Legal Counsel

Executive Network Legal Limited; Calthorpe Fields; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established organisation in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 12-month maternity cover. The ideal candidate will possess 1-5 years' PQE with strong expertise in contract law. Responsibilities include supporting procurement processes and drafting company contracts. The role offers a competitive salary of £85,000 DOE, along with comprehensive benefits, including annual leave and professional development support.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Professional membership subscription coverage

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with 1-5 years' PQE.
• Strong expertise in contract law.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement and contracting processes effectively.
• Draft and review third party contracts.
• Conduct legal research on various laws.

Skills

Contract law

Strong communication skills

Stakeholder management

Legal drafting

Job description

Legal Counsel, 12 + Maternity Cover, 1 – 5 years’ PQE, £85,000 DOE, London/ Hybrid. An established and strategically important organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel to cover a maternity leave contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded solicitor to deliver high quality legal advice. Job ref: 1806

THE ROLE:

Exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation on a 12-month maternity cover contract. Responsibilities include supporting procurement and contracting processes to ensure effectiveness, and sound risk management. This involves drafting and reviewing third party contracts, maintaining standard terms and conditions, and assisting with key contractual documentation. The role also involves conducting legal research and preparing briefings on topics such as competition law, public procurement, contract law, and intellectual property.

THE CANDIDATE:

Applications are now open to qualified solicitors with strong expertise in contract law and a broad understanding of company, commercial, regulatory, competition, procurement, governance, and data protection law. The organisation is seeking an excellent drafter and communicator with a proven ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

THE PACKAGE:

On offer is a competitive salary starting along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes 25 days of annual leave. Additionally, the organisation covers the cost of your professional membership subscription, helping you stay connected and continue developing in your field.