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10.08.2025

A leading global motor vehicle manufacturer is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel for a 3-month, 40hr/week, fully remote engagement focused on providing comprehensive legal support across a range of commercial and corporate law matters within the European Market.

The position involves advising on co-operation agreements (particularly for vehicles and parts), transactional and restructuring projects, multi-jurisdictional European corporate governance, real estate contracts, and international transactions. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in these areas, coupled with strong business understanding, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a proactive, solution-driven mindset.

This role is targeted at legal professionals with at least 5-7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably gained within an in-house corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.

Title: Corporate and Commercial Counsel - UK (Secondment)

Experience: 5+ Years

Location: Remote (United Kingdom)

Hourly Pay Rate: $90 - $110 / hour

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Providing dedicated legal support for various co-operation agreements, specifically concerning vehicles and vehicle parts.
• Advising the company on significant transactions and restructuring projects, which includes drafting and skillfully negotiating the relevant contracts.
• Coordinating corporate law matters across other European countries, particularly concerning shareholder resolutions, often with the support of external local lawyers.
• Supporting our real estate department by meticulously reviewing and negotiating contracts (such as rental agreements and property purchase agreements), as well as providing legal input in day-to-day real estate business.
• Operating as part of an international transaction team and actively working on cross-border transactions.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Relevant professional experience of at least 5 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
• A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
• High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
• The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.

EXPERIENCE:

• Relevant professional experience of at least 5-7 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
• A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
• High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
• An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
• The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.

EDUCATION & LICENSING:

• Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales, or an equivalent legal qualification enabling practice in the UK.
• Current SRA Practicing Certificate or equivalent non-UK approval to practice as a lawyer
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent law degree.