Reading-Based Legal Counsel — Contracts & Compliance (12-month)

Page Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Generous contributory pension

Private medical cover

4x base salary life insurance

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Page Group is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 12-month contract based in Reading to provide essential legal guidance and risk management support for the business. You will help navigate commercial and operational challenges with practical, actionable advice.

You will draft, review and negotiate contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and work with internal teams to align with legal policies. A professional legal qualification and strong contract experience are required.

Qualifications

• Professional legal qualification and eligibility to practise law.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on a range of commercial and operational matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Support compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks for the business.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with legal policies.
• Provide guidance on dispute resolution and litigation matters.
• Keep up to date with changes in relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in developing and maintaining legal templates and processes.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Professional legal qualification

Job description

Page Group is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 12-month contract based in Reading to provide essential legal guidance and risk management support for the business. You will help navigate commercial and operational challenges with practical, actionable advice.

You will draft, review and negotiate contracts, ensure regulatory compliance, and work with internal teams to align with legal policies. A professional legal qualification and strong contract experience are required.