Job Description
Legal Counsel (1–4 PQE) / In house commercial solicitor - Permanent role.
South Yorkshire | Global remit | Award-Winning International Group
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel to join the UK legal team of a highly successful, award-winning international engineering group operating across 60+ jurisdictions worldwide.
This is a broad, business-facing role offering genuine exposure across commercial, corporate and compliance matters within a dynamic global organisation. Reporting to the Global Head of Legal, you’ll provide commercially focused, practical legal advice aligned with strategic business objectives.
The Role
You will be responsible for:
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts (supply, distribution, procurement, development agreements, NDAs and bespoke arrangements)
* Supporting corporate governance processes and maintaining key legal documentation
* Advising on compliance, GDPR and risk frameworks across multiple jurisdictions
* Assisting with M&A activity including due diligence and transaction documentation
* Handling commercial property matters including leases, licences and development documentation
* Supporting dispute resolution from early assessment through to litigation readiness
* Liaising with and managing external counsel where required
* Providing day-to-day legal support to stakeholders across the business
This is a hands-on role with real breadth and visibility, ideal for a solicitor who enjoys variety and working closely with operational teams.
About You
* Qualified solicitor with approximately 1–4 years’ PQE
* Strong grounding in commercial and corporate law
* Confident drafting and negotiating complex agreements
* Commercially minded with the ability to deliver pragmatic advice
* Comfortable managing multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
* Collaborative, proactive and solutions-focused
Experience in commercial property, M&A or multi-jurisdictional work would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why Apply?
* Join a global, market-leading and award-winning organisation
* Broad exposure across varied legal disciplines
* Significant stakeholder engagement and business impact
* Supportive legal team environment
* Competitive salary and attractive benefits package
For a confidential discussion, please contact me directly or message to learn more.