In-House Counsel – Compliance, Data Protection & M&A

KMA Legal Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free car parking

Enhanced benefits

Bonus up to 20%

Job summary

KMA Legal Recruitment is assisting a leading regional Legal 500 law firm in Farnborough to appoint an In-House Counsel. You will report to the Group General Counsel and oversee day-to-day regulatory and compliance matters across the group.

You will lead the M&A process for acquisitions, provide guidance on SRA and FCA matters, review contracts, and mentor junior staff. A strong, independent work ethic is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance law.
• Experience in commercial, data protection and regulatory matters.
• SRA qualification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the compliance team on a range of regulatory matters.
• Provide legal counsel to the Group’s Compliance Team on SRA and FCA matters.
• Manage M&A processes, due diligence, and acquisition documentation.
• Review and negotiate procurement contracts and data protection obligations.
• Maintain and update legal templates and policy documentation.
• Support junior team members and handle regulatory reviews.

Skills

Regulatory & Compliance Law

Stakeholder Management

Data Protection

Education

SRA qualification

Job description

KMA Legal Recruitment is assisting a leading regional Legal 500 law firm in Farnborough to appoint an In-House Counsel. You will report to the Group General Counsel and oversee day-to-day regulatory and compliance matters across the group.

You will lead the M&A process for acquisitions, provide guidance on SRA and FCA matters, review contracts, and mentor junior staff. A strong, independent work ethic is essential.