Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national equality regulator in the UK seeks a Legal Counsel to join their Corporate Law and Regulatory Compliance Team. This role involves managing contracts, offering legal advice, and supporting on disputes. You'll benefit from a competitive salary, flexible hybrid working from the Manchester office, and a strong focus on professional development.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Access to Civil Service Pension Scheme

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in relevant legal role.
• Experience in drafting and reviewing contracts.
• Public sector and government experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial contracts and negotiations.
• Advise on legal issues including intellectual property.
• Assist with in-house litigation and consultancy.

Skills

Contract drafting

Public sector procurement

Employment law advice

Litigation management

Job description

• Work with a respected national equality regulator.
• Competitive salary with excellent work-life balance.

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent national equality regulator, dedicated to promoting and protecting equality and human rights across the UK. Recognised for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, it offers an inclusive and collaborative working culture, fostering professional development and a positive work-life balance. Their values-driven approach ensures their staff are motivated by meaningful work, while enjoying a supportive environment with a strong focus on employee wellbeing and career growth.

Job Description

As Legal Counsel, you will sit in the Corporate Law and Regulatory Compliance Team and report to the Head of Contracts and Procurement and support on:

• Commercial contracts, MOUs
• Advising on intellectual property, property agreements, employment issues
• Managing in-house litigation, judicial reviews and disputes
• Assisting the Info Gov team in responding to FOIs

The Successful Applicant

The successful Legal Counsel should have:

• 3 years experience in relevant role
• experience of drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts
• experience advising on public sector procurement
• experience providing employment law advice, or managing litigation would be advantageous

Qualified and non-qualified applications are welcomed, so long as you have the requisite experience and desired skillset.

Public Sector and Government experience would suit.

What's on Offer

As well as an excellent opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge as an in-house lawyer, you'll receive a salary circa £44k plus 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, access to the Civil Service Pension Scheme and partnership pension schemes and other benefits.

They also offer flexible hybrid working from their Manchester office. Part time applicants may be considered.