Senior Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 89,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide end-to-end legal support, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, and manage stakeholder relationships. Candidates should possess 8-10 years PQE in England & Wales and experience in commercial settings. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £105,000 plus bonuses and benefits, along with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

20% bonus

Car allowance

Generous pension scheme

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Solicitor or equivalent with around 8‑10 years PQE in England & Wales.
• Skilled in commercial contracts drafting and negotiation.
• Experienced from private practice and in-house.

Responsibilities

• Providing end-to-end legal support to other departments.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Supporting with corporate governance.

Skills

Commercial contracts drafting and negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

Solicitor or equivalent, 8-10 years PQE in England & Wales

Job description

• Global engineering leader with sustainability at its core
• Hybrid UK role with market-leading benefits

About Our Client

The client is a global leader in engineering and industrial automation with a legacy of innovation and a strong focus on sustainability. As an award‑winning employer in the UK, they're regularly certified as a Top Employer for their exceptional people‑centred HR and diversity practices. They invest in career growth, flexible benefits, and integrity‑driven culture, underpinned by values like courage, care, curiosity, and collaboration.

Job Description

The Senior Legal Counsel will be:

• Providing end-to-end legal support to other departments and teams within the unit.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements (largely sales, procurement).
• Supporting with corporate governance.
• Managing relationships with core stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

The Senior Legal Counsel should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with around 8‑10 years PQE in England & Wales.
• Skilled in commercial contracts drafting and negotiation.
• Experienced from private practice and in-house.
• Experienced in industrial, engineering, or tech environments (desirable).
• A proactive business partner with strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Committed to integrity and adept at working in diverse, complex international settings.

What's on Offer

This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary of up to £105,000 per annum (dependent on PQE) as well as 20% bonus, car allowance, generous pension scheme, holiday allowance and more.

They also offer flexible hybrid working and the chance to develop within a growing team and a global organisation.