Position:
Legal Counsel, Commercial
Location:
Cambridgeshire (hybrid working, 2 days a week office based)
Salary guide:
up to £60,000 per annum (plus bonus and comprehensive benefits package)
Role Type:
Permanent | Full-time or Part-time (latter 4 days per week)
Exciting new Commercial Legal Counsel opportunity (on a full-time or part-time basis), to join an established in-house legal team for our client in the Cambridgeshire region.
The Opportunity
As part of a strong and supportive In-House Legal team, you will play a key role in advising on and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts spanning across construction, IT, energy, outsourcing and consultancy agreements. This role is varied and perfect for someone who enjoys handling a broad range of commercial contracts and thrives on collaboration.
The Work:
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts (NEC4, IT, energy, outsourcing, consultancy, and more)
* Advising on contract risk, procurement issues, and regulatory compliance
* Supporting business units with practical legal guidance on day-to-day matters
* Collaborating with the wider legal team to deliver consistent, solution oriented service
* Contributing to the development of internal legal processes and templates
What We're Looking For
We welcome applications from:
* Qualified Solicitors (England & Wales), ideally with a minimum of 2 years experience (will consider recently qualified SQE candidates with good experience), Legal Executives or Barrister.
* Background and experience working on a broad range of commercial agreements ideally with exposure of reviewing, negotiating and drafting the likes of (but not limited to) NDA's, terms of business, supply contracts, construction contracts such as JCT and NEC, IT/SaaS agreements, and procurement.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to partner effectively with non-legal colleagues
* Commercial acumen and the ability to deliver pragmatic, risk-aware legal advice
* Based within commuting distance of Cambridgeshire and open to hybrid working (c.2 days in-office)
What's On Offer
* Base salary up to £60,000 per annum/FTE (either full-time or 4 days a week)
* Annual bonus scheme
* Private medical insurance
* Generous pension
* Flexible benefits, well-being support, and a wide range of retail and lifestyle discounts
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking, value driven organisation in a role that offers flexibility, variety, and a clear sense of purpose. Whether you're an experienced in-house counsel or a newly qualified solicitor looking to build your career with impact, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are interested in the opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on or at
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