Senior Legal Counsel - Commercial/Corporate

Rentokil Initial; Crawley Down; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

23 days + 8 bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in service benefit

Healthcare

Free parking

Competitive salary & bonus scheme

Rewards scheme

Job summary

Rentokil Initial is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our commercial team. You will review, negotiate and draft commercial terms and agreements for business projects, manage your own matter load and support negotiations with customers and suppliers.

The role requires a qualified lawyer in England & Wales with at least five years PQE, strong corporate and commercial contracting expertise, and the ability to train colleagues on legal risks.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in commercial law.
• Strong understanding of corporate/commercial contracting principles.
• Experience with procurement and supplier/customer contracts.

Responsibilities

• Review, negotiate and draft commercial terms and contracts for business projects.
• Support commercial negotiations with customers and suppliers.
• Advise on risks and legal queries with cross-functional guidance.
• Deliver training on legal risks and contract issues to the business.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting contracts

Commercial contracts

Public procurement

Education

Qualified lawyer in England & Wales

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our dedicated team. If you are an experienced commercial lawyer (at least 5 years PQE), this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out the review, negotiation and drafting of commercial terms/contracts, and legal agreements for business projects (including for example framework agreements, procurement tenders, or variations thereof); the role will have its own matter caseload;


• Support the businesses in commercial negotiations in respect of a wide range of customer and supplier contracts;


• Advise on arising issues, risks and commercial queries, with guidance from appropriate functions (insurance and finance) where required;


• Deliver training programmes to the business on legal and contractual risks and issues related to, amongst other things, commercial terms / contracts;


• Update commercial terms / precedents and templates, whilst contributing to processes and improved ways of working;


• Acting as a first point of contact for legal queries for the business; and


• Work with the regional general counsel and / or external counsel on any arising issues.

Requirements:

• Technical legal knowledge and commercial understanding.


• Some knowledge of / familiarity with concepts around construction project insurance, collateral warranties, performance bonds and guarantees and the management of claims.


• A good understanding of general corporate / commercial contracts/legal principles.

Required Competencies:

• Excellent negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills to manage internal stakeholder groups and external client relationships.


• Ability to work independently in an organisation that has a high appetite for risk and operates a fast-paced, high-volume environment.


• Exposure to public procurement.

Formal Education, Qualifications or Training

Essential:

• A qualified lawyer in England & Wales, or any relevant jurisdiction with at least five (5) years PQE.


• Excellent experience and knowledge of general corporate / commercial contracting principles. Legal knowledge and commercial understanding of the industries we work within and public procurement coupled with good commercial legal skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme


• Hybrid working


• Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme


• 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Death in service benefit


• Healthcare


• Free parking

At Rentokil Initial, our customers and colleagues represent diverse backgrounds and experiences. We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer, actively encouraging applications from individuals from all walks of life. Our belief is that everyone irrespective of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disabilities, religion, or beliefs, has the potential to thrive and contribute.

We embrace the differences that make each of our colleagues unique, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel a sense of belonging. To ensure that your journey with us is accessible if you have any individual requirements we invite you to communicate any specific needs or preferences you may have during any stage of the recruitment process. Our team is available to support you; feel free to reach out to ([e-mail]) if you need anything