Legal Counsel

Think Legal Recruitment; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An opportunity for a qualified solicitor to join a prominent FTSE 250 company as an In-House Legal Counsel. This role is integral in delivering legal guidance and collaboration across departments, especially in commercial contracts and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Matched pension contribution scheme

Discretionary bonus

Private healthcare

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' PQE in legal practice.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts.
• Exposure to regulatory compliance and legal advisory.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, advising on, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Providing legal advisory services across departments.
• Assisting with regulatory compliance and internal approvals.

Skills

Commercial Contract Experience

Legal Research

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

In-House Legal Counsel

We are seeking a Legal Counsel for a prominent, FTSE 250 company. This in-house role is pivotal in supporting the GCand other team members, and an exceptional opportunity for a driven legal professional to join an expanding team.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will collaborate across departments to provide essential legal guidance, including:

• Commercial Contracts: Reviewing, advising on, and negotiating various commercial and third-party supplier agreements.

• Terms & Conditions: Updating customer terms and conditions..

• Legal Advisory: Providing research and responses to diverse legal and technical inquiries.

• Regulatory Compliance: Assisting the business in meeting its regulatory obligations.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Working closely with key stakeholders, notably within Techand Product teams, and facilitating internal approvals.

Candidate Profile

Applicants must be a qualified solicitor in England and Wales, ideally with 2-5years' PQE. Strong commercial contract experience is essential, gained either at a reputable national law firm or in-house. Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas is required:

• General commercial contracts (e.g., service, consultancy agreements).

• Technology contracts (e.g., software licences, SaaS, agile development).

• Consumer terms & conditions, marketing, or financial promotions.

Remuneration & Working Arrangement

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave, a matched pension contribution scheme, discretionary bonus, and private healthcare.

The organisation operates a hybrid working model, requiring 2 days+ in the office per week.

Please contact Adam Zdravkovic for further details.