Interim Legal Counsel

Marsden; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology solutions company is seeking interim legal support for 3–6 months starting in February 2026. The role involves negotiating and drafting various commercial agreements, including procurement and supply chain contracts, and advising on legal matters for sales teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of post-qualification experience and a strong background in commercial law within technology or consumer-facing sectors. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement with 1-2 days onsite in Greater London.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Experience in commercial law, particularly in technology or consumer industries.
• Ability to negotiate and draft various types of commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, draft, and review commercial agreements.
• Advise on distribution and reseller agreements.
• Provide legal guidance to sales teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting and reviewing commercial agreements

Advising on legal matters

IP law expertise

Education

Qualified Lawyer with at least 5 years PQE

Job description

We are partnering with a global business technology solutions company with a diverse product portfolio, seeking interim legal support for 3–6 months, starting in February 2026.

In this role, you will support the UK and European legal teams across a broad range of commercial matters, including hardware, software, services, and general commercial contracts.

Key responsibilities include :

• Negotiating, drafting, and reviewing a variety of commercial agreements, including procurement and supply chain contracts
• Advising on sale and supply agreements, distribution and reseller agreements, SLAs, licensing, and IP matters
• Providing legal guidance to sales teams on customer agreements and commercial arrangements

This role is ideal for candidates with at least 5 years PQE, a strong commercial legal background, and experience within technology or consumer-facing businesses. The position is hybrid, with 1-2 days per week onsite in Greater London.