Legal Counsel - Commercial

TN United Kingdom; Upper Langwith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commercial Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in a variety of legal matters, including contract negotiation, IP work, and compliance guidance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with various departments to provide pragmatic legal advice. If you're looking to develop your career within a global PLC and make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial contract negotiation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate, and draft supplier and business partnership contracts.
• Handle commercial disputes and litigation.

Skills

Commercial contract negotiation

Excellent communication skills

Legal advice

IP work

Team collaboration

Job description

Job Description

This role is available on a part-time or full-time basis. We will also consider applicants seeking a Fixed Term Contract. All work will require on-site presence at our Shirebrook HQ.

As a Commercial Lawyer at Frasers Group, you will review, negotiate, draft, and advise on a wide range of supplier and business partnership contracts across all areas of the Group's businesses, including:

• Commercial, supply chain, concessions, events, marketing, e-commerce, franchising, licensing, IT & technology, outsourcing, and finance.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling commercial disputes and litigation.
• Providing guidance on marketing and promotional activities, including CAP code compliance for advertisements, promotions, competitions, and product packaging, and drafting associated T&Cs.
• Supporting the e-commerce team on legal aspects of digital marketing and website operations.
• Managing wholesale contracts and concession agreements with suppliers.
• Handling general IP work, including licensing of own brands and third-party licensing.
• Advising and supporting the customer service team on customer complaints, disputes, and small claims.
• Assisting with larger M&A transactions, conducting due diligence, drafting SPA/APAs, and post-completion support.
• Liaising with enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies such as the ICO, ASA, and Trading Standards.
• Instructing and managing external lawyers for specialized or external work.
• Supporting senior legal team members and supervising junior staff.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial contract negotiation.
• Qualified and ready to leverage expertise in this sector.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
• Capability to provide pragmatic, commercially-focused legal advice.
• Collaborative mindset and team-oriented approach.
• Aspiring to develop a career within a global PLC.