Job Overview
Three days Office
No billable Hours, work life balance
As an integral part of our senior management team, the In-House Counsel is tasked with providing expert legal guidance and support to ensure our operations align with all applicable laws and regulations.
This position requires robust understanding of contract negotiation. Our ideal candidate must be a proactive problem solver and strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills and a strong ethical foundation.
In this dynamic role, you will work closely with various departments, external customers, finance, human resources, and the board, providing pragmatic and commercial advice that drive informed business decisions and safeguard our organisational interests.
Essential Skills
Providing legal advice and guidance to the board and other company departments.
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal documents.
Ensuring compliance with legal regulations.
Coordinating with external legal counsel as needed and representing the company on debt collection and other legal matters
Overseeing corporate governance and ensuring adherence to corporate policies.
Working with Compliance Manager to ensure full compliance with GDPR regulations
Desirable Skills
Drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial leases and related documentation
Employment law experience
Experience
3years post qualification experience in the UK ideally in an in-house commercial counsel or similar business -based legal role
Strong background in commercial law or contract law
Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience in a specific industry relevant to the companys operations.
Ability to analyse complex legal issues and provide sound legal advice.
Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
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