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Joining Arup
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The Opportunity:
We are currently seeking an Legal Counsel to join Arup's in-house legal team. This position will provide legal counsel and general corporate support to the east geography in the Americas Region.

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Key deliverables in this role:

Negotiating contracts relating to regional Arup business including professional service agreements, teaming agreements, joint venture agreements, subconsultant agreements, vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, and licensing agreements
Advising on bid documentation and contributing to executive committee to assist go/no go decision
Assist with insurance related issues including annual renewals, quarterly claim updates, and project policies
Assist with corporate matters, including leases, powers of attorney, registration and licensing issues
Advise on new legislative and regulatory requirements and recommend changes to Arup global policies and administration as appropriate
Identifying and managing potential legal risks
Assistance with dispute resolution
Supporting senior management in business and legal development
Developing and delivering legal training to all-level engineers in various groups and offices
Work collaboratively within a mutually supportive team environment with a focus on team success
Liaising with and management of outside counsel
Representing Arup externally while promoting the philosophy of the firm

Requirements – Key qualities we are looking for in candidates include:

JD and admission to New York Bar or equivalent from other jurisdictions including UK that can waive into NY State Bar with the ability to get to NY
5+ years' experience in the field of contract law ideally gained within an in-house team
Experience in construction / engineering industry preferred
Strong analytic, communication and presentation skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines is essential
Excellent communications skills (both written and verbal)
Able to demonstrate strong commercial awareness
Highly motivated, proactive and willing to take on new challenges
Ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment