Legal Counsel

LHH; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Excellent benefits

25 days annual leave

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a major national organisation undergoing transformation to recruit a commercially minded lawyer for a large in-house team delivering essential services across the UK.

You will provide broad legal advice, handling commercial contracts, procurement, regulatory matters, and governance while collaborating with stakeholders on strategic projects at an influential stage of the organisation’s journey.

Qualifications

• UK qualified solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE and in-house or regulated industry experience welcomed but not essential.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to simplify complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across a broad range of matters to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements and supplier arrangements.
• Support procurement matters and regulatory/compliance issues.
• Contribute to corporate governance and risk management.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver strategic business projects and act as a trusted adviser.

Skills

Drafting agreements

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Organisational skills

Collaborative approach

Education

UK qualified solicitor, 2+ PQE

Job description

Hybrid Working (typically 2-3 days in the office) | Up to £74,000 + Excellent Benefits

LHH Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a major national organisation undergoing a period of significant transformation and growth.

This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to join a large, well-respected in-house legal team supporting businesses that deliver essential services to millions of people across the UK every year. With major organisational change underway and an ambitious future vision, you will be joining at an exciting and influential point in the organisation's journey.

The Opportunity

Reporting into senior members of the legal team, you will provide legal advice across a broad range of matters, supporting operational and strategic decision-making within a complex, highly regulated environment.

This role offers genuine variety and the chance to build a well-rounded in-house skillset, with exposure to:

• Commercial contracts and supplier arrangements
• Procurement matters
• Regulatory and compliance issues
• Corporate governance and risk management
• Strategic business projects

You’ll partner with stakeholders across the organisation, developing into a trusted adviser while working alongside experienced lawyers within a collaborative and supportive legal function.

What Makes This Role Different?

This is far more than a traditional contracts role.

The legal team is viewed as a genuine business partner and works closely with operational leaders on matters that have tangible public impact. You’ll have the opportunity to take ownership, broaden your experience and build strong relationships across a diverse stakeholder group.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical ability with excellent interpersonal skills. We’re particularly interested in lawyers who bring energy, curiosity and a desire to grow, alongside the confidence to engage and influence a variety of stakeholders.

About You

A UK qualified solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE, although applications from candidates outside this range will be welcomed where relevant experience can be demonstrated.

You will ideally have:

• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• The ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and pragmaticallyStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A collaborative and commercially focused approach

Previous in-house or regulated industry experience would be advantageous but is by no means essential.

Why Apply?

• Broad, high-quality in-house legal experience
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects
• Supportive and collaborative legal team
• Significant opportunities for development and progression
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with service
• The opportunity to contribute to an organisation delivering services that matter to communities across the UK