Job Description
Senior Legal Counsel - Maternity Cover
Location: Warwickshire (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Fixed-Term (12 months)
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join a well-established in-house legal team on a maternity cover contract. This is a key position providing legal support across a range of corporate, commercial, and governance matters.
The Role:
Reporting to the Group General Counsel, you will play a hands-on role advising on corporate transactions and day-to-day legal matters affecting the business. The role offers a broad mix of responsibilities, including drafting and negotiating legal documents, advising on corporate governance, and supporting wider business operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting and negotiating corporate and commercial agreements.
* Providing legal advice on governance, compliance, and general business matters.
* Managing external legal counsel on specialist projects where required.
* Supporting the legal aspects of business projects and transactions.
* Supervising and supporting junior legal team members.
The ideal candidate will:
1. Be a qualified solicitor with 5-8 years' PQE (private practice and/or in-house).
2. Have strong experience in cor...