Corporate and Commercial Counsel (UK based)

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global motor vehicle manufacturer seeks a qualified Corporate and Commercial Counsel for a 3-month engagement in Southampton. The role involves providing comprehensive legal support across commercial and corporate law matters, engaging in transaction projects, and advising on governance, real estate contracts, and international transactions, targeting legal professionals with significant in-house experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a current SRA Practicing Certificate.
• 5-7 years of experience in corporate law.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaborate within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for co-operation agreements and transactions.
• Advise on corporate law matters across Europe.
• Review and negotiate real estate contracts.

Skills

Business understanding

Problem-solving

Autonomy

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales

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Corporate and Commercial Counsel (UK based), southampton

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Client:

Legal.io

Location:

southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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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.