Assistant Legal Counsel

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Legal Counsel to join a large global manufacturing company.  

The Role:

Working within a small team and reporting into the Legal Director & UK Group Secretary, you will be responsible for;

• Advising the business on a range of legal issues focusing on company commercial.
• Drafting, negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial contracts, including; supply and outsourcing agreements, terms and conditions, sponsorship agreements, licensing agreements, NDA's and distribution agreements
• Supporting the business on additional legal work, including; contract, property, litigation, advertising, data protection, product liability and intellectual property
• Assisting with company secretarial duties.
• Managing and liaising with external advisers

Key Requirements:

• UK Qualified lawyer working in Private practice or In-House.
• Ideally NQ-3 years PQE, but all candidates will be considered.
• Good exposure to commercial contract and corporate law.
• Proficient at drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships.
• Ability to organise workload, and be self-motivated to ensure deadlines are achieved

Package:

• The salary is up to £45,000
• Attractive benefits package

Apply:

If you are interested in this Assistant Legal Counsel position, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to  jacqui.douglas@mckenziedouglas.co.uk . If the role isn’t right for you but you are interested in hearing about similar positions or some advice regarding the market, then please do get in touch on 01539 446666.

*All candidates will be considered on merit

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