In-House Legal Counsel

SilverDoor; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking a qualified solicitor with expertise in commercial and employment law. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing contracts, advising on HR matters, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. A minimum of 5-7 years post-qualification experience is required, along with proven US law expertise. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for international legal advisory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in handling client contracts and commercial agreements.
• Ability to manage vendor agreements and supplier contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate client contracts and agreements.
• Advise on HR matters including disciplinary procedures.
• Ensure compliance with UK employment laws.

Skills

UK qualified solicitor

Commercial law expertise

In-house experience

Employment law knowledge

US law understanding

International business structures

Job description

Commercial Law

• Draft, review, and negotiate client contracts and commercial agreements
• Handle urgent client and employee contract

Requirements

• Manage vendor agreements and supplier contracts

Employment & HR Law

• Draft and review employment contracts and policies
• Advise on HR matters including disciplinary procedures, redundancies, and employment disputes
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and regulations
• Support international employment matters across our

Global Operations

• Manage employee relations legal issues

Facilities & Operations

• Handle property and facilities-related legal matters
• Review lease agreements and property contracts
• Manage regulatory compliance for business operation
• Advise on health and safety legal requirements

Legal Operations Management

Serve as primary legal resource across all business functions.

Maintain and update legal documentation and processes.

Manage relationships with external legal counsel (including Cripps and other firms).

Implement cost-effective legal solutions to reduce external counsel dependency.

Conduct legal risk assessments and provide strategic advice to leadership.

Experience

• UK qualified solicitor with current practicing certificate
• Minimum 5-7 years post-qualification experience
• Strong commercial law background with in-house experience preferred
• Experience in employment law and HR legal matters
• US law experience (essential)
• US law experience required as part of core qualifications
• Singaporean and Spanish legal knowledge would be an additional bonus
• Experience working with international business structures
• Understanding of cross-border legal requirements