Legal Counsel

Michael Page Legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A major recruitment firm is seeking a Legal Counsel in Manchester to lead commercial contract work for a large manufacturing organization. The ideal candidate will have 3-8 years PQE, expertise in negotiating and advising on commercial contracts, and a commercially minded approach. This role offers a competitive salary starting at £70k plus benefits and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience in drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial contracts.
• Commercially minded and pragmatic approach.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Supporting supply chain and procurement activities.
• Working with senior management on contract templates and policies.

Skills

Drafting commercial contracts

Negotiation skills

Advising on compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

3 - 8 PQE

Job description

Overview

Join as Legal Counsel in a permanent role to support on commercial contracts. Based with a major manufacturing organisation, you'll lead commercial contract work (3‑8 PQE), advise on risk, negotiation & compliance in an innovative, high‑stakes setting.

Client Details

Our client is a large manufacturing business based in Manchester.

Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts including manufacturing agreements, service agreements, some construction contracts.
• Supporting supply chain and procurement.
• Working closely with senior management to shape contract templates, standard terms, and policies to improve efficiency and legal robustness.

Profile

The successful Legal Counsel will be:

• 3 - 8 PQE
• Have experience drafting, negotiating and advising on range of commercial contracts especially in manufacturing
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, confident
• Able to influence stakeholder and build good relationships

Job Offer

Salary based on experience from c£70k plus benefits and flexible working.