Legal Counsel
Date: Jan 23, 2025
Location: Burton Upon Trent, GB
Company: MolsonCoors_UK
Requisition ID:
33650 Why You Should Join Us At Molson Coors, we've been bringing people together over a cold beer for more than 200 years. Our award-winning portfolio includes beloved brands such as Coors, Carling, Madri Excepcional, and Blue Moon. As a global leader in the beverage industry, we are deeply committed to promoting responsible drinking and driving sustainability. Joining us means becoming part of a company that values tradition while innovating to meet the evolving tastes of our consumers. We believe in celebrating all of life’s moments together and making a positive impact in the world. Your Purpose The role will primarily focus on CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) matters with responsibilities spanning all aspects of construction law (primarily non-contentious). The role holder will split their time between CAPEX work and providing support to the rest of the team on broader commercial matters including procurement categories across the direct and indirect category. Key Responsibilities Provide legal guidance and support for CAPEX projects, overseeing all aspects of construction law while ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies: Non-contentious: Draft and negotiate standard form contracts (such as MF1, NEC3) and bespoke construction agreements, including collateral warranties, bonds, and guarantees. Contentious: Advise on disputes and lead negotiations for settlements. Manage relationships with external counsel as required. Commercial Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply, service, and framework agreements. Support procurement teams on vendor contracts, tender processes, and supplier disputes. Address commercial issues related to intellectual property, data protection, and regional compliance, while identifying and managing legal risks with practical solutions. Training and support: Assist in delivering legal and compliance training to procurement teams. Contribute to the development and implementation of precedent agreements, templates, and guidelines, focusing on continuous improvement to maintain their relevance and effectiveness. About You Qualified Solicitor with 3-4 years PQE (alternatively significant time spent as a paralegal may be counted towards PQE or equivalent), holding a current UK practising certificate. Extensive experience in construction contracts (MF1, NEC3, JCT) and commercial contracts. Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication and advocacy skills. Demonstrated ability to manage demanding clients, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in fast-paced environments with creativity and effective problem-solving skills. The ability to operate and influence effectively across different stakeholder levels, demonstrating flexibility of style and communication skills. You may not meet all the criteria for the role, but don't let that stop you from applying. We all need to learn and develop and we can help you do this here at Molson Coors. About Us We’re one of the UK’s Most Attractive Employers winning the Top Employer award for the last 12 years. Equal Parent Leave - as much or as little as you wish of 52 weeks parent leave, with 26 weeks at full pay irrespective of gender or path to parenthood. Flexible work programmes to ensure a work-life balance is maintained. Commitment to the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people reflective of our People First value. We’re committed to raising industry standards and leaving a positive imprint on our employees, consumers, communities, and the environment. Molson Coors Beverage Company: Building Careers Molson Coors Beverage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We are Disability Confident Committed. If you require any additional assistance or adjustments in advance of, or during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at careers@molsoncoors.com.
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33650 Why You Should Join Us At Molson Coors, we've been bringing people together over a cold beer for more than 200 years. Our award-winning portfolio includes beloved brands such as Coors, Carling, Madri Excepcional, and Blue Moon. As a global leader in the beverage industry, we are deeply committed to promoting responsible drinking and driving sustainability. Joining us means becoming part of a company that values tradition while innovating to meet the evolving tastes of our consumers. We believe in celebrating all of life’s moments together and making a positive impact in the world. Your Purpose The role will primarily focus on CAPEX (Capital Expenditure) matters with responsibilities spanning all aspects of construction law (primarily non-contentious). The role holder will split their time between CAPEX work and providing support to the rest of the team on broader commercial matters including procurement categories across the direct and indirect category. Key Responsibilities Provide legal guidance and support for CAPEX projects, overseeing all aspects of construction law while ensuring adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies: Non-contentious: Draft and negotiate standard form contracts (such as MF1, NEC3) and bespoke construction agreements, including collateral warranties, bonds, and guarantees. Contentious: Advise on disputes and lead negotiations for settlements. Manage relationships with external counsel as required. Commercial Agreements: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply, service, and framework agreements. Support procurement teams on vendor contracts, tender processes, and supplier disputes. Address commercial issues related to intellectual property, data protection, and regional compliance, while identifying and managing legal risks with practical solutions. Training and support: Assist in delivering legal and compliance training to procurement teams. Contribute to the development and implementation of precedent agreements, templates, and guidelines, focusing on continuous improvement to maintain their relevance and effectiveness. About You Qualified Solicitor with 3-4 years PQE (alternatively significant time spent as a paralegal may be counted towards PQE or equivalent), holding a current UK practising certificate. Extensive experience in construction contracts (MF1, NEC3, JCT) and commercial contracts. Strong commercial acumen with excellent communication and advocacy skills. Demonstrated ability to manage demanding clients, meet tight deadlines, and thrive in fast-paced environments with creativity and effective problem-solving skills. The ability to operate and influence effectively across different stakeholder levels, demonstrating flexibility of style and communication skills. You may not meet all the criteria for the role, but don't let that stop you from applying. We all need to learn and develop and we can help you do this here at Molson Coors. About Us We’re one of the UK’s Most Attractive Employers winning the Top Employer award for the last 12 years. Equal Parent Leave - as much or as little as you wish of 52 weeks parent leave, with 26 weeks at full pay irrespective of gender or path to parenthood. Flexible work programmes to ensure a work-life balance is maintained. Commitment to the physical and mental wellbeing of all our people reflective of our People First value. We’re committed to raising industry standards and leaving a positive imprint on our employees, consumers, communities, and the environment. Molson Coors Beverage Company: Building Careers Molson Coors Beverage Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We are Disability Confident Committed. If you require any additional assistance or adjustments in advance of, or during the application and/or hiring process, please contact us at careers@molsoncoors.com.
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