
+ Ensuring that corporate governance is maintained in relation to contract reviews and approvals given to bid for work or enter into contracts
+ Providing advice and guidance on the tender process and bid documentation to identify and address risk and promote competition
+ Supporting and advising the business in the contract delivery phase to maximise revenue and minimise risk and support effective contract management
+ Liaising with internal business disciplines, bid teams, commercial and operations directors and other support functions including the finance team
+ Updating the business on relevant legal developments within the environmental and earth related space including from time to time delivering legal training
+ Contributing to the organisation and dissemination of legal 'know-how' within the WSP UK Legal team and contributing to the provision of 'lessons learned' feed-back to the wider business.
+ A team player who works collaboratively with colleagues at all times.
There is an expectation that the successful candidate will familiarise themselves with WSP's health and safety arrangements and guidance relevant to themselves and their activities and shall meet any specific duties for their role as detailed within GNHS020 - Competencies, Roles and Responsibilities. This document is available to all employees through our company intranet and is accessible from your first day with the company.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
The successful candidate will be a solicitor qualified in England & Wales, with relevant post qualification experience of reviewing and advising on a wide range of contractual matters within the engineering and construction sector. Experience of being in-house at an engineering consultancy or a contractor is preferable. Experience of complex contracting arrangements including joint ventures is also desirable.
The successful candidate will have the experience and competence to work autonomously whilst feeding their knowledge and experience into the wider legal team.
In addition to the above, the successful candidate must also be able to demonstrate:
+ Educated to degree level or equivalent
+ Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
+ Excellent communication skills, written and oral
+ The ability to work without supervision under pressure and meet deadlines
+ A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise between competing business demands
+ Strong inter-personal and collaborative skills
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
**#LI-ES1**
We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._