Legal Counsel

Uniserve Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Discretionary Bonus

Pension Scheme

Annual Salary Review

Free Eye Test and Glasses Vouchers

Interest-Free Company Loan

Free On-Site Parking

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Referral Bonus £750

Flu Jabs Annually

Electric Vehicle Charging Points

Job summary

A growing logistics firm in the UK is looking for a Junior Legal Counsel to join their expanding in-house legal team. This role involves assisting with contract drafting and negotiation, providing legal advice for leadership, and supporting dispute resolution. The ideal candidate is a recently qualified solicitor with a strong background in commercial law and a desire to learn in a fast-paced environment. The firm offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including a discretionary bonus and pension scheme.

Qualifications

• Qualifications: Recently qualified solicitor with 3 years PQE or equivalent.
• Experience in reviewing and drafting commercial contracts.
• Proactive self-starter with strong communication skills.
• In-house experience desirable but not required.
• Proactive self-starter with strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Support dispute resolution and provide legal advice.
• Collaborate on legal projects and optimize processes.
• Provide strategic legal advice to management on operations and risk.
• Collaborate on legal projects and support digital transformation in legal operations.
• Maintain organised legal records and ensure documents are up to date.

Skills

Contract Drafting

Dispute Resolution

Legal Advice

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Recently qualified solicitor (around 3 years PQE)

Job description

The Uniserve Group, a dynamic and rapidly growing UK-based logistics and supply chain group with a substantial global footprint, is seeking a passionate Junior Legal Counsel to join our expanding in‑house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and self‑starting individual at the early stages of their legal career who is eager to learn and grow within a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contract Drafting & Negotiation – Assist with reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts (NDAs, customer/supplier agreements, logistics, marine insurance, customs, etc.) and advise on contract terms to align with business objectives and manage risks.
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation – Support dispute resolution and provide legal advice on cost‑effective strategies.
• M&A Support – Assist with legal due diligence and corporate transactions.
• Legal Advice for Leadership – Provide strategic legal advice to management on operational issues, risk assessments, and business development.
• Legal Team Support – Collaborate on legal projects, optimise processes, and support digital transformation in legal operations.
• General Legal Support – Maintain organised legal records, manage databases, and ensure all documents are up to date.

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Recently qualified solicitor (around 3 years PQE, England & Wales or equivalent).
• Strong academic background and interest in commercial law.

Experience:

• Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts (internships or early PQE experience welcome).
• Exposure to logistics, transport law, marine insurance, or customs is a plus.
• In‑house experience (including secondments) is desirable but not required.
• Proactive self‑starter with strong problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Desire to learn, take on responsibility, and adapt to new challenges.
• Ability to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities, and deliver legal solutions in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and familiarity with legal tech and case‑management systems.
• Experience in international shipping, transport, marine insurance, or logistics law.
• Knowledge of corporate governance and risk management in a multinational business.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary – We value your skills and commitment.
• Discretionary Bonus – Because your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
• Pension Scheme – We’ve got your future covered.
• Annual Salary Review – Your growth matters to us.
• Free Eye Test and £49 Vouchers towards Glasses – Taking care of your vision.
• Interest‑Free Company Loan – We’re here to support you.
• Free On‑Site Parking – Convenient and hassle‑free.
• Cycle‑to‑Work Scheme
• Referral Bonus £750 – Spread the word and earn some extra cash.
• Flu Jabs Annually – Stay healthy, on us!
• Electric Vehicle Charging Points at Work – Embrace sustainable transport.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Supply Chain and Legal

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Legal Services