General Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel aiming to transition to a General Counsel role. The position involves providing legal advice on various business aspects, managing risks, and drafting critical legal documents, all within a fully office-based environment. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience and a strong grasp of corporate law.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years PQE as a UK solicitor or equivalent.
• Experience in fast-paced business settings.
• Solid training from a reputable law firm.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate legal counsel on various topics.
• Oversee complex legal transactions and manage risks.
• Draft and solidify agreements and contracts.

Skills

Corporate Law

Dispute Resolution

Contracts

Commercial Awareness

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Communication

Project Management

Education

Qualified UK Solicitor

10 years PQE

Job description

The Arora Group is a successful solely UK-focused private group of companies, which leverages synergies across its specialist property, construction, and hotel divisions to its strategic advantage.

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Since 1999, the Group has built its standing through meticulously managing projects from inception to delivery and beyond. Today, it owns and manages a diverse portfolio of flagship assets across the nation’s key business locations, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised brands to deliver consistently high service levels and sustainable growth.

The role will suit an experienced Senior Legal Counsel aiming to step into a General Counsel position. It is a fully office-based role in the Heathrow Airport Area (5 days a week).

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to be part of our successful growth story. Bring your passion and ambition, and we will support you to achieve your goals, along with the rewards and benefits you deserve. We are looking for a General Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business. You will be able to take a strategic view of our exposure to risk and provide necessary advice to mitigate it within our expanding and multifaceted business. You will give legal advice and support to management on all relevant issues.

For more information on the Group, please visit our website: www.thearoragroup.com

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Provide accurate and timely legal counsel to executives on various topics (commercial agreements, dispute resolution, corporate finance, and commercial law).
2. Oversee complex legal transactions from a project management perspective, ensuring appropriate input from all stakeholders.
3. Lead risk management strategies within the company.
4. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
5. Handle Company Secretarial duties.
6. Draft and solidify agreements, contracts, and other legal documents as needed.
7. Manage external counsel and consultants to ensure value for money.
8. Clarify legal language or specifications to relevant company personnel.
9. Stay informed about changes or developments in legislation.

Skills & Experience

1. Legal Qualification – Qualified UK solicitor with a minimum of 10 years PQE (considering other PQE levels and qualified lawyers from other common law jurisdictions eligible for QLT).
2. Excellent knowledge of corporate law, especially corporate finance, dispute resolution, and contracts.
3. Methodical with attention to detail.
4. Strong commercial outlook and pragmatic legal approach.
5. Solid training from a reputable law firm and/or business environment.
6. Proven experience as a legal counsel in a fast-paced business setting.
7. High professional ethics and integrity.
8. Sound judgment and analytical skills.
9. Able to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
10. Excellent communication skills.
11. Approximately 8 years of experience in a small to medium national law firm before transitioning into business.

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Created on 04/06/2025 by JR, United Kingdom