In-House Commercial Lawyer - Higher Education

University of Dundee; Dundee; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dundee is seeking a dynamic lawyer to work with senior management and provide commercially focused, solution-oriented legal advice across university activities.

You will bring post-qualification experience, an unrestricted practicing certificate, and a pragmatic approach to solving complex legal and commercial problems while communicating clearly with diverse audiences. In-house experience and HE sector awareness are preferred, with strong stakeholder relationships expected.

Qualifications

• Post-qualification legal experience in private practice and/or in-house.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercially focused, solution-oriented legal advice to senior management across university activities.
• Advise on contracts, governance, and regulatory matters affecting the University.

Skills

Commercial contracts

In-house experience

Regulatory awareness

Stakeholder communication

Job description

The University of Dundee is seeking a dynamic lawyer to work with senior management and provide commercially focused, solution-oriented legal advice across university activities.

You will bring post-qualification experience, an unrestricted practicing certificate, and a pragmatic approach to solving complex legal and commercial problems while communicating clearly with diverse audiences. In-house experience and HE sector awareness are preferred, with strong stakeholder relationships expected.