Legal Counsel
- Recruiter
- Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
- Location
- England, London
- Salary
- £600.0 - £800.0 per annum + £600-£800 PAYE
- Posted
- 06 Jan 2025
- Closes
- 03 Feb 2025
- Ref
- 4644725
- Contact
- Jonathan Chalk
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts
- Contract Type
- Temporary
- Hours
- Full Time
Position Overview:
Join a global telecommunications company in a growth phase on an interim 3-month contract, with the likelihood of extension. This role in the commercial legal team supports transactions across the UK and Europe and contributes to cross-functional projects. Responsibilities include handling RFPs, negotiating customer contracts, and managing in-life contracts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Negotiate sales agreements with minimal supervision.
- Manage multiple complex transactions and close deals.
- Support new business initiatives and product launches.
- Collaborate with other departments to close transactions.
- Provide legal support for HR, real estate, procurement, IP, and data protection.
- Liaise with external legal counsel.
- Promote best practices and update standard templates.
- Train business/sales teams on legal issues.
- Conduct legal research and draft opinions.
Skills, Qualifications, and Strengths:
- Qualified lawyer in England & Wales, ideally 5 years PQE.
- Experience in telecommunications and multinational organisations.
- Strong drafting skills and contract law knowledge.
- Creative and strategic thinker.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Familiarity with various cultures and legal systems.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV,