Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel to oversee legal matters across multiple jurisdictions including commercial contracts and regulatory compliance. This role is suited for an experienced lawyer with a strong background in corporate governance and M&A, and familiarity with tech and BPO sectors. You will engage in a variety of responsibilities including contract negotiation and working alongside external counsel.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 10 years' experience in commercial law.
• Experience in BPO, AI, or tech industries preferred.
• Comfortable in fast-paced global environments.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice on contract terms and risk management.
• Support M&A transactions and ensure compliance with data protection laws.

Skills

Contract Law

Risk Management

Corporate Governance

Data Protection

M&A Transactions

Education

Qualified lawyer with degree from a recognised institution

Job description

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Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to support commercial, M&A, and corporate legal matters across the UK, USA, Europe and South Africa. This role is ideal for someone with legal expertise in international business environments, particularly within the BPO, tech, or AI sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Provide legal advice on contract terms, obligations, and risk management.
• Support M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring, and integration.
• Advise on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and internal policies.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws (e.g. GDPR, CCPA), including data processing and transfer agreements.
• Collaborate with external legal counsel on complex legal matters.

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with a degree from a recognised institution (UK, US, or equivalent).
• 10 years’ experience in commercial law, M&A, and corporate governance.
• Familiarity with legal issues in BPO, AI, or tech industries.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment.