Business Development Consultant

Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and commercially minded legal professional to join our Legal & Compliance team. This role is pivotal in supporting our global operations, managing legal risk, and ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Leadership & Team ManagementLead, mentor, and develop junior legal advisors, providing training, guidance, and performance oversight.Act as a senior escalation point for legal and contractual queries raised by junior team members and the Contracts & Compliance team. Contractual & Commercial Legal SupportDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and legal documents across global ERSG entities.Advise on contractual risk and provide pragmatic, business-focused legal solutions. Dispute Resolution & Legal Risk ManagementManage and resolve national and international legal disputes, including:- Contractual disagreements- Employment law matters- Debt recovery procedures- Preparation of court documentation Compliance & Regulatory AdvisoryProvide legal advice on compliance matters, including immigration, employment law, and international regulatory requirements.Monitor legislative changes in global employment and contract law, advising the business on necessary adaptations to remain compliant.Offer guidance on UK-specific regulations such as IR35, AWR, and Conduct Regulations. Entity Set-Up & International ExpansionSupport or lead the legal aspects of new ERSG entity set-ups globally, including:- Engaging external legal counsel- Advising on legal risks and costs- Coordinating with payroll, insurance, and immigration providers- Ensuring full compliance with local laws Employment Law & HR SupportAdvise HR on employment law issues including parental leave, immigration status, and health-related regulations (e.g., COVID-19). Immigration & Work PermitsOversee the work permit application process, supporting junior team members and liaising with local immigration partners as needed. Insurance & Claims ManagementManage global insurance arrangements including budgeting, tracking, and claims (e.g., US auto, travel, medical, and client claims).Support contractor insurance matters, including seafarer-related coverage. Data Protection & GDPRManage the Privacy inbox and respond to GDPR-related queries.Coordinate internal responses to data subject requests within ICO timelines.Deliver GDPR training and promote internal awareness of data protection policies. Core CompetenciesCommercial Awareness & ResponsivenessProactively respond to business needs, balancing legal risk with commercial objectives.Prioritise tasks effectively based on urgency and impact. Time Management & AccountabilityIndependently manage workload and deadlines.Communicate progress clearly and manage stakeholder expectations. Professionalism & Growth MindsetApproach challenges with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude.Demonstrate initiative and creativity in complex or non-standard matters.Tenacious and resilient-remains composed under pressure and unfazed by setbacksEmbrace evolving responsibilities and seek continuous development. Communication & CollaborationCommunicate clearly and professionally across all channels.Maintain high standards in both written and verbal interactions. Attention to Detail & Knowledge SharingEnsure accuracy and consistency across legal and compliance workstreams.Share expertise and provide training to support team and business-wide compliance. Process Orientation & FlexibilityEnthusiastic and proactive, with a flexible approach to changing priorities.Comfortable managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.Follows structured processes while identifying opportunities for improvement. Candidate ProfileMinimum 5 years of practical legal experience.Experience in the recruitment or staffing industry is highly desirable, including regulatory compliance expertise (AWR, IR35, Conduct Regulations).UK-qualified solicitor or foreign-qualified lawyer with UK law experience.Fluent in English; additional languages are a strong asset.Enthusiastic, proactive, and process-driven, with the ability to multi-task and adapt to changing demands.Tenacious and resilient, with a calm and confident approach in high-pressure situations. *This role is based on site 4 days a week, with the option to work 1 day per week from home* About ersgSet up in 2008, ersg is an award winning, international leader in staffing services to the global energy and built environment markets. We work with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Whilst headquartered in London, our global business has over 200 staff with offices across Europe, North America and Asia.ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

About ersg Set up in 2008, ersg was one of the first recruiters in providing a workforce solution in energy. Recognised now as a market leader in this field we cover all staffing from design and development to construction, operations & maintenance. ersg works with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Headquartered in London we have grown from 5 staff in 2008 to over 200 to date; opening offices across Europe, North America and Asia.   As a 360 Consultant you will: Use sales, business development, marketing techniques and networking to attract business from client companies and sell ersg's services Visit clients to build and develop positive relationships with them Advertise vacancies and use social media, LinkedIn, database etc to find candidates Receive and review applications, manage interviews and create a shortlist of candidates for the client Negotiate pay and salary rates Working towards exceeding targets relating to the number of candidates placed, the value to be billed to clients and business leads generated Keep up to date with industry developments to ensure competency in the role   Requirements: At least 12 months experience in a recruitment or business development role Motivated and driven to prove yourself as a key player in recruitment and provide the best service for candidates and clients Business development experience Excellent organisational skills Tenacious and resilient, not easily phased by setbacks and comfortable in high pressure situations Not afraid of the telephone Degree qualified (desirable) Proven fluency in English; additional languages are a bonus Sales and reward motivated Proficient in Microsoft office Outgoing and friendly personality   What you will get: Uncapped commission with no threshold Meritocratic progression Incentive trips Team/company events Busy and motivating company culture in a newly renovated office     ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.   About ersg Set up in 2008, ersg is an award winning, international leader in staffing services to the global energy and built environment markets. We work with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Whilst headquartered in London, our global business has over 200 staff with offices across Europe, North America and Asia. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

About ersg Set up in 2008 ersg was one of the first recruiters in providing a workforce solution in energy. Recognised now as a market leader in this field we cover all staffing from design and development to construction, operations & maintenance. ersg works with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Headquartered in London we have grown from 5 staff in 2008 to over 200 to date; opening offices across Europe, Asia and North America.   As a Recruiter you will: Advertise vacancies and use social media, LinkedIn, database etc to find candidates Receive and review applications, manage interviews and create a shortlist of candidates for the client Negotiate pay and salary rates Working towards exceeding targets relating to the number of candidates placed, the value to be billed to clients and business leads generated Work closely alongside your team leader/business manager to understand the projects and requirements. Keep up to date with industry developments to ensure competency in the role   Requirements: Motivated and driven to prove yourself as a key player in recruitment and provide the best service for candidates and clients Excellent organisational skills Tenacious and resilient, not easily phased by setbacks and comfortable in high pressure situations Not afraid of the telephone Degree qualified (desirable) Proven fluency in English; additional languages are a bonus Sales and reward motivated Proficient in Microsoft office Outgoing and friendly personality     "ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit."         About ersg Set up in 2008, ersg is an award winning, international leader in staffing services to the global energy and built environment markets. We work with major international companies through to smaller independent businesses to enable their projects to be facilitated effectively throughout the entire project life cycle. Whilst headquartered in London, our global business has over 200 staff with offices across Europe, North America and Asia. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff job applicants. We do not discriminate against staff or applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.