In House Legal Counsel

ACTIVE TRAINING TEAM LIMITED; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a part-time In-House Legal Counsel to provide critical legal insights across various business areas. This role focuses on commercial contracts and requires a strong working knowledge of Intellectual Property Rights within the creative industries. You'll be responsible for drafting, reviewing contracts, and ensuring compliance with laws while managing IPR. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in contract law and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Join this dynamic team and contribute to a creative environment where your legal expertise will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract law.
• Strong understanding of business and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal input into all areas of the business.
• Draft and review contracts while ensuring compliance with laws.
• Manage company IPR and mitigate legal risks.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Education

Qualified lawyer with a focus on commercial law

Job description

Part-time In-House Legal Counsel - 2 days per week with flexibility.

Remote/Hybrid role with 1-2 days per month in the office based in London SE8

Responsibilities:

Our in-house legal counsel will provide legal input into all areas of the business. The main focus of the role will be on dealing with commercial contracts, and because of the nature of our business, a strong working knowledge of IPR in a creative environment will be required. Other areas of responsibility will include general employment law advice.

• Contract Drafting and Review: Drafting new contracts, reviewing existing contracts, ensuring they comply with relevant laws and regulations and achieve commercial goals
• Managing company IPR: As a creative company whose training products are based on ideas, protection of our IPR is of paramount importance.
• A working knowledge of IPR within the creative industries, and especially where creativity meets commerciality
• Risk Management: Spot and mitigate potential legal risks in contracts and business deals
• Negotiation Support: Assisting in contract negotiations to ensure favourable terms for your company.
• To include client meetings where needed
• Legal Compliance: Ensuring that all contracts and business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Dispute Resolution: Handling any legal disputes that may arise from contractual agreements

Relevant Experience

• Contract Law: Significant experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
• Industry Experience #1: Familiarity with the creative industries, including a strong working knowledge of IPR within this context is essential
• Industry Experience #2: Familiarity with the construction/infrastructure projects and the procurement processes within these industries would be beneficial
• Industry Experience #3: Familiarity with the training products would be desirable
• In-House Counsel Experience: Prior experience working as an in-house legal counsel would be highly beneficial

Key Skills

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyse legal issues and provide clear, practical advice
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with various stakeholders
• Negotiation Skills: Proficiency in negotiating positive outcomes and resolving disputes
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure all legal documents are accurate and comprehensive
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify potential legal risks and develop strategies to mitigate them

Personal Attributes

• Proactive: A self-starter who can identify issues and address them promptly
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with different departments and provide support across the organization
• Integrity: High ethical standards and integrity in all legal dealings

Qualifications:

• Qualified lawyer with a focus on commercial law
• Minimum 3 years of experience in contract law
• Strong understanding of business and market dynamics
• Good understanding of Intellectual Property Rights law