Senior Counsel

Michael Page (UK); Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

• Join one of the world's best known consumer brands
• Take on a broad range of general commercial work

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious organisation within the consumer and manufacturing sector with a truly global presence. With a history spanning many decades, they have established themselves as a leading player in their industry, known for high-quality products and innovative solutions.

Job Description

You will be required to draft, negotiate and finalise a wide range of commercial contracts, often liaising with the business and other parties involved (including suppliers/external lawyers). You will be a point of contact for the business and able to give credible advice on a wide range of matters - as well as advise and support the Head of Legal on business initiatives and projects relating to the wider group.

You will have your own allocation of matters to manage, with the support of the Head of Legal and team, including:

1. Commercial contracts, which will include sales, supplier agreements, IT agreements, finance and insurance documents.
2. Projects work, for example, progressing the digital offering of financial products online.
3. General advice on a spectrum of other legal matters, such as data protection, competition law and financial crime.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Commercial Solicitor should have:

• A law degree and a qualified solicitor.
• Proven experience in commercial law.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working pattern.