Senior Legal Counsel

Michael Page Legal; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer brand in Milton Keynes is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice and guidance. The ideal candidate will have a law degree, solicitor or barrister qualification in England and Wales, and proven experience in the consumer sector. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a bonus and company car scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Company car scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in handling legal matters within the consumer sector.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial contracts, agreements, and transactions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes, liaising with external counsel.
• Draft and review legal documentation to safeguard the organisation's interests.
• Support the business in risk management and mitigation strategies.

Skills

Commercial law knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in law

Qualification as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales

Job description

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to support key business operations within the consumer and manufacturing sector. This role in requires a strategic thinker capable of managing complex legal matters with efficiency and precision.

Client Details

The hiring organisation is one of the world's best known consumer brands with a fantastic reputation. They are renowned for delivering high-quality products and services while upholding strong legal and regulatory compliance.

Description

• Offer legal advice on commercial contracts, agreements, and transactions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and corporate governance requirements.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes, liaising with external counsel when necessary.
• Draft and review legal documentation, safeguarding the organisation's interests.
• Support the business in risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with internal departments to provide proactive legal solutions.
• Stay updated on legal trends and changes relevant to the industrial and manufacturing sector.
• Provide training and guidance to internal teams on legal and compliance matters.

Profile

A successful Senior Legal Counsel should have:

• A degree in law and qualification as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales.
• Proven experience in handling legal matters within the consumer sector.
• Strong knowledge of commercial law and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a clear and accessible manner.
• Experience in managing multiple stakeholders and priorities effectively.

Job Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package that includes bonus and company car scheme.