Legal Counsel

Morgan Philips Group SA; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An international extended-stay hospitality business is seeking an In House Legal Counsel to manage all legal matters, focusing on Commercial and Employment Law. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on HR and compliance matters, and managing regulatory compliance for business operations. The ideal candidate is a UK qualified solicitor with 5-7 years of experience. This position offers a competitive salary and a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years post-qualification experience.
• Strong commercial law background with in-house experience preferred.
• Experience in employment law and HR legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate client contracts and commercial agreements.
• Advise on HR matters including disciplinary procedures, redundancies, and employment disputes.
• Handle property and facilities-related legal matters.

Skills

Commercial Law

Employment Law

Legal Risk Management

Contract Negotiation

Education

UK qualified solicitor

Job description

Legal Counsel – Hospitality

London (Hybrid – 4 days per week in office)

£100,000 - £110,000

Permanent Role

Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing an international extended‑stay hospitality business in their search for an In House Legal Counsel to join their team.

The successful candidate would take ownership of all legal matters across the business with a key focus on Commercial Law and Employment Law, as well as legal matters arising around facilities and operations. You will manage legal affairs internally while strategically engaging external counsel when necessary.

Key Accountabilities:

Commercial Law

• Draft, review, and negotiate client contracts and commercial agreements
• Handle urgent client and employee contract requirements
• Manage vendor agreements and supplier contracts
• Advise on business transactions and commercial risk management
• Ensure compliance with commercial regulations and industry standards

Employment & HR Law

• Draft and review employment contracts and policies
• Advise on HR matters including disciplinary procedures, redundancies, and employment disputes
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law and regulations
• Support international employment matters across our global operations
• Manage employee relations legal issues

Facilities & Operations

• Handle property and facilities‑related legal matters
• Review lease agreements and property contracts
• Manage regulatory compliance for business operation
• Advise on health and safety legal requirements

Legal Operations Management

• Serve as primary legal resource across all business functions
• Maintain and update legal documentation and processes
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel
• Implement cost‑effective legal solutions to reduce external counsel dependency
• Conduct legal risk assessments and provide strategic advice to leadership

About You:

• UK qualified solicitor
• Minimum 5-7 years post‑qualification experience
• Strong commercial law background with in‑house experience preferred
• Experience in employment law and HR legal matters
• US law experience would be ideal, although not essential
• Experience working with international business structures
• Understanding of cross‑border legal requirements

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