Partner / Legal Director – Commercial Travel & Regulatory - London
Senior Commercial Solicitor - Travel Industry - An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Director / Partner to join a well-established and reputable law firm’s Travel & Regulatory team. This role offers the opportunity for a talented transactional lawyer to provide high-quality legal advice to a diverse client base within the travel and leisure sector, including companies offering international and UK holidays, the cruise and ferry industry, hotel owners, and industry bodies.
Overview
Title: Legal Director / Partner
Location: London
Salary: Dependant on Experience and/or following
Experience Commercial drafting for clients within travel industry.
Key Responsibilities:
* Advising clients on commercial travel law, including regulatory compliance, booking terms and conditions, website compliance, and consumer protection and drafting commercial agreements.
* Playing a key role in business development, fostering relationships with new and existing clients.
* Being directly involved in the growth of this offering as the team expands - this role is set against the backdrop of further development of this practice area.
Candidate Requirements:
* Qualified Solicitor with experience in travel law (private practice or in-house).
* Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
* A commercial mindset with the ability to develop business and expand client relationships.
* Knowledge of Package Travel Regulations, the Montreal Convention, and the Athens Convention is advantageous.
This is a burgeoning team at a large global firm. The successful applicant will work alongside the partnership board as the team develops and there is a real opportunity to play a pivotal role in the department's growth strategy.
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