Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the defence and aerospace sector is seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in drafting and negotiating a variety of contractual agreements while providing expert legal advice to various divisions and customers across multiple jurisdictions. With a competitive salary starting from £70k, a generous bonus scheme, and a collaborative work environment, this position is perfect for a legal professional looking to advance their career in a global manufacturing business. Join a forward-thinking employer and make a significant impact in the field of defence and security solutions.

Benefits

Car allowance

Generous bonus scheme

Pension

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 3-8 years PQE with experience from a leading law firm or internal function.
• Experience in international contracting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support in-house work by drafting and negotiating contractual agreements.
• Provide expert legal advice across multiple jurisdictions.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Legal Research

Drafting Agreements

International Contracting

Education

Law Degree

PQE 3-8 Years

Job description

• Opportunity to work for international defence business in the North West
• Excellent package and progression

About Our Client

Our client is a global manufacturing business that provides advanced technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions across land, air, sea, cyber security & intelligence, and space teams. They operate in 40 countries worldwide, employing 93,000 globally, with over 39.5k employees in the UK.

As a forward-thinking employer, they offer a dynamic and collaborative work environment, providing employees with significant opportunities to advance their careers.

Job Description

As Legal Counsel, you will be supporting a range of in-house work, namely drafting and negotiating a variety of contractual agreements and providing expert legal advice to divisions and customers across multiple jurisdictions.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Counsel will have 3-8 years PQE with experience from a leading law firm or internal function.

Experience in an international contracting environment or similar industry would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

Package includes:

• A competitive salary starting from £70k
• Car allowance
• Generous bonus scheme
• Pension
• Opportunity to work with an industry leader in the defence and aerospace sector!