Legal Counsel
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Legal
- Location
- England, Berkshire, Bracknell
- Salary
- £70000 - £80000 per annum
- Posted
- 19 Nov 2021
- Closes
- 14 Dec 2021
- Ref
- JN -102021-4500609
- Contact
- Stacey Graham
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Company / Commercial
- PQE Level
- 2-4
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Legal Counsel work within the Global Legal Team and will provide commercially focussed and pragmatic legal support on a broad spectrum of issues to the wider business. They will interact on a daily basis with internal business units and external counterparties. In doing so they will actively contribute to the ongoing success of the business.
Client Details
Well-known retail store.
Description
- A commercial, assertive and diplomatic lawyer who has strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Delivering high quality and commercially pragmatic legal advice to the business.
- Proactively collaborating with colleagues to better protect the business, maximise value and manage risk.
- Leading on the drafting, review and negotiation of commercial agreements including bespoke contracts, licensing and technology agreements and supply chain related agreements.
- Applying a breadth of professional knowledge in a manner which allows achievement of the greatest competitive advantage.
- Managing external legal counsel, ensuring maximum efficiencies of work performed whilst proactively managing the costs incurred.
Profile
- Qualified Solicitor with at least 2-6 years PQE.
- Must have experience in Commercial Contracts
- Broad general commercial experience including advising on IT and GDPR related matters.
- Must be capable of applying a rigorous legal interpretation without compromising the business.
- The successful candidate will be a self-starter, capable of using their initiative and relish working in a fast paced environment.
- Must be a team player with well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Offer
A competitive salary with an added bonus, flexible working and 2pm finish on a Friday!