General Counsel & Company Secretary

General Counsel & Company Secretary - part time (3 or 4 days a week)
A leading biotechnology company based in Surrey is seeking a General Counsel & Company Secretary to join the business as their first legal hire. This role will be on a part time basis of either 3 or 4 days a week.
My client is seeking a confident candidate with great communication skills and a grounded approach.
Responsibilities include:
*Providing legal support in commercial contracts, IP and patent matters, employment, corporate and M&A
*Instructing and managing external counsel
*Supporting the running of the board, acting as gate-keeper for agendas, minutes and document management
*Taking the lead on AIM listing compliance and other elements of the compliance agenda as required

The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 10 years PQE*. You will have extensive experience dealing with commercial & corporate matters. Experience of working in a listed environment, specifically working with a listed board is highly desirable.

* The experience mentioned is only a guide. Anyone with the necessary skills to succeed may apply.

For further information please contact Charlotte Eley on

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