Legal Counsel (Corporate/Commercial)

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in roofing and waterproofing solutions is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic legal team. With a focus on strategic transformation projects, you will provide legal guidance and ensure that legal risks are managed effectively. This role requires a qualified solicitor with strong experience in corporate law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE focused on corporate law or in-house roles.
• Experience managing commercial contracts and legal risks.
• Strong negotiation and analytical abilities are essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal aspects of transformation projects and commercial contracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage external counsel relationships.
• Communicate key legal matters to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Risk Mitigation

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

5+ years PQE

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Legal Counsel (Corporate/Commercial), Slough

Location: Slough, United Kingdom

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Legal Counsel – Strategic Projects & Group Functions - Corporate & Commercial Counsel

Company: Manufacturing Sector

Role: Legal Counsel

Location: Reading (Hybrid)

Experience: Corporate & Commercial

PQE: 5+ years PQE

Are you a commercially minded legal professional ready to make a strategic impact in a global organisation? My client is looking for a Legal Counsel to join a dynamic and collaborative legal team, supporting a major business transformation programme and providing legal guidance across key group functions.

About the Role

As Legal Counsel, you’ll play a pivotal role in advising on complex legal matters related to a high-impact transformation initiative. You’ll work closely with senior legal and business stakeholders to drive projects from planning through to execution, ensuring legal risks are managed and business goals are achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on legal aspects of strategic transformation projects, including commercial contracts, employment, environmental, and product liability matters.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align legal and business objectives.
• Manage external counsel relationships and review legal advice.
• Support group functions such as finance, tax, treasury, and shared services on a range of legal issues.
• Ensure timely communication and escalation of key legal matters to senior stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE, ideally with a background in corporate law or in-house legal roles.
• Strong experience in commercial contracts, risk mitigation, and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Experience in the industrial sector and additional language skills are a plus.

About the Company

Join a global leader in roofing and waterproofing solutions, with operations across Europe, Asia, and Africa. With a strong heritage and a forward-thinking approach, the company is committed to innovation, sustainability, and empowering its people to shape the future of the built environment.

Why Join?

• Be part of a purpose-driven organisation transforming the way people live and work.
• Work in a collaborative, values-led culture that celebrates empowerment, innovation, and connection.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model and opportunities for professional growth in a global setting.