Legal Counsel

Law Absolute Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established entertainment organization is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal function. Based in East Midlands with hybrid working, the role involves drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising on data protection and intellectual property matters, and coordinating with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be qualified lawyers with over 1 year of PQE in commercial law and strong communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with various business units and contribute to legal compliance.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with over 1 year PQE in commercial law.
• Experience in data protection and privacy matters is required.
• Strong communication skills and good judgment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate, and manage various commercial agreements.
• Advise on intellectual property issues and compliance matters.
• Coordinate external legal advisors when necessary.

Skills

Commercial legal work

Data protection and privacy

Stakeholder interaction

Strong communication skills

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

A well-established entertainment organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their in‑house legal function.

Based in the East Midlands (hybrid working), this role offers close exposure to the business and would suit a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys variety, stakeholder interaction, and practical problem‑solving across a broad legal remit.

The Role

• Work closely with commercial, marketing, and operational teams on a wide range of business activities
• Draft, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements including sponsorship, licensing, media, and supplier contracts
• Maintain and evolve standard contract templates, terms, and internal legal documentation
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including brand usage and licensing arrangements
• Act as a key point of contact for data protection and privacy matters, supporting compliance and risk management
• Provide input on regulatory, governance, and dispute‐related issues
• Coordinate and manage external legal advisors as required

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified lawyer with 1+ PQE in commercial legal work
• Experience advising on data protection and privacy matters
• Commercial, pragmatic and solution‑oriented approach
• Confident working directly with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
• Strong communication skills and sound judgment