Legal Counsel - Commercial
- Recruiter
- Law Absolute Limited
- Location
- London
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 10 Nov 2016
- Closes
- 08 Dec 2016
- Ref
- SB/021140
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts, Intellectual Property, Media / Entertainment
- PQE Level
- 2-4
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
We are currently working with a global communications company, based in Central London, in their search for a Legal Counsel on a 12 month fixed-term contract.
Working in a close-knit legal team, you will build strong relationships with all key stakeholders across the UK business and deal with a broad range of commercial legal matters.
Responsibilities:
- Drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts with their clients, key suppliers, website & general IP arrangements.
- Dealing with a number of data protection, trademark and copyright matters.
- Working closely with the General Counsel & external counsel in implementing a legal training programme for all UK employees.
Ideal Candidate:
- Upwards of 2 years PQE – UK qualified or of a similar jurisdiction
- Broad general commercial experience relating to commercial contracts, IP & data protection
- Ability to work under pressure and multi-task
- Have an active interest in Media/PR/Consumer & Lifestyle
This is a superb opportunity for a bright, all-rounded Commercial Lawyer to join a global communications company and cover a broad range of legal matters. They offer a great working environment and super benefits to match!
At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained.
LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.