Legal Counsel

Recruiter
SSQ
Location
England, London
Salary
Negotiable
Posted
20 May 2019
Closes
17 Jun 2019
Ref
CS 56879
Contact
Christen Savage
Job Title
In House Counsel
Practice Area
Employment, Pharmaceuticals
PQE Level
10+, 8-10
Contract Type
Contract
Hours
Full Time

A multinational pharmaceutical company is looking for a senior Legal Counsel to join them for an 18-month maternity cover. This is a full-time In-House Counsel position based in London.

Responsibilities of your new role

Joining a reputable in-house team, your role as Legal Counsel will cover two main areas:

  • Overseeing local Counsel in various European jurisdictions, assisting on all escalated matters and liaising with stakeholders within the local teams.
  • Working with the executive level on complex and confidential matters, including restructurings, hiring etc.

Candidate requirements

The business looks to hear from Legal Counsel applicants who demonstrate:

  • Around 8+ years of PQE
  • Experience working with all levels, but particularly with senior (C-Suite) stakeholders
  • Confidence dealing with delicate situations
  • Pharmaceutical experience is not necessary
  • Experience with a multinational corporation is ideal, but individuals from private practice who have a significant secondment in such a corporation will also be considered

Apply now

Please apply today if you would like to be considered for this excellent Legal Counsel opportunity in London.