General Counsel

MCS Group | Your Specialist Recruitment Consultancy; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a General Counsel to join their dynamic Belfast office. This senior role offers a unique opportunity to influence legal and operational strategies within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. You will lead contract negotiations, provide essential legal advice, and oversee compliance with data protection regulations. The position promises a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and a supportive team culture, making it ideal for a qualified solicitor eager to make a significant impact in a global organization.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Flexible Working Arrangements

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with extensive experience in commercial legal roles.
• Strong understanding of contracts, GDPR, and intellectual property.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review and negotiation of various contracts.
• Provide in-house legal advice on compliance and corporate governance.
• Oversee GDPR compliance and manage legal risks.

Skills

Commercial Contract Negotiation

Legal Advisory

GDPR Compliance

Intellectual Property Management

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland or Equivalent

Job description

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Job Description: General Counsel

Location: Belfast City Centre (Hybrid Working Available)
Department: Legal & Compliance

Overview

Job Description: General Counsel

Location: Belfast City Centre (Hybrid Working Available)
Department: Legal & Compliance

Overview

MCS Group is proud to be working with a global technology-led organisation to recruit a General Counsel for their growing Belfast office. This is a senior, strategic legal position covering a broad range of responsibilities across commercial contracting, compliance, data protection, and IP. The role provides an exciting opportunity to influence legal and operational decision-making in a fast-paced, international business environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts: Lead the review, negotiation, and approval of customer, OEM, supplier, and partner contracts.

Legal Advisory: Provide in-house legal advice across areas including employment, litigation, property leases, and corporate governance.

Compliance & GDPR: Oversee GDPR and data privacy compliance across the organisation and support the Information Security Group.

IP Management: Protect and manage intellectual property including trademarks, software licensing, and confidential information.

Risk Management: Proactively identify legal risks and support senior stakeholders with pragmatic, solution-oriented advice.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in Northern Ireland, UK, or equivalent jurisdiction.

• Extensive experience in commercial legal roles, ideally in-house.

• Strong understanding of contracts, data protection (GDPR), and intellectual property.

• Ability to manage multiple legal disciplines and work independently.

• Confident communicator with sound judgment and business acumen.
  
  

Desirable Attributes

• Background in technology or software sectors.

• Experience dealing with international legal matters or cross-border transactions.

• Prior experience working as sole legal counsel or in a lean legal team.
  
  

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• High-impact, senior role with global exposure.

• Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.
  
  

How to Apply

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Samuel Neilly, Legal Recruitment Specialist at MCS Group, on 02896935502.

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