Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide support to various teams in a hybrid work environment. The role involves drafting complex contracts and advising on legal matters in the industrial sector. You should have a recognised legal qualification and 2-3 years of post-qualification experience. Strong contract negotiation and analytical skills are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Excellent progression opportunities

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• 2-3 years PQE from private practice or in-house.
• Experience in legal matters within industrial, manufacturing, or defence sectors.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support and advice to bid, commercial, and procurement teams.
• Draft and advise on complex commercial contracts.
• Support the development of internal business processes.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Contract negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Recognised qualification to practise law in the UK

Job description

Overview

• Exciting opportunity to join a market leading organisation.
• Exellcent progression opportunities.

About Our Client

This opportunity is with a well-established, large organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector. The company operates with a strong focus on delivering excellence through innovation and compliance, making it a leader in its field.

Job Description

• Provide legal support and advice to bid, commercial and procurement teams
• Drafting and advising on complex commercial contracts and matters arising from the same, including potential and actual disputes
• Advising on and supporting the development of internal business processes as well as supporting the implementation of and monitoring adherence to compliance programmes
• Legal reporting in accordance with internal governance requirements
• Creating, maintaining and updating template legal documents, taking into account changes in business, legislative and regulatory requirements
• Provide support and advice to internal customers on contract negotiation, management and dispute resolution
• Deliver training to our bid, commercial and procurement colleagues

The Successful Applicant

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• A recognised qualification to practise law in the UK
• 2-3 years PQE either from either private practice or in-house.
• Experience handling legal matters within the industrial, manufacturing or defence sector
• Strong expertise in commercial law and contract negotiation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What\'s on Offer

• This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working is available.
• Excellent progression prospects.