Legal Counsel

Michael Page Legal; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal consultancy based in Bracknell is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support across various business functions. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate commercial contracts, advise on compliance matters, and contribute to corporate governance. With a competitive salary of £75,000 to £85,000 per annum, this role offers excellent benefits, including a choice of car allowance or a company car, comprehensive pension scheme, and a hybrid working model. Enjoy a half-day on Fridays!

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Comprehensive pension scheme

Private healthcare

Life assurance

25 days of holiday leave

Half-day Fridays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and advise on commercial contracts across various areas.
• Provide legal advice on consumer protection and marketing law.
• Advise on compliance matters related to data protection and competition law.
• Develop and update legal and compliance policies.
• Manage external legal counsel across the UK and Europe.

Skills

Commercial law understanding

Compliance expertise

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication in English

Education

UK Qualified solicitor

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join a reputable organisation. The role involves providing expert legal advice and support across various business functions.

Client Details

The company is a well-established large organisation. They are known for delivering high-quality services and fostering a professional environment where employees can thrive.

Description

• Draft, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of mid to high-value commercial contracts, including agreements related to the supply of goods and services, IT projects, confidentiality, marketing, distribution, consultancy, logistics.
• Provide competent and pragmatic legal advice on areas such as consumer protection law and marketing/advertising law. This may include drafting or advising on customer terms and conditions, advertising disclaimers, promotional terms and conditions, and related materials.
• Advise on compliance matters including data protection, competition law, regulated financial activities, anti-bribery, modern slavery, and fraud prevention measures.
• Develop and update legal and compliance policies. Lead or contribute to legal training initiatives and awareness programmes.
• Support corporate governance activities, such as document retention policies, and assist with company secretarial matters as required.
• Contribute to the implementation of a new contract management system. This includes developing new templates and supporting training initiatives to ensure a successful rollout.
• Assist in managing external legal counsel across the UK and continental Europe, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and alignment with internal legal strategy.

Profile

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• UK Qualified solicitor with a Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience (PQE).
• Strong understanding of commercial law and compliance.
• Confident preparing and delivering presentations.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and tight deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £75,000 to £85,000 per annum.
• Choice of car allowance or a company car.
• Comprehensive pension scheme.
• Private healthcare and life assurance.
• Generous 25 days of holiday leave.
• Hybrid working model
• Enjoy a half-day on Fridays