Commercial Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Part time

Job summary

A multinational food and brands company seeks a junior to mid-level Commercial Counsel or Contract Manager for a 6-month contract, offering 30 hours per week. The role involves reviewing commercial contracts and assisting in negotiations, with the option for remote work from the UK or France. Ideal candidates will have 4+ years of experience in commercial law, preferably qualified in the UK or France.

Qualifications

• Mid-level attorney with 4+ years of experience preferred.
• Experience handling commercial agreements subject to French law.
• Availability for ongoing or as-needed support.

Responsibilities

• Review overflow contract volume to support the internal legal team.
• Work will involve negotiations on NDAs and service agreements.
• Oversight under a senior commercial attorney.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Legal document review

Negotiating agreements in French

Self-starter

Education

Qualified attorney in UK or France or EU qualified

Job description

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A multinational food and food brands company is seeking to engage a junior to mid-level commercial attorney (experienced contract managers may also apply) to assist the company on an interim basis (30 hours per week for an initial 6 month term).

Title: Commercial Counsel or Contract Manager

Location: Remote (UK or France)

Duration: 6 Months (From 4/3/2025 until 10/6/2025)

Pay Rate: $75 - $90 / hr

Preferred Profile:

• Mid-level attorney (4+ years experience, preferably qualified in the UK or France, or EU qualified) preferred
• Experienced contract managers may also be considered.
• Experience with commercial contracts and legal document review is ideal.
• Experience with practicing in French and negotiating agreements in French would be a strong value add though not required
• Experience handling commercial agreements subject to French law

Scope of Work:

• Reviewing overflow contract volume to support the internal commercial/legal team.
• Review of commercial services agreements, direct supply agreements (ingredients, materials, packaging for consumer goods), and real estate lease agreements.
• Work will be overseen by an internal senior commercial attorney.
• Bulk of the work will likely be assisting with negotiations on NDAs and service agreements

Additional Considerations:

• Availability for ongoing or as-needed support.
• Ability to work within US/EU time zones.
• Looking for a self-starter who would be comfortable working with procurement function with minimal supervision