Senior Legal Counsel- Interim- 12 Months- In House

Unusual opportunity to join a high growth international market leading consumer organisation on an initial 12 month contract. We are looking for a lawyer in the 6-10 pqe bracket interested in pursuing a rewarding and varied in house legal role.

You will work directly with a highly experienced General Counsel on a wide range of commercial matters across an international organisation.

You will manage a range of commercial contracts and legal queries across the business. You will have direct contact with the managers of busy consumer outlets who may need advice from pre-litigation matters and general ad hoc queries through to Head office Contract drafting, negotiation and management.

We are looking for a lawyer who has the grounding and experience to advise within a fast moving and constantly changing dynamic commercial environment.

This is a hands on role where you will be as much a commercial adviser as a lawyer.

You will receive support from a small experienced team and the flexibility to work from home.

There is the potential for this role to become permanent but at this stage the role is offered on a fixed term basis.

You will need to be a UK based Qualified Solicitor with an interest in working in house. You are likely to have from 6+ years qualified experience. 

On offer is a generous salary and exceptional opportunity to grow your career in an unusual setting.

To be considered it is likely you will be available to start a new role within 4-6 weeks to fit in with the organisations objectives.

Having a base in the South West of England would be an advantage.

French Language skills would be a bonus.