Legal Counsel

ReqID: NEW00021V

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is a multi–disciplinary firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants and technical specialists, working across every aspect of today’s‑built environment.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a 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.

Is the role right for you?

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.

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work – At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi‑annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future.

Flexible Working – We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available.

Hiring Range – The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $135,000 to $150,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross‑cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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