Legal Counsel

Somerset Bridge Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Somerset Bridge Group is seeking a Legal Counsel to support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Legal Counsel. The successful candidate will provide legal and commercial advice to support the business's strategic objectives.

Responsibilities include managing commercial contracts and project work, with opportunities to handle matters involving commercial property, litigation, intellectual property, employment, and data protection law.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE gained within in-house environment or recognized commercial law firm.
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Excellent communication and ability to make quick commercial decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and commercial advice to support strategic objectives.
• Manage commercial contracts and project work across property, litigation, IP, employment, and data protection.

Skills

Contract drafting

Commercial contracts

Negotiation

PQE 2-5 years

Job description

This opportunity was posted more than 30 days ago and no application deadline was provided. You can explore active listings below.

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Somerset Bridge Group

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Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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2-5 years PQE from an in-house environment or commercial law firm; experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Somerset Bridge Group
Description: Somerset Bridge Group is seeking a Legal Counsel to support the Head of Legal Services and Senior Legal Counsel. The successful candidate will provide legal and commercial advice to support the business's strategic objectives. Responsibilities include managing commercial contracts and project work, with opportunities to handle matters involving commercial property, litigation, intellectual property, employment, and data protection law.
Eligibility: Applications are encouraged from candidates with 2-5 years Post Qualified Experience (PQE) gained within an in-house environment or a recognized commercial law firm. Applicants must possess commercial experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, excellent communication skills, and the ability to make quick, confident commercial decisions.
Deadline: Not specified
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid)
Fees: None
Contact Information: Not specified