Legal Counsel – Commercial and Data Protection -(M&F) UK869422

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing for the automotive sector is seeking a Legal Counsel for commercial and data protection matters. The role involves providing legal advice, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with laws. Qualified solicitors with 3-5 years of experience are encouraged to apply. This is a permanent hybrid position based in South Darenth, Kent.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years PQE either in-house or in private practice.
• Solid experience in commercial law and commercial contracts.
• Strong experience in Data Protection Law.

Responsibilities

• Advising on legal matters including contracts, trademarks and compliance.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Supporting the DPO with data protection compliance.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Education

UK Qualified solicitor

Job description

Legal Counsel – Commercial and Data Protection -(M&F) UK869422, maidstone

Client:

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

12

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

LEGAL COUNSEL – COMMERCIAL AND DATA PROTECTION

SOUTH DARENTH, KENT – HYBRID WORKING (3 DAYS PER WEEK IN OFFICE; 2 FROM HOME

PERMANENT ROLE

Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a global leader in the field of manufacturing for the automotive sector in their search for a Legal Counsel to join their team. Reporting into the Group Legal Counsel and DPO, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal advice and support to business functions and entities globally, identifying and mitigating legal risks and ensuring the business remains compliant with relevant laws and regulations.

Key Accountabilities:

• Advising internal stakeholders and business functions on a wide range of legal matters, including contracts, trademarks and IPRs, legal risks and compliance.
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, including purchasing, supply, distribution, development, IP, IT and SaaS agreements.
• Creating, implementing, reviewing and updating contract templates for ongoing business use.
• Liaising and collaborating with 3rd party advisors, including lawyers, insurance brokers and privacy consultants.
• Supporting, maintaining and driving improvement in legal processes and systems to ensure efficiency and value add to the business.
• Supporting the DPO in:
• drafting, reviewing and updating documents, policies, procedures and registers required under relevant data protection legislation
• conducting data privacy impact assessments and legitimate interest assessments
• dealing with data protection issues and queries, including breaches, and updating the data breach/incident register
• conducting research and liaising with the ICO and other Regulatory Authorities when required
• supporting global subsidiaries in complying with data protection obligations
• Staff awareness and training on legal and privacy matters.

About You:

• UK Qualified solicitor with a circa 3-5 years PQE gained either in-house or in private practice.
• Solid experience in commercial law and commercial contracts.
• Strong experience in Data Protection Law
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail in planning, execution, and follow-through.
• Decision-making skills, especially in high-pressure situations.

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Created on 26/06/2025 by JR United Kingdom