In-house Counsel

Michael Page Legal; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified lawyer to provide comprehensive legal services across its international operations. This role will involve drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, and supporting M&A activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to flexibility within a small team. With a focus on safeguarding the organization's interests, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic legal environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a range of attractive benefits while making a significant impact in the aerospace and security sectors.

Benefits

Travel Allowance

Bonus Scheme

Private Medical

25 Days Holiday

Life Assurance

Half Day on Friday

Qualifications

• At least two years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review various contracts including commercial and supply chain agreements.
• Oversee compliance with the Bribery Act and UK Data Protection Act.

Skills

Commercial Contracts Drafting

Legal Compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Data Protection Knowledge

Flexibility in Teamwork

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

This corporate role involves providing a variety of legal services and advice to the Group's businesses. The aim is to ensure the organization fulfills its statutory obligations and safeguards its interests.

Client Details

International business that provides technology products and services to the aerospace and security markets

Description

• Drafting and Reviewing: Prepare, review, and amend a variety of contracts including and not limited to: commercial, customer, supplier, NDA's and supply chain agreements.
• Compliance Management: Oversee the Bribery Act compliance processes.
• Training Development: Providing ongoing legal training both online and in person to stakeholders within the group..
• Operational Framework: Support the legal team in managing and evolving the Operational Framework across the Group.
• Data Protection: Ensure ongoing compliance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and maintain data protection registrations for the businesses.
• M&A Activity: Aid in M&A activities, ensuring newly-acquired businesses comply with the Group's legal policies and procedures.
• Litigation Support: Coordinate and provide legal advice for any litigation involving the businesses outside of the US.
• Export Control Compliance: Assist with export control compliance and stay updated on relevant developments.

Profile

• A qualified lawyer with at least two years post-qualification experience;
• Experience of drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and advising on such;
• In-house experience desired, though not a must;
• Willingness to work flexibly within a small team;
• Excellent interpersonal skills;

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Travel allowance
• Bonus scheme
• Private Medical
• 25 days holiday with the ability to buy an extra 5 days per year
• Life assurance
• Hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.
• Half day on a Friday.