Legal Counsel

Pilgrim's Europe; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's Europe in Uxbridge, England, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its in‑house team supporting a fast‑paced, international food and beverage manufacturing business. The role requires a Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK), newly qualified to 2 years PQE, with experience in a leading law firm or fast‑paced in‑house environment and strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, supporting M&A and corporate

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK)
• Newly Qualified to 2 years PQE
• Experience in a leading law firm or fast-paced in-house environment
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts
• Support M&A transactions, corporate projects and company secretarial activities
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters, including disputes and compliance issues
• Partner with stakeholders to provide pragmatic legal guidance
• Identify legal risks and develop practical solutions to support business objectives
• Support wider legal projects and initiatives as required

Skills

Drafting contracts

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK)

Job description

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Pilgrim's Europe

Rolling Basis (Official)

Uxbridge, England, United Kingdom

Not Specified

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK), Newly Qualified to 2 years PQE, experience in a leading law firm or fast‑paced in‑house environment, strong drafting and negotiation skills, excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Full-time Legal Counsel

Full Opportunity Brief

Legal Counsel – Pilgrim's Europe

Full‑time in‑house legal role based in Uxbridge, England, supporting a fast‑paced, international business in the food and beverage manufacturing sector.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (UK)
• Newly Qualified to 2 years PQE
• Experience in a leading law firm or fast‑paced in‑house environment
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial and procurement contracts
• Support M&A transactions, corporate projects and company secretarial activities
• Advise on legal and regulatory matters, including disputes and compliance issues
• Partner with stakeholders to provide pragmatic legal guidance
• Identify legal risks and develop practical solutions to support business objectives
• Support wider legal projects and initiatives as required
• Submit your CV and cover letter through the LinkedIn application form.

Contact details not provided in the posting.