Head of Legal (UK & Ireland)

Location
England, Greater Manchester, Manchester
Salary
£60000 - £70000 per annum + bonus
Posted
09 Mar 2023
Closes
06 Apr 2023
Ref
50904363/001
Contact
Ciaran O'Neill
Job Title
In House Counsel
Practice Area
Company / Commercial
PQE Level
2-4
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

This is an opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join an innovative International Marketing & Sales company in the North-West and play an integral part in their legal function as their UK Head of Legal.

 

The business has been established for over 25 years and offer specialist marketing services to globally recognised brands.

This is a newly created role offering the chance to have an impact from the first day in what is a fast paced and agile business.

About the role:

  • Review customer contracts and assess the legal, commercial and operational risks to the business
  • Drafting new contracts, letters of intent etc
  • Liaise with US legal team ensuring consistency in process
  • Future opportunities to be directly involved in contract negotiation
  • Amending contracts in line with relevant changes in legislation

About you:

  • Commercial Solicitor between 2-5 Years PQE
  • Previous In-House experience would be advantageous but not a prerequisite
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to communicate articulately whilst adopting a flexible and consultative approach

On offer:

  • Competitive basic salary of up to £65,000
  • Bonus scheme paying out up to £10,000
  • Hybrid working with the opportunity to work on a fully remote basis

 

 

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates