Legal Counsel

System C; Ledston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

System C is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our collaborative team in Leeds. You will support commercial growth, manage contractual risk, and contribute to a wide range of corporate legal activities within our social care and education division.

You will work with commercial, sales, finance and leadership teams, drafting, negotiating and guiding contracts across the lifecycle while ensuring governance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Legally qualified professionals, ideally solicitors, who bring experience in commercial contracting.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Exposure to technology, software licensing, SaaS, data protection or healthcare IT environments.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Leading and supporting customer contract negotiations and contract formation activities.
• Advising on contract management throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Drafting and negotiating contract amendments, renewals and variations.
• Supporting procurement, tendering and commercial activities.
• Leading and supporting supplier and business partner contracting.
• Providing advice on corporate governance, compliance, IP, employment-related matters and general corporate affairs.
• Supporting retention, protection and licensing of IP.
• Assisting with data protection and information governance matters.
• Delivering guidance and training to commercial and bid teams.
• Supporting the General Counsel on a broad range of strategic legal matters.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Contract negotiations

Data protection

Stakeholder management

Tech licensing

Healthcare IT awareness

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

At System C, we are passionate about delivering technology that connects and transforms health and care outcomes. We are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our collaborative legal team and play a key role in supporting commercial growth, managing contractual risk, and contributing to a wide range of corporate legal activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded legal professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced environment, building strong relationships, and helping teams achieve successful outcomes while maintaining high standards of integrity and governance.

What you’ll be doing

You will work closely with commercial, sales, bid management, finance and leadership teams in our social care and education division, providing practical legal advice and support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting customer contract negotiations and contract formation activities
• Advising on contract management throughout the contract lifecycle
• Drafting and negotiating contract amendments, renewals and variations
• Supporting procurement, tendering and commercial activities
• Leading and supporting supplier and business partner contracting
• Providing advice on corporate governance, compliance, intellectual property, employment-related matters and general corporate affairs
• Supporting the retention, protection and licensing of intellectual property
• Assisting with data protection and information governance matters
• Delivering guidance and training to commercial and bid teams
• Supporting the General Counsel on a broad range of strategic legal matters

What we’re looking for

We’re interested in hearing from legally qualified professionals, ideally solicitors, who bring experience in commercial contracting and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Exposure to technology, software licensing, SaaS, data protection or healthcare IT environments
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to take ownership

Experience of public sector contracting, local government, framework agreements, public procurement, or large corporate environments would be advantageous.

Why System C?

We are on a mission to improve health and care outcomes through innovative technology. You’ll join a supportive environment where collaboration, accountability, continuous improvement and integrity are at the heart of how we work.

We offer flexible benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work on meaningful projects that make a real difference.

Apply today and help shape the future of health and care technology.

Legal Counsel • Leeds, GB

Full‑time