Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Legal Counsel with extensive experience in commercial law, M&A, and corporate governance. The role involves drafting contracts, advising on compliance, and collaborating with external counsel across multiple regions including the UK and the USA. Ideal candidates will be qualified lawyers with a strong background in tech or BPO sectors and should thrive in a fast-paced, global environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 10 years’ experience in commercial law.
• Familiarity with legal issues in BPO, AI, or tech sectors.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice on contract terms and obligations.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence.

Skills

Commercial law

M&A expertise

Corporate governance

Legal compliance

Risk management

Education

Law degree from a recognised institution

Job description

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Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to support commercial, M&A, and corporate legal matters across the UK, USA, Europe and South Africa. This role is ideal for someone with legal expertise in international business environments, particularly within the BPO, tech, or AI sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Provide legal advice on contract terms, obligations, and risk management.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and integration.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and internal policies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws (e.g. GDPR, CCPA), including data processing and transfer agreements.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel on complex legal matters.

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with a degree from a recognised institution (UK, US, or equivalent).
• 10 years’ experience in commercial law, M&A, and corporate governance.
• Familiarity with legal issues in BPO, AI, or tech industries.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.