Interim Counsel - Must hold Security Clearance - Remote

Michael Page Legal; Bristol; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A top-tier legal recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim Counsel to provide legal support within the Defence Industry. The ideal candidate will advise on legal issues related to bids and contracts while managing disputes. This temporary position offers a competitive daily rate of £550 to £640 and remote working options, providing valuable industry exposure.

Qualifications

• Experience in technology, IT (including SaaS and licensing agreements) law.
• Must hold Security Clearance.

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.

Skills

Technology law

IT law

Intellectual Property Rights

Knowledge of Defence contracting policy

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Interim Counsel to contribute to the legal department within the Defence Industry.

Client Details

A FTSE 100 Defence business

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.

Profile

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

Job Offer

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