In-House Legal Counsel — 9-Month Contract (Hybrid)

Taylor Root; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality brand is looking for a qualified lawyer for a 9-month fixed-term contract to support their in-house legal team in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years PQE with expertise in English commercial law. This role offers flexibility with hybrid working, and the successful applicant will be involved in drafting and negotiating contracts, and providing legal support to various stakeholders. Salary is between £60,000 - £65,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years’ PQE as a qualified lawyer in UK or commonwealth jurisdiction.
• Expertise in English contracts law is essential.
• Organised with a detail-oriented approach and good time management.

Responsibilities

• Support businesses with drafting and negotiating client contracts.
• Provide general support on various legal matters.
• Assist AI, Tech, and Privacy lead as needed.
• Monitor and manage legal inboxes effectively.

Skills

Qualified lawyer (1 to 3 years' PQE)

Knowledge of English commercial/contracts law

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Problem solver with a goal-oriented approach

Proficient in office management systems

Ability to advise and negotiate

Collaborative style of working

Education

Qualified lawyer with 1 to 3 years' PQE

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Job description

A leading hospitality brand is looking for a qualified lawyer for a 9-month fixed-term contract to support their in-house legal team in Greater London. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years PQE with expertise in English commercial law. This role offers flexibility with hybrid working, and the successful applicant will be involved in drafting and negotiating contracts, and providing legal support to various stakeholders. Salary is between £60,000 - £65,000, depending on experience.