In-House Legal Counsel - Yorkshire Are you a commercially minded solicitor looking to take the next step in your in-house legal career? We are working in partnership with a well-known retail brand, offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a Commercial Lawyer to join a dynamic legal team at the heart of a thriving business. This is an ideal role for a legally qualified professional seeking variety, responsibility, and progression within a supportive and forward-thinking in-house environment. The Opportunity This UK-based organisation is a well known name in the retail and consumer sector, known for its innovation, customer focus, and commercial agility. As the business continues to evolve, the legal team plays a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance, supporting commercial initiatives, and driving governance excellence. This is your chance to join a respected legal function that sits at the centre of strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities As an In-House Commercial Lawyer, your day-to-day work will be varied and high-impact. You will:
* Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial, contract, and retail trading matters.
* Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across Buying, Finance, Procurement, and Operations.
* Support the business on regulatory compliance matters, including consumer law and FCA obligations.
* Identify and mitigate legal risk across the company's operations and product offerings.
* Advise on dispute resolution, trading terms, and customer rights.
* Deliver tailored legal training to non-legal stakeholders to upskill teams and embed best practice.
* Contribute to corporate governance projects, policy development, and strategic legal initiatives.
About You We're looking for a pragmatic, business-focused solicitor who can blend legal rigour with commercial awareness. The ideal candidate will have:
* UK legal qualification, Solicitor or equivalent. (you'll probably need at least a couple of years post qualification to have the skill needed).
* Strong grounding in commercial contracts and trading law.
* Understanding of retail, consumer protection, and UK regulatory frameworks.
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
* A proactive, solutions-led approach with an ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Experience with consumer credit or financial services is an advantage, but not essential.
What's in It for You?
* A strategic in-house legal role within a major retail group.
* Broad scope of work across diverse commercial areas.
* Clear path for career development within a growing legal function.
* Hybrid working model with excellent work-life balance.
* Competitive remuneration, benefits, and ongoing professional development.
Apply Now If you're a commercial solicitor looking to make a meaningful contribution to a fast-moving, commercially ambitious organisation, this could be your ideal next move. Apply today to take the next step in your in-house legal career. BCL Legal is a specialist legal recruiter. We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.