Legal Director - In-house Solicitor

Page Personnel; Manchester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing independent retailer in Manchester is looking for a Legal Director - In-house Solicitor to lead its legal strategy. The role involves overseeing commercial contracts, supporting litigation, ensuring GDPR compliance, and advising on intellectual property. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years PQE in commercial law and experience managing legal functions. This is an on-site role, encouraging local candidates to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Solicitor with 2+ years' experience in commercial law and dispute resolution.
• Experience managing in-house legal functions.
• Proficient in GDPR and data protection compliance.
• Skilled in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts.
• Able to communicate complex legal issues to non-legal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial contracts.
• Support litigation and dispute resolution processes.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations.
• Advise on intellectual property and brand protection.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on legal strategy and risk management.

Skills

Commercial law

Dispute resolution

GDPR compliance

Negotiating commercial contracts

Communication skills

Education

Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE

Job description

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Legal Director - In-house Solicitor, Manchester

Client:

Page Personnel

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Job Description:

• Lead legal strategy for a fast-growing retail brand
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

About Our Client

Our client is a large and growing UK independent retailer with over 220 locations nationally. They recently celebrated their 30th birthday and had a record-breaking revenue year in 2024. They are seeking a talented, entrepreneurial legal director to join their team and support continued growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial contracts
• Support litigation and dispute resolution processes
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulations
• Advise on intellectual property and brand protection
• Collaborate with senior leadership on legal strategy and risk management

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate:

• Is a solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in commercial law and dispute resolution
• Has experience managing in-house legal functions
• Is proficient in GDPR and data protection compliance
• Is skilled in negotiating and drafting commercial contracts
• Can communicate complex legal issues effectively to non-legal stakeholders

Experience in retail or a similar industry is preferred. This is an on-site role in Manchester, so local candidates are encouraged to apply.