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Wessex Water

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Bath

AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years as a qualified solicitor in commercial law, with IP, IT, Data Protection, construction, and procurement experience. In-house experience preferred; strong communication and initiative are essential.
  • You will provide legal advice, handle commercial and regulatory matters, and draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts within the organization.

Requirements

  • a qualified solicitor with at least three years' post qualification experience in commercial law
  • previous experience of Intellectual Property, IT (including SaaS - software as a service), and /or Data Protection agreements, as well as construction and procurement work, would be highly desirable, as would experience in the water industry or other regulated sectors
  • Ideally, you will also have some in-house experience.
  • You will be able to work with minimum supervision and your methodical and organised approach will enable you to be flexible when needed and respond positively to the inevitable changes that arise.
  • You will be expected to demonstrate initiative and the ability to work independently but recognise when to escalate matters.
  • confident, effective communication and influencing skills and be able to quickly develop positive working relationships within the business

Responsibilities

  • responsible for providing legal advice and support across the YTL
  • advising on a variety of issues and will possess the ability to handle a range of commercial and regulatory (Water Industry Act) matters, though your primary focus will be on commercial law, including providing advice to the business and drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for this role?

You need to be a qualified solicitor with at least three years' post qualification experience in commercial law.

Is experience in the water industry required?

While experience in the water industry is not strictly required, it would be highly desirable along with other regulated sectors.

What type of legal matters will I work on in this role?

You will work on a variety of legal matters including commercial arrangements, regulatory issues under the Water Industry Act, data protection issues, property-related matters, and drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.

Is prior in-house experience important for this position?

Ideally, you should have some in-house experience, but it's not a strict requirement.

What kind of support will I receive in this job?

You will receive total pension contributions up to 20%, career progression opportunities, a healthcare package, a life assurance plan, and support for health and wellbeing among other benefits.

How many days of holiday do employees get?

Employees are entitled to 25 days' holiday, rising to 28 with length of service, along with the opportunity to buy and sell additional holiday days.

Will I have opportunities for professional development?

Yes, there are career progression and professional development opportunities available within the company.

What is the company’s stance on diversity and inclusion?

The company promotes diversity and inclusion and welcomes all applicants, having signed the Armed Forces Covenant and being a Disability Confident Employer.

How does the organization support employee wellbeing?

The organization offers support from mental health first aiders, an interactive health and wellbeing platform, and enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.

Can I recommend someone for a position and receive a reward?

Yes, employees can receive a £1,000 referral fee if they recommend someone to work for the company.

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Wessex Water

For You. For Life

Energy
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Wessex Water is the regional water and sewage treatment business serving an area of the south west of England, including Dorset, Somerset, Bristol, most of Wiltshire and parts of Gloucestershire and Hampshire. It is part of the Wessex Water Group, which comprises a number of other companies, alongside our regulated business, including engineering and construction, property development and waste management and renewable energy services. We are committed to giving all our customers excellent standards of service by providing high quality water and environmental services that protect health, improve the environment and give customers good value for money.