In-House Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled legal professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves collaborating with various departments to manage contracts and provide essential legal support. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the commercial field, particularly in drafting and negotiation, and will thrive in a hybrid working environment. With a commitment to transparency and fairness, this company offers a supportive culture and numerous benefits, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in the legal sector.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working

Healthcare cashback

Retailer discounts

Wellbeing app

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the Commercial field with a focus on contracts.
• Ability to provide timely legal advice and handle conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments on contracts and project work.
• Support on contractual matters and report to the Head of Legal Services.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Drafting and Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Legal Advice

Data Protection

Commercial Decision Making

Education

2-5 years PQE

Job description

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Job Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with other departments of the shared services company on contracts and project work.
2. Provide services and support to the companies within the group, employed by the group shared services company.
3. Report directly to the Head of Legal Services and support on contractual matters.

Required Skills/Experience:

1. Proven experience in the Commercial field.
2. Knowledge of Commercial Contracts.
3. Skills in Drafting and Negotiation.
4. Ability to handle conflicts and provide timely legal advice, understanding regulatory impacts on contracts.
5. Desirable: understanding of data protection.
6. Applicants with 2-5 years PQE trained in-house or at a recognized commercial law firm are encouraged to apply.
7. Experience in the financial services industry is a plus but not essential.
8. Ability to make quick and confident commercial decisions.
9. Hybrid working model: 2 days in the office, 3 days remote.
10. Benefits include 25 days annual leave (rising to 27 after 2 years, 30 after 5), bank holidays, discretionary bonus, flexible working, flexi-time, healthcare cashback, retailer discounts, wellbeing app, enhanced parental leave, religious bank holidays, life assurance, car and travel insurance discounts, cycle to work scheme, employee referral scheme, community support day, and company parties.

About Somerset Bridge Group:

We focus on underwriting, broking, and claims handling of UK motor insurance, committed to transparency and fairness. Proud recipients of a Silver Investors in People accreditation, we value our team and seek talented individuals who share our vision and passion.