Senior Legal Counsel

JR United Kingdom; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation mondiale leader dans le secteur automobile recherche un avocat d'entreprise pour soutenir ses opérations au Royaume-Uni. Le poste implique la rédaction de contrats, des conseils de conformité et la gestion des risques juridiques, tout en collaborant avec les parties prenantes internes et externes. Les candidats doivent être des solicitors qualifiés avec 7 à 10 ans d'expérience dans des secteurs pertinents.

Benefits

Culture collaborative et axée sur les valeurs

Opportunités de développement professionnel

Impact significatif dans une entreprise dynamique

Qualifications

• Expérience de 7 à 10 ans en tant que solicitor.
• Expérience dans les services financiers, l'automobile ou la gestion de flotte est préférée.
• Connaissance de la confidentialité des données, de la PI et des licences est un plus.

Responsibilities

• Fournir un soutien juridique dans toutes les activités de l'entreprise au Royaume-Uni.
• Rédiger et négocier des contrats commerciaux avec des clients, des fournisseurs et des partenaires.
• Conseiller sur les risques juridiques et la conformité, y compris la confidentialité des données et la gouvernance d'entreprise.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Business Acumen

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Company: Automotive Sector/Fleet Management

Reports to: Regional General Counsel, Europe

About the Company

A global leader in the automotive sector, this organisation has been delivering innovative fleet management and vehicle funding solutions for over a century. With a strong presence across North America, the UK, and Europe, the company is committed to doing the right thing for its people, customers, and communities. The UK operations are based in Birmingham and Chippenham, serving clients nationwide.

The Role

This is a key legal role supporting the UK business. The Legal Counsel will work closely with senior leadership to provide strategic legal advice, manage risk, and support business growth. The role involves drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, advising on compliance and regulatory matters, and overseeing legal operations in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across all areas of the UK business
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts with customers, suppliers, and partners
• Advise on legal risk and compliance, including data privacy and corporate governance
• Support enterprise risk management and legal compliance initiatives
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel
• Deliver legal training and raise awareness of legal issues across the business
• Supervise and develop a UK-based contracts paralegal
• Assist the Regional General Counsel on European legal matters as needed

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 7–10 years PQE
• Experience in financial services, automotive, or fleet management sectors preferred
• Strong background in commercial contracts, compliance, and transactional work
• Knowledge of data privacy, IP, and licensing is a plus
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and a collaborative mindset
• Comfortable working independently and influencing at all levels

What’s on Offer

• A collaborative and values-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional development and growth
• A chance to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, evolving business