Legal Counsel

Think Legal Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Think Legal Recruitment is seeking a talented Commercial Legal Counsel to join a high-growth business based in Blackburn. This in-house position serves as a central point for providing practical legal guidance to navigate complex regulatory and commercial landscapes.

The successful candidate will lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, franchise, and technology arrangements.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with PQE in commercial law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• In-house or transaction-focused practice preferred.
• Experience with M&A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements.
• Support due diligence for M&A activity and contract integration.
• Oversee governance, compliance and regulatory risk management.
• Collaborate with external DPOs on privacy queries and compliance.

Skills

Commercial law

Contract drafting

M&A experience

Governance & compliance

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Think Legal Recruitment

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Lancashire, England, United Kingdom

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Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal CounselCategory: JobsOrganiser: Think Legal RecruitmentDescription: Think Legal Recruitment is seeking a talented Commercial Legal Counsel to join a high-growth business based in Blackburn. This influential in-house position serves as a central point for the organization, providing practical legal guidance to navigate complex regulatory and commercial landscapes. The role is designed for a commercially minded lawyer who wishes to deliver advice that directly shapes business outcomes and supports key strategic projects.The successful candidate will lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, franchise, and technology arrangements. Key responsibilities also include supporting M&A activity through due diligence, overseeing contract integration, and managing governance and compliance frameworks. Additionally, the counsel will work alongside external Data Protection Officers to handle privacy queries and maintain regulatory compliance. Eligibility:

• Must be a qualified solicitor.
• Solid post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial law, ideally gained in-house or in a practice with a strong transactional focus.
• Proven track record of independently handling commercial contracts from instruction through to execution.
• Previous exposure to corporate transactions or M&A work is considered a distinct advantage.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and legal risk management within a commercial context.

Deadline: Not specified Location: Blackburn, Lancashire, United Kingdom Fees: None Contact Information: Andy Balmer (Associate Director | In-house Legal Recruitment at Think Legal Recruitment)