General Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic in-house lawyer to lead their legal function. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the legal landscape of a high-growth business, integrating commercial, regulatory, and corporate law into a cohesive strategy. With no upper limit on experience, this position is ideal for a seasoned professional looking to make a significant impact. If you are passionate about driving legal excellence and want to play a pivotal role in a thriving organization, this opportunity could be your next big move.

Qualifications

• 6+ PQE in-house lawyer with experience in commercial, regulatory, and corporate law.
• Strong understanding of data protection regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the group legal function as the first in-house counsel.
• Drive the legal function forward in a high growth business.

Skills

Commercial Law

Regulatory Law

Corporate Law

Data Protection

In-house Counsel Experience

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE 6+)

Job description

I'm working with a leading professional services firm to recruit their new GC. The role will report into senior Directors but you will have overall responsibility for the group legal function as their first in-house counsel.

They are looking for an in-house lawyer from roughly 6 PQE upwards (no upper limit on experience). The role will be fairly generalist incorporating commercial aspects alongside regulatory, corporate, data protection etc.

This is a great opportunity for the right lawyer to put their stamp on the legal function in a high growth business, driving them forward commercially as they look to grow.

If you'd be interested in discussing further, please apply using an updated CV or send an email to [emailprotected], referencing your LinkedIn profile and some contact details to arrange a call.