Strategic General Counsel & Company Secretary

Churchill Living (Developments) PLC; Moortown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development firm in the UK seeks a General Counsel and Company Secretary to provide commercial legal advice and develop legal strategy. The ideal candidate will have 5 years PQE, experience in the housebuilding sector, and strong skills in corporate governance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, with a focus on ethical standards and effective legal leadership.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company Car or Car Allowance

Annual bonus + reward schemes

29 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Day off on your birthday

Private Medical for you and your family

Group Personal Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Colleague wellbeing programmes

Qualifications

• Expertise in housebuilding or property sectors.
• Proven experience in in-house legal roles.
• Ability to balance governance with commercial needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to Executive Directors.
• Develop and implement Company Legal strategy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations.

Skills

Commercial legal advice

Corporate governance

Team leadership

Education

Qualified solicitor with 5 years PQE

Chartered Secretary qualification (ICSA)

Job description

A leading property development firm in the UK seeks a General Counsel and Company Secretary to provide commercial legal advice and develop legal strategy. The ideal candidate will have 5 years PQE, experience in the housebuilding sector, and strong skills in corporate governance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered, with a focus on ethical standards and effective legal leadership.