In-House Counsel

Outsource UK; Warton, Samlesbury; Hybrid; GBP 103,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsource UK is recruiting an In-House Counsel for a 12-month contract (37 hours per week) to support BAE Systems' Air Operations team. The successful candidate will act as a trusted legal partner, delivering clear and practical advice across defence programmes.

You will draft and negotiate commercial contracts, provide pragmatic legal guidance, and help ensure compliance with export controls, procurement and product safety.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK with commercial legal experience.
• Eligibility for SC Clearance.
• Hybrid role with on-site requirement at Warton/Samlesbury, UK.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers and partners.
• Providing clear legal advice that supports delivery and manages risk.
• Ensuring compliance in export controls, procurement and product safety.

Skills

Commercial law experience

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK

Job description

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jobs Verified: 24 May 2026 Warton and Samlesbury, England, United Kingdom

In-House Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Outsource UK

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Warton and Samlesbury, England, United Kingdom

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Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK with commercial legal experience and eligibility for SC Clearance

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: In-House Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Outsource UK
Location: Warton and Samlesbury, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid: 3 days on site per week)
Eligibility: Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK with commercial legal experience and eligibility for SC Clearance.
Deadline: Not specified
Pay Rate: £75.00/hr PAYE or £98.91/hr Umbrella (inside IR35)
Description: Outsource UK is recruiting an In-House Counsel for a 12-month contract (37 hours per week) to support BAE Systems' Air Operations team. The successful candidate will act as a trusted legal partner, providing clear and practical advice across complex defence programmes, including fast jet and future air programmes.
Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers and partners.
• Providing clear legal advice that supports delivery and manages risk.
• Supporting compliance across areas such as export control, procurement, and product safety.
• Identifying and managing legal risks early.
• Supporting dispute resolution and helping drive practical outcomes.