In-House Legal Counsel — Commercial & Tech (4-Day Week)

Outcomes First Group; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Bolton is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial, corporate, or technology law, possessing strong contract drafting skills. This hybrid role involves a variety of tasks, from advising on commercial contracts to supporting compliance. The position offers a salary up to £65,000, with benefits including a 4-Day Working Week and extensive support services for employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, corporate or technology law.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and advise on a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Support technology, IP and software procurement activity.
• Provide pragmatic legal advice to operational and central teams.
• Contribute to compliance, risk management and legal frameworks.

Skills

Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills

Clear communicator with commercial awareness

Organised and detail-focused

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 2-5 years’ PQE

Job description

A leading education provider in Bolton is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team. The ideal candidate will be a Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial, corporate, or technology law, possessing strong contract drafting skills. This hybrid role involves a variety of tasks, from advising on commercial contracts to supporting compliance. The position offers a salary up to £65,000, with benefits including a 4-Day Working Week and extensive support services for employee wellbeing.