Legal Counsel

The AA; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in Basingstoke. This role is pivotal in shaping the legal framework of the organization, providing critical legal advice on commercial contracts, and ensuring compliance with regulations. As part of a forward-thinking company, you will navigate exciting new ventures and enhance legal operations while collaborating with various stakeholders. If you are passionate about law and eager to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Private Medical Insurance

25 Days Annual Leave

Worksave Pension Scheme

Free Breakdown Membership

Employee Discount Scheme

Diverse Learning Opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

24/7 Remote GP Service

Qualifications

• Experience across a broad range of commercial contracts.
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills required.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues simply.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial projects.
• Draft pivotal contracts and shape strategic partnerships.
• Enhance legal operations and drive best practices.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Drafting Skills

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Effective Communication

Education

Professional qualification in Law (LLM or LLB)

Current SRA practicing certificate

Job description

The AA Basingstoke, England, United Kingdom

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Company Description/ Business Unit

Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid)

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive

Additional Benefits: Car Allowance, Annual Bonus & Private Medical Insurance

Thought The AA only provide roadside assistance? Think again.

For over 100 years, we’ve continued to evolve and adapt. Today, as the nation’s number one motoring organisation, we offer a range of excellent products and services to millions of customers from roadside assistance to home and motor insurance as well as providing the latest driving technologies. As we continue to expand, diversify, and modernise, joining us as Legal Counsel, you’ll play a key part to our success and join us on this exciting motoring journey.

This is the job

Step into the role of Legal Counsel at the AA and become a cornerstone in our legal framework. Your role, reporting to the Head of Legal – Commercial, will be vital in drafting pivotal contracts, advising colleagues on a variety of legal matters that effect the AA and shaping our strategic partnerships and the future of the AA.

What will I be doing?

• Navigate new ventures with day-to-day legal advice, infusing commercial insight and operational acumen.
• Manage legalities adeptly across the business, spearheading key B2C and B2B commercial projects.
• Collaborate closely with Group Risk and Compliance, ensuring matters are handled with expertise.
• Enhance legal operations by driving best practices and efficiencies, setting the standard for legal excellence.
• Champion new regulations , playing a pivotal role in their application and implementation, shaping the legal landscape.
  
  

What do I need?

Capability, Knowledge And Experience

• Experience across a broad range of commercial contracts (customer and supplier).
• Excellent drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability and confidence to work autonomously on matters.
• Adept at superimposing complex legal issues on to the reality of business operations, as well as the ability to communicate those issues in a simple and engaging way.
• Desire to work and flourish in a fast paced, change focused environment.
• Experience of working in another large corporate organisation with a broad commercial law remit including consumer, disputes, intellectual property, advertising and corporate matters.
• Willing to step outside of your comfort zone, upskill and try new things.
• Continued focus on professional development and an interest in increasing efficiency through the use of technology.
• Effective communication skills to convey advice clearly across all business levels, including senior leadership.
• Stakeholder engagement skills to navigate commercial and regulatory outcomes successfully.
  
  

Education And Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Law (LLM or LLB or similar).
• Current SRA practicing certificate
  
  

Additional information

Benefits

We’re always looking to recognise and reward our employees for the work they do. As a valued member of The AA, you’ll have access to a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays + holiday buying scheme
• Worksave pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution
• Free AA breakdown membership from Day 1 plus 50% discount for family and friends
• Discounts on AA products including car and home insurance
• Employee discount scheme that gives you access to a car salary sacrifice scheme plus great discounts on healthcare, shopping, holidays and more
• Diverse learning and development opportunities to support you to progress in your career
• Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and a 24/7 remote GP service for you and your family
  
  

Plus, so much more!

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from everyone. The AA values diversity and the difference this brings to our culture and our customers. We actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to join us and become part of an inclusive company where you can be yourself, be empowered to be your best and feel like you truly belong. We have five communities to bring together people with shared characteristics and backgrounds and drive positive change.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing, Financial Services, and Insurance

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