Legal Counsel - UK Based (Hybrid / Remote) - up to £80,000

Bond Williams; City Of London; Remote; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support international operations across multiple regions. The ideal candidate has 3-6 years in commercial or corporate law, with strong skills in M&A activity. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts, advising on corporate governance, and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. The role offers the opportunity for remote or hybrid work and a competitive salary up to £80,000.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years' experience in commercial, corporate, or M&A practice.
• Proven experience with international contracts.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Support M&A activity including due diligence and negotiations.
• Advise on corporate governance and compliance matters.

Skills

Commercial contract drafting

M&A activity

Corporate governance

Cross-border legal issues

Fluency in English

Spanish language

Education

Law degree

Job description

Legal Counsel - UK-Based (Remote / Hybrid) - up to £80,000

Our client is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to support their growing international operations across the UK, US, South Africa, and India. This role focuses on commercial contracts, corporate law, and M&A activity, partnering closely with senior leadership to support strategic transactions and ongoing legal matters across multiple global regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements with clients, partners, and vendors
• Support M&A activity including due diligence, deal structuring, negotiations, and post-integration
• Advise on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory obligations across multiple jurisdictions
• Provide legal guidance on risk, contract strategy, and business decision-making
• Support data protection and privacy compliance (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), including data processing agreements and cross-border data transfers

What we're looking for

• Law degree and 3-6 years' experience in commercial, corporate, or M&A practice
• Proven experience working with international contracts and cross-border legal issues
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and commercial negotiations
• Background in tech-enabled or high-growth environments is highly beneficial

Fluent in English; Spanish is a plus