LEGAL ADVISOR – COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS
- Recruiter
- Bygott Biggs
- Location
- Derby
- Salary
- £Competitive + benefits
- Posted
- 26 Jan 2015
- Closes
- 23 Feb 2015
- Vacancy Type
- Solicitors, In-House, Barristers, In-House, Legal Support
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
- Practice Areas
- Company/Commercial, Corporate
- Experience Level
- Junior Level, Mid Level
LEGAL ADVISOR – COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS
£COMPETITIVE + BENEFITS
2 – 4 YRS PQE
As one of the three major rolling stock leasing companies, Porterbrook specialises in the leasing of all types of railway rolling stock and associated equipment. Owning around 6,000 passenger rail vehicles which are leased to train operating companies and operated throughout the UK, Porterbrook's investment to date in the UK rail markets totals £2 billion in new trains and over £300 million on existing fleet refurbishment.
A Legal Advisor is now sought to assist the Senior Legal Advisor. The role will involve providing effective legal support to the business in all its activities in particular in respect of its leasing and supplier arrangements.
The ideal candidate will have trained with a national or large regional firm and may already have some experience of working in an in-house environment. Strong technical skills and the ability to draft sound commercial contracts are essential. Exposure to leasing arrangements, ideally gained within the rail, automotive, shipping or aviation sectors is desirable.
General commercial awareness and the ability to work independently are vital elements to the role and the candidate will also possess effective communication skills in order to negotiate directly with train operating companies, suppliers and their representatives.
Based at the company’s HQ in Derby located near to Derby train station, the role is within easy access of cities across both the East and West Midlands.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please call Jane Biggs at Bygott Biggs on 0115 9480084 or 07973 734215. Alternatively email your CV via the Apply now button. Please be aware that Bygott Biggs are handling this assignment exclusively for Porterbrook and any direct or third party applications will be forwarded to them.
Please note the above PQE is expressed as a guideline only. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil this role.