In‑House Commercial Counsel: Contracts & Compliance

QED Legal LLP; South Derbyshire; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Luton is seeking a skilled commercial lawyer to join their in-house legal team. This role requires 4 to 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. The firm offers a hybrid working policy, expecting employees to be on-site two days a week. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and presentation skills, a keen attention to detail, and an interest in compliance matters.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.
• Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in other areas of law.
• Genuine interest in compliance matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and effective legal advice to the business.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Support legal compliance activities and delivery of compliance programmes.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts

Strong communication skills

Presentation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Solicitor with 4 to 8 years PQE

Job description

A prestigious legal firm in Luton is seeking a skilled commercial lawyer to join their in-house legal team. This role requires 4 to 8 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. The firm offers a hybrid working policy, expecting employees to be on-site two days a week. Ideal candidates will have strong communication and presentation skills, a keen attention to detail, and an interest in compliance matters.