Legal Counsel- Commercial Contracts (UK Remote)

Taylor Root; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment consultancy is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their in-house team. This role offers the chance to work remotely in the UK or from the Isle of Wight, tackling a variety of legal matters from contracts to regulatory compliance while contributing to meaningful environmental change. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with strong expertise in commercial law and IP, coupled with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Purpose-driven work

Collaborative culture

Growth and impact opportunities

Remote working options

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent).
• Ideally NQ-3 years PQE.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and IP.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues including IP and data protection.
• Lead on global IP and trademark portfolio management.
• Support legal operations, risk management, and compliance.
• Contribute to legal tech initiatives and internal training.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Intellectual property

Legal and regulatory advice

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

🚨 We're Hiring: Legal Counsel | Remote (UK or Isle of Wight) | Full-Time

Are you a qualified solicitor with a passion for using your legal expertise to drive meaningful change? Join a mission-driven organisation at the forefront of building a circular economy that benefits people and the planet.

We're looking for a Legal Counsel to join our dynamic in-house legal team. This is a unique opportunity to work on a wide range of legal matters - from commercial contracts and IP to regulatory compliance and global initiatives - all while contributing to a more sustainable economic system.

About Us

🌍 About Us

We're a pioneering organisation working to accelerate the transition to a circular economy - one that eliminates waste, circulates products and materials, and regenerates nature. Our work spans global systems change, innovation, and collaboration with businesses, governments, and academia.

Why Join Us?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Tackle some of the most pressing environmental and economic challenges of our time.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a diverse, supportive, and forward-thinking team.
• Growth & Impact: Help shape legal strategy in a globally influential organisation.
• Flexibility: Enjoy remote working options and a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Advise on legal and regulatory issues including IP, data protection, employment, and charity law.
• Lead on global IP and trademark portfolio management.
• Support legal operations, risk management, and compliance.
• Contribute to internal training, policy development, and legal tech initiatives.

About You

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent).
• Ideally NQ-3 years PQE (guideline only).
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and intellectual property.
• Interest or experience in legal tech, AI, and innovation.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bonus: Experience in NGOs or international organisations.

Location

Remote (UK-based) or Isle of Wight.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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