Group Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join its Group Legal team. This role offers a unique opportunity to provide essential legal support for strategic business initiatives, collaborating with senior stakeholders and regional counsels. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate law, with the ability to lead on complex projects and manage legal risks effectively. If you are a proactive and business-oriented legal professional looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate matters from due diligence to negotiation and closing.
• Manage legal aspects of significant transactions and operational activities.

Skills

Corporate Law

Negotiation

Legal Analysis

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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A leading multinational organisation is looking for a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join its Group Legal team. Working out of the Reading head office, this is an outstanding opportunity for a corporate / commercial lawyer to provide vital legal support to strategic business initiatives, collaborating with senior stakeholders and regional counsels to lead and shape complex projects from initiation to completion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on corporate matters, from due diligence and structuring through to negotiation and closing, with an emphasis on protecting the organisation’s interests.
• Shape critical business decisions with senior stakeholders, covering project scope, strategy development for works councils, and addressing legal risks in key areas, including environmental law, employment, and commercial contracts.
• Assess, obtain, and challenge external legal counsel’s advice on high-stakes issues, ensuring practical alignment with business strategies.
• Manage legal aspects of significant transactions and operational activities, supporting cross-functional teams and coordinating with Senior Legal Counsel and external advisors as needed.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Qualified solicitor with 4-7+ years post-qualification experience,
• Proven background in a corporate team within a leading law firm and/or in-house setting, with a broad understanding of commercial issues and strong experience in drafting, negotiation, and communication (both written and verbal).
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities, with a proactive approach to delivering legal advice and clear solutions within business timelines.
• High level of legal analysis and commercial judgement, with a keen attention to detail and a balanced, practical approach to managing risk.
• Business-oriented, self-motivated professional able to manage multiple priorities independently.

This is a rare chance to play a key role in driving high-impact corporate initiatives within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. If you're ready to leverage your legal experience and make a meaningful impact in an in-house setting, please get in touch or apply.