Corporate and Commercial Counsel (UK based)

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global motor vehicle manufacturer seeks a qualified Legal Counsel for a remote engagement in Guildford, UK. The role involves legal support covering commercial and corporate matters specific to European markets, requiring extensive experience and a proactive mindset. Candidates must possess legal qualifications and autonomy in their work approach while collaborating with diverse business stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years relevant experience in corporate law, specializing in commercial law.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders.
• Strong comprehension of business contexts and legal complexities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for co-operation agreements regarding vehicles.
• Advise on significant transactions and draft relevant contracts.
• Coordinate corporate law matters across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Business understanding

Solution-oriented mindset

Proactive willingness to learn

Entrepreneurial spirit

Ability to grasp complex issues

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent law degree

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

Current SRA Practicing Certificate or equivalent

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Client:

Legal.io

Location:

guildford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

28.06.2025

Expiry Date:

12.08.2025

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Job Description:

A leading global motor vehicle manufacturer is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel for a 3-month, 40hr/week, fully remote engagement focused on providing comprehensive legal support across a range of commercial and corporate law matters within the European Market.

The position involves advising on co-operation agreements (particularly for vehicles and parts), transactional and restructuring projects, multi-jurisdictional European corporate governance, real estate contracts, and international transactions. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in these areas, coupled with strong business understanding, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a proactive, solution-driven mindset.

This role is targeted at legal professionals with at least 5-7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably gained within an in-house corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.

Title: Corporate and Commercial Counsel - UK (Secondment)

Experience: 5+ Years

Location: Remote (United Kingdom)

Hourly Pay Rate: $90 - $110 / hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing dedicated legal support for various co-operation agreements, specifically concerning vehicles and vehicle parts.
• Advising the company on significant transactions and restructuring projects, which includes drafting and skillfully negotiating the relevant contracts.
• Coordinating corporate law matters across other European countries, particularly concerning shareholder resolutions, often with the support of external local lawyers.
• Supporting our real estate department by meticulously reviewing and negotiating contracts (such as rental agreements and property purchase agreements), as well as providing legal input in day-to-day real estate business.
• Operating as part of an international transaction team and actively working on cross-border transactions.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Relevant professional experience of at least 5 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
• A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
• High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
• The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.

EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant professional experience of at least 5-7 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
• A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
• High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
• The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.

EDUCATION & LICENSING:

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales, or an equivalent legal qualification enabling practice in the UK.
• Current SRA Practicing Certificate or equivalent non-UK approval to practice as a lawyer
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent law degree.