Commercial Counsel

Commercial Counsel

Are you a commercial lawyer looking to make a real impact in a business that helps build the UK's infrastructure?

At Tarmac, who you are matters. We are currently looking for a Commercial Counsel to join our Legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of one of the UK's leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions businesses, partnering with senior leaders across the organisation to provide strategic legal advice and commercial support.

You'll play a key role in helping Tarmac successfully manage legal risk, support business growth and deliver major projects, all while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking legal team.

The Opportunity

As Commercial Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice across a broad range of commercial matters, supporting multiple business units and stakeholders throughout Tarmac.

You will be responsible for negotiating and advising on complex commercial contracts and projects, managing disputes, supporting various initiatives and helping shape the legal strategy behind key business decisions.

This is a highly visible role that offers exposure to senior leadership, strategic projects and a diverse range of legal challenges.

Main Responsibilities

In this role you will:

Provide commercial legal advice across Tarmac's operations and business functions
Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, and supply agreements
Management and resolution of contract-related disputes
Support the legal response to health and safety incidents and regulatory matters
Partner with operational and functional leaders to identify and manage legal risks
Support on regulatory and compliance issues as part of commercial matters
Support intellectual property protection and strategy across the business
Support on commercial elements of M&A
Work alongside external legal advisers
Support strategic projects, joint ventures, collaboration agreements and corporate initiatives
Deliver legal training and guidance to colleagues across the organisation
Develop and maintain legal templates, toolkits and best practice resourcesWhat We're Looking For

Essential

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive
Experience in commercial law gained in private practice, in-house or a combination of both
Solid experience drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial contracts
Experience managing commercial disputes and legal risk
Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic decision-making ability
Outstanding written and verbal communication skillsDesirable

In-house legal experience within a large corporate organisation
Experience supporting regulated industries, manufacturing, construction or infrastructure environments
Knowledge of health and safety regulatory matters
Familiarity with intellectual property issues
Familiarity with competition law and data protectionWhy Tarmac

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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