Legal Counsel (Commercial Contracts)

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail brand is seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to provide pragmatic legal advice and support across the business. This role requires a qualified solicitor with commercial law expertise, excellent communication skills, and 2-6 years of PQE. The position offers a hybrid working model based in Birmingham, emphasizing innovation and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Supportive company culture

Creative and ambitious team

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of PQE as a solicitor.
• Strong commercial law experience either in-house or in private practice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a variety of contracts.
• Advise on commercial matters across departments.
• Lead legal projects aligned with the company's strategy.
• Support IP, brand protection, and privacy matters.
• Deliver internal legal training.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

Role: Legal Counsel (Commercial Contracts) — Location: Midlands — Working Style: Hybrid (3 days in Office per week) — Industry: Retail/Online Retail

Are you a commercially minded legal professional looking to join a fast-growing, globally recognised brand in the fitness and lifestyle space?

This Birmingham-based company is redefining the way we think about fitness culture – with millions of loyal customers, a powerful digital presence, and a bold vision for the future. They’re not just building a brand – they’re building a movement.

The Role

As In-House Legal Counsel, you’ll play a key role in helping the business scale safely and smartly. You’ll provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across all areas of the business, with a focus on:

• Drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts (influencer, tech/SaaS, consultancy, recruitment, global consumer & B2B)
• Advising on commercial matters across departments
• Leading legal projects aligned with the company’s strategy
• Supporting IP, brand protection, and privacy/GDPR matters
• Designing and delivering internal legal training

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 2-6 years PQE
• Strong commercial law experience (In-House or Private Practice)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• High attention to detail, integrity, and a proactive mindset
• A collaborative, curious, and commercially aware approach

Why Join?

• Be part of a creative, ambitious, and purpose-driven team
• Work in a hybrid model (2-3 days/week in a cutting-edge Birmingham HQ)
• Join a company that values innovation, wellbeing, and growth
• Enjoy a supportive culture where your ideas and impact matter

If you’re ready to flex your legal skills in a fast-paced, high-growth environment – this could be your next move.

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