Interim Legal Counsel - Corporate Governance

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top tier international law firm is seeking an Interim Legal Counsel for an 8-month FTC to cover maternity leave. The role involves advising on governance, compliance, and legal risks, with a focus on partnering with senior stakeholders across the organization. Ideal candidates will have a strong legal background, particularly in corporate governance and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE as a guide, trained at a highly regarded firm.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal risks and compliance.
• Prepare legal advice to management on operational matters.
• Liaise with senior stakeholders and partners.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Compliance

Education

Qualified in England & Wales

Job description

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Interim Legal Counsel - Corporate Governance, london (city of london)

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Client:

Marsden

Location:

london (city of london), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Unique opportunity to join the Office of the General Counsel at a top tier international law firm on a 8 month FTC basis to cover for a period of maternity leave. Hybrid 3 days/week in the office. Option for part time, 4 days/week.

This opportunity could suit a lawyer coming from a background in employment, corporate reorganisations, tax, governance or regulatory looking for a move from fee earning.

As part of the firm's in-house legal team you will be responsible for:

• working with the firm's Partnership Affairs team, advising on firm structure, partner arrangements and related documentation
• advising on legal risks and compliance
• preparing legal advice to management on operational and matters affecting the firm
• responding to queries from the Partners
• supporting the firm's insurance renewal process
• project based work
• liaising extensively with senior stakeholders across the firm, Partners and senior members of the operational team

To be considered for this role you will be 4+ years PQE as a guide, trained at a highly regarded firm, qualified in England & Wales. Strong technical legal knowledge coupled with the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders is key to continued success in this role.