Commercial Legal Counsel - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Danos Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers flexibility for remote work while providing essential legal advice on contracts and compliance aspects to support a Local Government Pension Fund. Candidates should be qualified in England & Wales with relevant PQE, ideally experience in commercial contracts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years PQE in commercial law.
• Experience in broad commercial contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on various contracts and regulatory obligations.
• Research laws and regulations affecting the fund.
• Support wider business compliance needs.

Skills

Legal advice on contracts

Knowledge of regulatory obligations

Data Protection Act 2018

Research and implement laws

Support compliance and HR

Education

Qualified in England & Wales

Job description

Commercial Legal Counsel - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Dan has been mandated on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract opportunity for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join a Local Government Pension Fund. The role involves sitting in a small team and reporting to the Director of Risk and General Counsel. The position is based in Bristol, with flexibility for remote working and occasional visits to the Bristol HQ.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice on contracts and arrangements including employment, commercial, supply of goods and services, and investment-related documents.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant regulatory obligations impacting the fund.
• Advise on the Data Protection Act 2018.
• Research and implement laws and regulations from the FCA, advising the business accordingly.
• Aid with FOIA requests.
• Support the wider business including Compliance and HR.

Your Profile:

• Qualified in England & Wales with 2+ years PQE.
• Experience in broad commercial contracts preferred.
• Candidates who are immediately available are preferred but not essential.

Interested candidates should contact [e-mail] for more information.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Financial Services and Investment Management