Legal Counsel

Zuto; Manchester; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading car finance company in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel to assist in-house with commercial legal work. This role involves working closely with internal teams on legal matters, particularly in relation to consumer rights and corporate regulations. Candidates should have a sound understanding of commercial contracts and up to four years of post-qualification experience. The company offers a supportive environment and a culture that values collaboration and resilience. Attractive perks and benefits are included.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Free independent financial advice

Discounted gym memberships

Flexible parental leave

Dog-friendly office

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a good understanding of commercial contracts.
• Experience in a commercial team or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple workloads and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Legal with commercial legal work.
• Act as a legal point of contact for internal teams.
• Draft, review, and summarize partner contracts.
• Provide training on key legal skills.

Skills

Knowledge of commercial contracts

Legal research skills

Stakeholder management

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

0–4 years PQE

Job description

Legal Counsel

Location : Manchester City Centre

Salary : Competitive salary

Who We Are

Join our team of passionate Zutonites and help transform the car finance experience with simplicity and integrity.

Our journey began in 2006 and we believe in enabling our team of over 550 Zutonites to work autonomously within an energising and inspiring environment. Our team work productively and imaginatively, focusing on solving customer problems and delivering a world class customer journey. Zuto’s flexible and supportive approach empowers achievement and the delivery of outstanding results.

We know how important cars are in people’s everyday lives, for work, family, and freedom, and that’s why we’re proud to help hundreds of thousands of customers every year. From day one, we’ve been redefining what success looks like, creating something special at Zuto : a business that leaves a lasting, positive legacy.

If you’re looking for a place where your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your achievements are celebrated, you’ll fit right in. Join a team that values collaboration, ambition, and doing the right thing, while having a lot of fun along the way.

The Role

Assist the Head of Legal with wide scope of in‑house commercial legal work, which spans the

Following areas

• commercial contracts;
• potential disputes and litigation;
• corporate;
• data protection;
• regulatory;
• employment;
• property and real estate; and
• intellectual property.

You will also act as a legal point of contact to Zuto’s internal, customer‑facing teams to answer initial queries, particularly insofar as these relate to consumer rights & rights of customers, Zuto’s Dealership T&Cs, Zuto’s privacy policies and how each of these are applied in practice. This may extend to running legal clinics supporting the customer‑facing teams in their day to day roles, as required.

You will work with the Head of Legal on drafting, reviewing, marking up and summarising our suite of partner contracts – our affiliates and our panel of lenders – and all other contracts with suppliers.

Provide training on key legal skills for Zutonites, on areas including data protection, employment policies and consumer rights.

Be available to support the business with accurate and up‑to‑date legal advice. As part of this, candidates will be expected to undertake relevant training as required and be pro‑active in keeping up with changes in legislation, which the business will support.

Develop a fundamental understanding of Zuto’s business model and way of work in order to be able to effectively advise on legal matters.

Work in a timely manner in accordance with any deadlines set.

What you’ll need

• Candidates should have between 0 – 4 years PQE
• Have a good understanding / knowledge of commercial contracts, with experience in‑role in a commercial team or equivalent experience (e.g. in‑house secondment / trainee seat)

Behaviours

• Demonstrates resilience, is highly adaptable and has the ability to lead multi‑disciplined teams, driving high performance and accountability
• Can work in a fast paced, complex environment that requires flexibility – can make sense from ambiguity and deliver clarity
• Ability to manage multiple workloads and stakeholders as well as managing expectations effectively
• Cross functional stakeholder management and evidence of ability to lead change across a business

Why Join Zuto?

At Zuto, we don’t just talk about supporting our people — we live it. Here’s what makes being a Zutonite so special :

Financial Wellbeing

• Pension scheme, life assurance & income protection
• Free independent financial advice
• Lifestyle, restaurant & shopping discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

Physical & Mental Wellbeing

• GP Anytime service for you and your family
• Health cash back plan & access to wellbeing apps
• Discounted gym memberships and free digital fitness classes

Family Friendly

• Enhanced caregiver leave (primary & secondary)
• Flexible and shared parental leave
• Fertility and foster-friendly policies

Culture & Perks

• Birthdays off and volunteer days
• Bring your dog to work and enjoy free in‑office massages
• Regular social events from team nights out to hikes, to sports clubs and more
• Regular gifting and celebrations throughout the year

Apply Today

Be part of a certified B Corp that’s changing car finance for good — and have fun while doing it.

Zuto is committed to nurturing a progressive and inclusive culture and provides equal employment opportunities. No applicant or Zutonite is discriminated against based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.