In-House Counsel

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a commercially minded In-House Counsel to join their legal team in London. The role involves advising stakeholders, managing risk, and ensuring compliance across various legal matters. Ideal candidates will possess solid experience in commercial law and be qualified solicitors. Join a dynamic environment that values innovation and offers a high level of autonomy.

Benefits

Dynamic, forward-thinking environment

High level of autonomy

Direct access to senior leadership

Culture values diversity, growth, and innovation

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent).
• Experience working In-House with a solid grounding in commercial law.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
• Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters.
• Support on data protection, employment, IP, and litigation issues.

Skills

Commercial law

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Business acumen

Proactivity

Collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent)

Job description

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Client:

LHH

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our valued client is growing and therefore seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team and support the business across a wide range of legal matters.

The Role:

Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in advising stakeholders, managing risk, and ensuring legal compliance across the business. You'll work closely with teams across the organization, offering pragmatic legal advice that supports our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and agreements
• Provide legal advice on corporate, regulatory, and compliance matters
• Support on data protection, employment, IP, and litigation issues as required
• Help develop internal policies and templates
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and provide guidance to internal stakeholders
• Assist in managing external counsel when needed

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent)
• Solid grounding in commercial law with experience working In House
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risk and commercial priorities
• A proactive, collaborative approach with the confidence to work independently

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment
• High level of autonomy and direct access to senior leadership
• A culture that values diversity, growth, and innovation