Legal Counsel

TN United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international defence business in the North West is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support in drafting and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years of PQE and experience in an international contracting environment. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Pension

Competitive Salary

Qualifications

• 3-8 years PQE from a leading law firm or internal legal function.
• Experience in international contracting environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating contractual agreements.
• Providing expert legal advice across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Legal Advice

Contract Negotiation

Education

PQE

Job description

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• Opportunity to work for an international defence business in the North West
• Excellent package and progression

About Our Client

Our client is a global manufacturing business providing advanced technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions across land, air, sea, cyber security & intelligence, and space sectors. They operate in 40 countries worldwide, employing 93,000 people globally, with over 39.5k employees in the UK.

As a forward-thinking employer, they offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, providing employees with significant opportunities for career advancement.

Industry

Defence, Military, and Industrial/Manufacturing industries.

Job Description

As Legal Counsel, you will support a range of in-house work, including drafting and negotiating contractual agreements and providing expert legal advice to divisions and customers across multiple jurisdictions.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Counsel will have 3-8 years PQE with experience from a leading law firm or an internal legal function.

Experience in an international contracting environment or similar industry is advantageous.

What's on Offer

The package includes:

• A competitive salary starting from £70k
• Pension
• Opportunity to work with an industry leader in the defence and aerospace sector!