Legal Counsel (NQ - 2/3 PQE)

Arbuthnot Yon Ltd; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Arbuthnot Yon is recruiting a Legal Counsel (NQ - 2/3 PQE) to join its Derby-based in-house legal team. The role focuses on commercial contracts and provides visibility across the organisation with direct interaction with senior stakeholders.

The position offers exposure to governance, regulatory matters, procurement, employment support and disputes, making it ideal for a commercial lawyer seeking an early in-house career move and strong commercial judgement.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified, NQ – 3 PQE
• Commercially minded with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Draft and review commercial contracts with a focus on governance, procurement and employment matters.
• Provide visibility across the organisation and interact with senior stakeholders.
• Exposure to corporate projects, governance, regulatory matters and disputes.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Education

England & Wales qualified

NQ – 3 PQE

Job description

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jobs Verified: 4 Jun 2026 Derby, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

Legal Counsel (NQ - 2/3 PQE)

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Organising Institution / Firm

Arbuthnot Yon

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Derby, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid - 2 days in office)

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England & Wales qualified, NQ – 3 PQE, commercially minded with strong communication skills

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Full Opportunity Brief

Title: Legal Counsel (NQ - 2/3 PQE)
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Arbuthnot Yon
Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom (Hybrid - 2 days in office)
Eligibility: England & Wales qualified, NQ – 3 PQE, commercially minded with strong communication skills
Fees: None
Deadline: Not specified
Description: Arbuthnot Yon is recruiting a Legal Counsel (NQ - 3 PQE) to join a lean and supportive in-house legal team in Derby. The role primarily focuses on commercial contracts, providing excellent visibility across the organisation and direct interaction with senior stakeholders. Additionally, the position offers exposure to corporate projects, governance, regulatory matters, procurement, employment support, and disputes. This role is highly suited for a commercial lawyer looking to make an early career move in-house and build strong commercial judgement.