Legal jobs in United Kingdom

We are seeking a skilled Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice and support within the industrial and manufacturing sector. This permanent role based in Bristol involves managing legal risk and ensuring compliance across various business functions.

This opportunity is with a well-established, large organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector. The company operates with a strong focus on delivering excellence through innovation and compliance, making it a leader in its field.

• Provide legal support and advice to bid, commercial and procurement teams
• Drafting and advising on complex commercial contracts and matters arising from the same, including potential and actual disputes
• Advising on and supporting the development of internal business processes as well as supporting the implementation of and monitoring adherence to compliance programmes
• Legal reporting in accordance with internal governance requirements
• Creating, maintaining and updating template legal documents, taking into account changes in business, legislative and regulatory requirements
• Provide support and advice to internal customers on contract negotiation, management and dispute resolution
• Deliver training to our bid, commercial and procurement colleagues

A successful Legal Counsel should have:

• A recognised qualification to practise law in the UK
• 2-3 years PQE either from either private practice or in-house.
• Experience handling legal matters within the industrial, manufacturing or defence sector
• Strong expertise in commercial law and contract negotiation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

• This is a permanent position offering a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working is available.
• Excellent progression prospects.