Contracting Solicitor

at  Grant Thornton UK LLP

R1033013
More than you expected
Grant Thornton UK LLP is part of a global network of independent audit, tax and advisory firms, made up of some 58,000 people in over 135 countries. We’re a team of independent thinkers who put quality, inclusion and integrity first. All around the world we bring a different experience to our clients. A better experience. One that delivers the expertise they need in a way that goes beyond. Personal, proactive, and agile. That’s Grant Thornton.
Job Description:
Contracting Solicitor
Flexible on any GTUK location, hybrid working

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Our legal department advise on a wide variety of contentious and non-contentious risk issues that arise in the delivery of professional services across the areas of assurance, tax and advisory in which the firm operates.
We’re happy to talk flexible working and consider reduced hours and job shares. We’ll support you to balance your work and life.
A look into the role

As an experienced non-contentious solicitor within our in-house legal team, you will:

• Be able to participate in complex legal contract negotiations
• Deal with a wide range of non-contentious and commercial contracting matters, including:
• Independently handling a varied caseload of legal contract reviews
• Advising on or managing various legal issues, including dealing with both client and supplier related enquiries
• Professional indemnity insurance, risk and compliance issues
• Other risk management issues arising from the diverse ways in which we contract and the range of services we provide
• Work closely with colleagues in our in-house legal team and risk management team to deliver advice to our people, including partners, directors and other stakeholders

Knowing you’re right for us

A minimum criterion is that you be a qualified solicitor. It would be great if you had some of the following skills, but don’t worry if you don’t tick every box, as we’ll help you develop along the way.

• good knowledge of professional liability law
• understanding of professional services contracting and risk-management issues
• a pragmatic and commercial, solution-based approach
• a self-starting attitude and the ability to manage conflicting demands
• excellent verbal and written communication skills

Knowing we’re right for you
Embracing uniqueness, the culture at Grant Thornton thrives on the contributions of all our people. We never settle for what is easy; we look beyond to deliver the right thing, for everyone. Building an inclusive culture, where we value difference and respect our colleagues helps our people to perform at the best of their ability and realise their potential.
Our open and accessible culture means you’ll interact with leaders who are interested in you and everything you bring to our firm. As for the things that set you apart, we value them. That’s why we give you the freedom to bring your whole self to work and pursue your passions inside and outside of work.
Beyond the job
Life is more than work. The things you do, and the people you’re with outside of work matter, and that’s why we’re happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles, and we’ll always do our best to keep your work and life in balance.
The impact you can make here will go far beyond your day job. From secondments, to fundraising for local charities, or investing in entrepreneurs in the developing world, you’ll be giving back to society. It’s that drive to do the right thing that runs through our every move, grounded in our firm’s values – purposefully driven, actively curious and candid but kind.
We’re looking for people who want to contribute, spark fresh ideas and go beyond expectations. People who want to be able to proudly do what’s right, for the firm, our clients, our people and themselves. It’s how it should be.

Please refer the Job description for details