Legal Counsel

BCL Legal In-House; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established global business in the UK is seeking an Interim Commercial Legal Counsel to support a range of commercial contracting matters. You will join a collaborative in-house legal team, working closely with senior stakeholders to provide practical, commercially focused legal support. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with 3-5 years PQE and strong experience in drafting contracts. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys variety and autonomy.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years PQE as a qualified lawyer.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts is essential.
• Some experience with corporate matters would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial contracts.
• Supporting the business on integration-related legal work.
• Delivering pragmatic, risk-based advice to commercial and operational teams.
• Managing legal matters independently and prioritizing effectively.

Skills

Commercial contracting

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

This is an opportunity to join a well-established global business with a portfolio of well-known consumer brands on an interim basis, supporting the legal function during a period of change and growth.

You’ll join a collaborative in‑house legal team and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, delivering practical, commercially focused legal support in a fast‑paced environment.

The Role

The business is seeking an Interim Commercial Legal Counsel to support on a broad range of commercial contracting matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts
• Supporting the business on integration‑related legal work
• Working directly with commercial and operational teams to deliver pragmatic, risk‑based advice
• Managing matters independently and prioritising effectively in a dynamic, deadline‑driven environment

This is a hands‑on role requiring someone who is comfortable operating at pace and embedding quickly within the business.

About You

• You will be a qualified lawyer with 3–5 years PQE
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts is essential
• Some experience of supporting with corporate matters would be advantageous
• You are confident managing stakeholder relationships and providing clear, commercial advice
• You are comfortable working autonomously with minimal supervision

This is an excellent interim opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys variety, ownership and working closely with the business.

Apply now for immediate consideration, or contact me for a confidential discussion.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.