Legal Counsel

Clifton Search; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Bristol is seeking an experienced commercial lawyer to provide comprehensive legal support to the Electronics Division. This role involves drafting international agreements, advising senior management, and managing claims and dispute resolution processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial law background and excellent negotiation skills. Attractive compensation and a collaborative working environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as a commercial lawyer in a relevant sector.
• Strong understanding of intellectual property laws.
• Excellent negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to internal stakeholders.
• Review and draft complex international agreements.
• Contribute to direct contract negotiations.

Job description

Job Description

Our client is a global leader in Aerospace, Defence, and Security.

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commercial lawyer to join a team of legal professionals supporting the Electronics Division.

Reporting into the Chief Lawyer, you will provide legal support to designated lines of business, programmes or campaigns;

• Providing commercially focused and pragmatic legal advice and services to internal stakeholders (particularly Commercial and Intellectual Property);
• Reviewing and drafting a broad range of complex, international agreements with a diverse range of customers, partners and suppliers, including collaboration agreements, terms and conditions of sale and IP licences;
• Working collaboratively as a recognised legal expert integrated in a multi-disciplinary team, including liaising with and advising senior management;
• Actively contributing to direct contract negotiations, ensuring robust protection for the company while supporting business winning and retention;
• Supporting tender activities;
• Assess, lead, and manage claims and dispute resolution processes;
• Providing support and guidance on the protection, exploitation and enforcement of the company's intellectual property rights;

Monitoring and keeping up to date with legislative changes and relevant case law and being responsibl...