Legal Counsel - Manager Level

TN United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy firm as a Commercial Lawyer in a dynamic team that plays a crucial role in supporting business operations. This position offers the opportunity to engage with various stakeholders, manage legal processes, and ensure favorable terms in negotiations. With a focus on collaboration and effective task management, you will contribute to the firm's success while developing your skills in a fast-paced environment. If you are a qualified lawyer with a passion for commercial law and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years PQE in a legal environment.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.

Responsibilities

• Handle a wide range of commercial matters and queries.
• Draft software licenses and support deal teams.

Skills

Drafting Skills

Negotiating Skills

Time Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Lawyer - KPMG UK

Base Location: London, Reading, or other KPMG UK office (20 offices nationwide)

The KPMG OGC Commercial team plays a vital role in supporting our UK business. Part of KPMG Business Services (KBS), we undertake work that truly matters.

Within KBS, we are part of a community of experts involved in critical activities that help grow, operate, and safeguard KPMG in the UK. Our areas include HR and Learning, Finance, Procurement, Facilities, Business Support, Risk, Legal, Corporate Affairs, and Sales and Marketing. Our focus is on enhancing the firm's performance through diligence and expertise.

KPMG is one of the world's leading and most respected consultancy firms. We have supported the UK through prosperous times and challenges alike, standing alongside key institutions and businesses that shape the UK.

We are seeking a lawyer with at least 2 years PQE to join our busy OGC Commercial team at the manager level. The team reviews and negotiates various documents between KPMG and its clients or third parties.

The work often involves tight deadlines and clients with legal and procurement teams focused on securing favorable terms. Strong drafting and negotiating skills are essential, along with pragmatism and effective task management. Collaboration with stakeholders such as data protection, information security, pursuits, and Risk teams is also important.

What will you be doing?

• Handling a wide range of matters, including processes for approving KPMG’s new services and products
• Assisting with general commercial queries
• Drafting software licenses
• Supporting deal teams and providing contract support for engagement teams
• Negotiating and drafting framework and master services agreements alongside client lead partners and specialists

What will you need to do it?

• A qualified lawyer with at least 2 years PQE
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills
• Pragmatism, common sense, and good time management
• Experience in a professional services environment is advantageous
• Ability to manage workload while adhering to KPMG’s training and administrative standards

Skills we’d love to see:

• Excellent organizational and time management skills; capable of working effectively in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills; confident working with stakeholders at all levels
• Collaborative mindset and a willingness to learn

To discuss this role or other KBS opportunities, simply apply, create a profile, upload your CV, and start your journey with KPMG.

Within KBS, we have various divisions and specialisms. Click the links below to learn more:

• Inclusivity and KPMG:
• KPMG Workability and Disability Confidence:

For additional support during your application process, please click the links provided.