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Senior Legal Counsel

LADbible Group

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in digital media seeks a Senior Legal Counsel for a 12-month maternity cover in Manchester. The successful candidate will oversee corporate governance, compliance, and negotiate contracts while working closely with a supportive legal team. A strong background and communication skills in legal matters are essential for this dynamic position.

Qualifications

6–8 years’ PQE in corporate/commercial law.
Strong experience in private practice is essential.
Experience in media or digital sectors is a big plus.

Responsibilities

Overseeing corporate governance framework.
Managing compliance policies and procedures.
Reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Drafting

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Qualified solicitor

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Founded in 2012, LADbible Group is redefining entertainment and news for a social generation. Our global community engages with our content–spanning editorial, video, documentary and live – we reach 1 billion people each and every month. Our mission is to give the youth generation a voice by building communities that laugh, think and act. Using all major platforms, we’ve rapidly risen to become one of the world's largest publishers.

(12-Month FTC – Maternity Cover, starting September)

LADbible Group is on the lookout for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our amazing Legal team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is a unique opportunity to work in a small, supportive team where no two days are the same, offering a broad mix of corporate, commercial, and compliance work across one of the world’s most engaged digital brands.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll be advising on a wide range of legal matters across the business, including:

Overseeing our corporate governance framework (e.g. board approvals)
Managing company compliance policies and procedures (anti-bribery, ESG)
Reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts
Protecting LADbible Group’s brand, content and IP
Advising on data protection and privacy matters (UK & international)
Supporting on regulatory risk and company secretarial filings
Managing global company registers and corporate structuring
Assisting the General Counsel on ad hoc legal projects, including M&A

What we’re looking for:

Qualified solicitor with 6–8 years’ PQE and a valid practising certificate
Strong background in corporate/commercial law (private practice experience essential)
Excellent communicator with great stakeholder management skills
A clear, concise drafter with sharp attention to detail
Strong multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment
Experience in media, digital, or e-commerce sectors is a big plus!

At LADbible Group we've rolled out blended working which means the majority of departments across the business (including London, Manchester and International offices) work in the office 3 days per week.

LADbible Group is an equal opportunities employer. We are determined to create a diverse group at all levels of our company and we welcome all members of the community to apply for openings with us. As the leading social youth publisher, we have a powerful global platform to better represent our audience and enable those that do not have equal opportunities to have their voices heard. As a business, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, in an environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
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Job function

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