At The Kelly Group, we have over 35 years’ experience in delivering a diverse range of services, from telecommunications to construction. With a focus on innovation, integrity, and excellence, we are looking for a Qualified Solicitor to join our expanding team.
As part of our dedicated team, you’ll tackle a broad range of responsibilities, including:
Advising on Employment Law:
Partner with Group HR to provide practical, solution-focused guidance on disciplinary matters, grievances, flexible working requests, and capability issues. Commercial Contracts:
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, particularly in the construction sector, with a focus on the NEC suite of contracts. Ensuring Compliance:
Take charge of vetting subcontractors and suppliers to ensure they meet stringent criteria (e.g., insurances, references, and adherence to our protocols). Engaging with External Counsel:
Instruct and collaborate with external lawyers on complex property transactions and large-scale litigation cases. We need someone with the expertise and drive to hit the ground running: Essential Skills: Strong drafting skills with a sharp eye for commercial priorities. A confident, assertive personality to: Drive operational managers to review key contract elements. Refuse subcontractor approval when criteria aren’t met. Handle sensitive disciplinary actions with professionalism. Desirable Experience: Knowledge of NEC contracts and employment law is a plus, but it’s not a deal-breaker. What matters most is your eagerness to learn and deliver pragmatic advice. What’s on offer for successful candidates? Competitive PAYE Salary 28 days paid annual holiday Company Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Excellent career progression opportunities About Kelly Group: Established in 1985 to support the emerging UK cable television market, Kelly Group has diversified to meet the needs of our clients. With over 40 years’ experience and customer service at the heart of our business, Kelly Group is renowned for building networks in collaboration with several major leading telecommunication service providers, delivering innovative multi-functional solutions - connecting people globally. Working across several industries including telecommunications, rail, metro, highways and fleet, Kelly Group operate nationally with 40+ operational centres and deliver a full suite of services. From the initial planning, design, notification through to installation, final commissioning and maintenance of networks, Kelly Group deliver a ‘one-stop solution’ to meet the needs of our clients and delight their customers. As a service provider, our workforce is our extended family, which is why we invest in their safety, training, careers, welfare, vehicles and tools they need to deliver excellence. With a workforce of circa 3500, 40+ national operational centres, 4 training hubs and a fleet of over 2500 vehicles, Kelly Group are committed to developing an excellent team, a fair culture and a safe working environment. The Kelly Group is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships. If you feel you have the required experience and want to further your career with a long standing communications contractor, please apply.
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Partner with Group HR to provide practical, solution-focused guidance on disciplinary matters, grievances, flexible working requests, and capability issues. Commercial Contracts:
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, particularly in the construction sector, with a focus on the NEC suite of contracts. Ensuring Compliance:
Take charge of vetting subcontractors and suppliers to ensure they meet stringent criteria (e.g., insurances, references, and adherence to our protocols). Engaging with External Counsel:
Instruct and collaborate with external lawyers on complex property transactions and large-scale litigation cases. We need someone with the expertise and drive to hit the ground running: Essential Skills: Strong drafting skills with a sharp eye for commercial priorities. A confident, assertive personality to: Drive operational managers to review key contract elements. Refuse subcontractor approval when criteria aren’t met. Handle sensitive disciplinary actions with professionalism. Desirable Experience: Knowledge of NEC contracts and employment law is a plus, but it’s not a deal-breaker. What matters most is your eagerness to learn and deliver pragmatic advice. What’s on offer for successful candidates? Competitive PAYE Salary 28 days paid annual holiday Company Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Excellent career progression opportunities About Kelly Group: Established in 1985 to support the emerging UK cable television market, Kelly Group has diversified to meet the needs of our clients. With over 40 years’ experience and customer service at the heart of our business, Kelly Group is renowned for building networks in collaboration with several major leading telecommunication service providers, delivering innovative multi-functional solutions - connecting people globally. Working across several industries including telecommunications, rail, metro, highways and fleet, Kelly Group operate nationally with 40+ operational centres and deliver a full suite of services. From the initial planning, design, notification through to installation, final commissioning and maintenance of networks, Kelly Group deliver a ‘one-stop solution’ to meet the needs of our clients and delight their customers. As a service provider, our workforce is our extended family, which is why we invest in their safety, training, careers, welfare, vehicles and tools they need to deliver excellence. With a workforce of circa 3500, 40+ national operational centres, 4 training hubs and a fleet of over 2500 vehicles, Kelly Group are committed to developing an excellent team, a fair culture and a safe working environment. The Kelly Group is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnerships. If you feel you have the required experience and want to further your career with a long standing communications contractor, please apply.
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