Interim Counsel - Must hold Security Clearance - Remote

Michael Page (UK); Bristol; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Counsel for a FTSE 100 Defence business in Bristol. The role involves advising on legal issues, managing disputes, and supporting internal compliance programs. Candidates must have experience in technology law, knowledge of Defence contracting, and hold Security Clearance. The position offers a competitive daily rate and the flexibility of remote working.

Qualifications

• Experience in technology, IT (including SaaS and licensing agreements) law.
• Must hold Security Clearance.
• Knowledge of Defence and wider Government contracting policy.

Responsibilities

• Advise bid, commercial, and procurement teams on legal issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Maintain and update legal templates in line with legislative changes.
• Deliver legal reporting per governance requirements.

Skills

Experience in technology and IT law

Knowledge of Defence contracting policy

Security Clearance

Knowledge of public contracting regulations

Job description

• Interim Contract to support a FTSE 100 Defence Business
• Varied scope of work

About Our Client

A FTSE 100 Defence business

Job Description

• Advise bid, commercial, and procurement teams on legal issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial contracts; manage disputes.
• Support development of internal processes and compliance programs.
• Maintain and update legal templates in line with legislative changes.
• Deliver legal reporting per governance requirements.
• Provide training to commercial and procurement colleagues.
• Offer support to other sectors within the group when required.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Interim Counsel should have:

• Experience in technology, IT (including SaaS and licencing agreements) law and the protection of Intellectual Property Rights in new and innovative solutions (both tangible and intangible).
• Knowledge of Defence and / or wider Government contracting policy.
• Knowledge of public contracting regulations would be advantageous.
• Must hold Security Clearance

What's on Offer

• Competitivedaily rate of £550 to £640.
• Temporary position offering flexibility and valuable industry exposure.
• Remote working