Legal Director - Commercial, IP & Contracts (Lincoln)

Birketts LLP; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services firm is seeking a Legal Director to join their Manchester team, focusing on commercial contracts, IP management, and legal support. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role within hi-tech manufacturing, possess strong contract negotiation skills, and be adept in analytical detail. The role requires regular site attendance in Lincoln, offering the opportunity to influence key client relationships in social infrastructure and utilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in a similar commercial/legal role within hi-tech production or manufacturing.
• Strong experience in contract management and negotiation.
• Excellent analytical skills with attention to contractual detail.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, draft, negotiate, and implement various commercial and legal documents.
• Oversee patents and trademarks applications and maintenance.
• Contribute to formulation of commercial procedures and policies.

Skills

Contract management and negotiation

Analytical skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Business judgement

Education

Degree-level business or legal qualification

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Epicor)

Job description

A leading legal services firm is seeking a Legal Director to join their Manchester team, focusing on commercial contracts, IP management, and legal support. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of experience in a similar role within hi-tech manufacturing, possess strong contract negotiation skills, and be adept in analytical detail. The role requires regular site attendance in Lincoln, offering the opportunity to influence key client relationships in social infrastructure and utilities.