Legal Counsel (Commercial Contracts & Data Protection, 1-2 PQE)

Creditspring; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and fast-growing consumer credit company is seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on providing strategic legal advice on commercial contracts and data protection matters, ensuring compliance with GDPR and UK laws. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of post-qualification experience and a proactive mindset, ready to manage multiple tasks and collaborate with various departments. Join a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years PQE with strong experience in commercial contracts and data protection.
• Ability to deliver pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and advise on data protection compliance.
• Collaborate with internal teams to embed legal considerations in business decisions.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Data Protection

GDPR Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

UK-qualified Solicitor

Job description

Legal Counsel (Commercial Contracts & Data Protection, 1-2 PQE)

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Role Overview

Creditspring is a fast-growing FCA-regulated consumer credit company that focuses on its members, providing safe and efficient short-term financial products. Our mission is to improve the financial resilience of our members through innovative products, partnerships, and educational content.

About The Role

We are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support our business on a wide range of legal matters, with a focus on commercial contracts and data protection. Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will provide pragmatic and strategic legal advice across the company.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including supplier and partnership agreements.
• Advise on data protection compliance, including GDPR and UK data protection law, supporting privacy notices, data sharing agreements, and data protection impact assessments.
• Provide day-to-day legal support, balancing legal risk with commercial objectives.
• Develop and improve internal legal processes, policies, and contract templates.
• Collaborate with internal teams such as compliance, operations, and marketing to embed legal considerations in business decisions.
• Support and supervise the paralegal team.

Candidate Requirements

• UK-qualified solicitor with 1-2 years PQE; in-house experience in financial services is a plus but not essential.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and data protection matters.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and deliver pragmatic, commercially focused advice.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong stakeholder management skills.

We encourage applications from diverse candidates and those who may not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role. Creditspring is committed to an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported.

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Contract

Job function: Legal

Location: London, England, United Kingdom