Michael Page Legal
Crowthorne, Berkshire
To take a leading role in identifying, analysing and managing business and compliance risk and to draft, critically evaluate and agree robust terms and conditions for commercial contracts covering products and services supplied by, and to, the Group of Companies. Client Details A UK-based technology group that designs, manufactures, and supports advanced underwater and subsea technologies for global defence and commercial maritime customers Description Provide specialist legal advice and support on commercial contracts within the defence sector, including sales, IP licensing, procurement, collaboration, consulting, master services, indemnity, and non-disclosure agreements. Review and assess customer contractual terms and conditions, identifying deviations from Company standards and policies, and highlighting actual and potential risks relating to liability, intellectual property, warranties, and security. Advise on non-contractual legal matters where required and manage interactions with external legal advisers and specialists. Support commercial teams and senior management during contract negotiations by providing clear recommendations, options, and proposed amendments; liaising directly with customers where appropriate to achieve acceptable agreements. Contribute to the development of commercial and contractual awareness across the Group through guidance, updates, and structured training initiatives. Research and advise on country-specific legal and regulatory requirements impacting contractual obligations and Company compliance. Liaise with insurers, lawyers, and other external advisers to clarify contractual issues and obtain specialist input to support negotiations. Maintain accurate and auditable records for all non-standard contracts, including correspondence, policy deviations, amendments, and executed agreements. Ensure contract management activities align with Company policies, procedures, and best practice across the Group. Work closely with internal functions including Governance & Risk, Finance, Sales, HSE, and HR to ensure contractual compliance relating to insurance, export controls, health and safety, tax, and employment matters. Maintain strong working knowledge of FARs, DFARS, DPAS, DEFCONs, DEFFORMS, and other procurement regulations across multiple jurisdictions, and advise accordingly. Profile Law degree with strong commercial legal foundations. Proven experience in a Commercial / Contracts Manager or similar role, with hands-on expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial contracts in-house or private practice. Background in defence and related sectors (oil & gas, offshore renewables, engineering, oceanographic), with experience of complex, high-risk commercial agreements. Demonstrable experience in international and cross-border contracting, including ownership of bespoke drafting across multiple OpCos and jurisdictions. Advanced contract drafting capability, including collaboration, R&D, reseller, and agency agreements, with strong commercial risk analysis. Solid understanding of intellectual property, third-party software risks, and IP protection strategies. Strong commercial judgement, able to develop pragmatic risk-mitigation solutions within legal and regulatory frameworks. Comfortable working independently under pressure, managing volume, detail, and tight deadlines. Experience advising and influencing commercial teams and senior stakeholders in contract negotiations. Ability to lead reseller/agent frameworks, due diligence, and competition law advice across a group environment. Job Offer Discretionary performance-related bonus (PRP) based on company and individual performance 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days Flexible working arrangements scheme to support work-life balance Christmas shutdown, with additional paid time off over the festive period Generous pension scheme (Aviva), with company contributions increasing with age Group life assurance (6x basic salary death-in-service benefit) Group income protection scheme following company sick pay period Westfield Health Cash Plan providing cashback on healthcare and wellbeing services Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for personal, legal, financial, and wellbeing matters) Cycle to Work scheme Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme and EV charging points at HQ (eligibility criteria apply) Training and development opportunities across the business Active wellbeing initiatives and programmes Costco membership available to employees Payroll giving scheme for charitable donations Regular social activities organised by a social committee Sonardyne Champions recognition scheme (£250 award) Long service awards recognising , and 40 years' service
To take a leading role in identifying, analysing and managing business and compliance risk and to draft, critically evaluate and agree robust terms and conditions for commercial contracts covering products and services supplied by, and to, the Group of Companies. Client Details A UK-based technology group that designs, manufactures, and supports advanced underwater and subsea technologies for global defence and commercial maritime customers Description Provide specialist legal advice and support on commercial contracts within the defence sector, including sales, IP licensing, procurement, collaboration, consulting, master services, indemnity, and non-disclosure agreements. Review and assess customer contractual terms and conditions, identifying deviations from Company standards and policies, and highlighting actual and potential risks relating to liability, intellectual property, warranties, and security. Advise on non-contractual legal matters where required and manage interactions with external legal advisers and specialists. Support commercial teams and senior management during contract negotiations by providing clear recommendations, options, and proposed amendments; liaising directly with customers where appropriate to achieve acceptable agreements. Contribute to the development of commercial and contractual awareness across the Group through guidance, updates, and structured training initiatives. Research and advise on country-specific legal and regulatory requirements impacting contractual obligations and Company compliance. Liaise with insurers, lawyers, and other external advisers to clarify contractual issues and obtain specialist input to support negotiations. Maintain accurate and auditable records for all non-standard contracts, including correspondence, policy deviations, amendments, and executed agreements. Ensure contract management activities align with Company policies, procedures, and best practice across the Group. Work closely with internal functions including Governance & Risk, Finance, Sales, HSE, and HR to ensure contractual compliance relating to insurance, export controls, health and safety, tax, and employment matters. Maintain strong working knowledge of FARs, DFARS, DPAS, DEFCONs, DEFFORMS, and other procurement regulations across multiple jurisdictions, and advise accordingly. Profile Law degree with strong commercial legal foundations. Proven experience in a Commercial / Contracts Manager or similar role, with hands-on expertise in drafting, negotiating, and managing a wide range of commercial contracts in-house or private practice. Background in defence and related sectors (oil & gas, offshore renewables, engineering, oceanographic), with experience of complex, high-risk commercial agreements. Demonstrable experience in international and cross-border contracting, including ownership of bespoke drafting across multiple OpCos and jurisdictions. Advanced contract drafting capability, including collaboration, R&D, reseller, and agency agreements, with strong commercial risk analysis. Solid understanding of intellectual property, third-party software risks, and IP protection strategies. Strong commercial judgement, able to develop pragmatic risk-mitigation solutions within legal and regulatory frameworks. Comfortable working independently under pressure, managing volume, detail, and tight deadlines. Experience advising and influencing commercial teams and senior stakeholders in contract negotiations. Ability to lead reseller/agent frameworks, due diligence, and competition law advice across a group environment. Job Offer Discretionary performance-related bonus (PRP) based on company and individual performance 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days Flexible working arrangements scheme to support work-life balance Christmas shutdown, with additional paid time off over the festive period Generous pension scheme (Aviva), with company contributions increasing with age Group life assurance (6x basic salary death-in-service benefit) Group income protection scheme following company sick pay period Westfield Health Cash Plan providing cashback on healthcare and wellbeing services Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support for personal, legal, financial, and wellbeing matters) Cycle to Work scheme Electric Vehicle (EV) scheme and EV charging points at HQ (eligibility criteria apply) Training and development opportunities across the business Active wellbeing initiatives and programmes Costco membership available to employees Payroll giving scheme for charitable donations Regular social activities organised by a social committee Sonardyne Champions recognition scheme (£250 award) Long service awards recognising , and 40 years' service
rise technical recruitment
Colchester, Essex
Quantity Surveyor Colchester, Essex 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Progression to Senior QS / Commercial Manager + Pension + Benefits An excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing utilities and infrastructure contractor in a key in-house role, offering strong progression prospects and the chance to play a major part in strengthening the commercial function of an expanding business. Are you a Quantity Surveyor with experience in utilities such as gas, water, electricity, or telecoms? Do you want to join a fast-moving contractor where you can directly influence commercial performance and progress into senior leadership? This specialist utilities and infrastructure contractor delivers gas and associated civil engineering works, with a strong reputation for safety, productivity and client service. Operating within a fast-paced delivery environment, the company works across live gas operations, reinstatement, subcontract management and support functions. As the business continues to grow, they are now investing further into their internal commercial structure. They are looking to appoint a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor to help drive the next stage of development. In this role, you will take ownership of the day-to-day commercial management of live gas and civils operations. You will be responsible for cost control, margin protection, subcontractor management, valuations, compensation events, final accounts and commercial reporting. Working closely with both commercial and operational teams, you will improve cost visibility, strengthen reporting processes and support profitable delivery across live workstreams. The ideal candidate will have Quantity Surveying experience within utilities, gas, civils, infrastructure or a comparable contracting environment. You will have strong commercial awareness, excellent reporting skills and the ability to work closely with operational teams while maintaining commercial discipline. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join an ambitious and growing company where you can make a visible impact, develop your career and progress into senior commercial leadership. The Role: Manage the commercial performance of live gas and civils projects, including CVRs and forecasting Control costs across labour, subcontractors, plant, hire and reinstatement activities Manage valuations, final accounts, compensation events and variations Primarily based in Colchester with 1 day per week in Hemel Hempstead The Person: Quantity Surveyor with experience in utilities, gas, civils or infrastructure sectors Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and live project commercial management Experience with valuations, final accounts and change management Full UK Driving Licence Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is advertising this vacancy. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
Quantity Surveyor Colchester, Essex 60,000 - 70,000 + Bonus + Progression to Senior QS / Commercial Manager + Pension + Benefits An excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join a growing utilities and infrastructure contractor in a key in-house role, offering strong progression prospects and the chance to play a major part in strengthening the commercial function of an expanding business. Are you a Quantity Surveyor with experience in utilities such as gas, water, electricity, or telecoms? Do you want to join a fast-moving contractor where you can directly influence commercial performance and progress into senior leadership? This specialist utilities and infrastructure contractor delivers gas and associated civil engineering works, with a strong reputation for safety, productivity and client service. Operating within a fast-paced delivery environment, the company works across live gas operations, reinstatement, subcontract management and support functions. As the business continues to grow, they are now investing further into their internal commercial structure. They are looking to appoint a highly motivated Quantity Surveyor to help drive the next stage of development. In this role, you will take ownership of the day-to-day commercial management of live gas and civils operations. You will be responsible for cost control, margin protection, subcontractor management, valuations, compensation events, final accounts and commercial reporting. Working closely with both commercial and operational teams, you will improve cost visibility, strengthen reporting processes and support profitable delivery across live workstreams. The ideal candidate will have Quantity Surveying experience within utilities, gas, civils, infrastructure or a comparable contracting environment. You will have strong commercial awareness, excellent reporting skills and the ability to work closely with operational teams while maintaining commercial discipline. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to join an ambitious and growing company where you can make a visible impact, develop your career and progress into senior commercial leadership. The Role: Manage the commercial performance of live gas and civils projects, including CVRs and forecasting Control costs across labour, subcontractors, plant, hire and reinstatement activities Manage valuations, final accounts, compensation events and variations Primarily based in Colchester with 1 day per week in Hemel Hempstead The Person: Quantity Surveyor with experience in utilities, gas, civils or infrastructure sectors Strong understanding of cost control, forecasting and live project commercial management Experience with valuations, final accounts and change management Full UK Driving Licence Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Cameron Day at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd is advertising this vacancy. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
