Job Overview
Our client, a well known manufacturing business in the region, is looking to appoint a Legal and Compliance Officer to join their family‑run business. This position offers a unique opportunity to act as the key legal contact within the organisation – managing contracts, advising stakeholders, and ensuring that compliance standards are consistently met across all business areas.
Responsibilities
* Take ownership of contract review and negotiation processes, balancing legal risk with commercial objectives while supporting internal teams with clear, pragmatic advice.
* Maintain and update standard contract templates, legal registers, and compliance documentation.
* Support the business with GDPR compliance, including data protection training and policy management.
* Review, draft, and negotiate a range of commercial contracts and legal agreements, including NDAs and supplier terms.
* Conduct legal research and risk assessments to ensure all company contracts align with internal contracting principles and best practice.
* Provide clear, actionable advice to management and operational teams on contractual, compliance, and regulatory matters.
* Manage the end‑to‑end contract lifecycle – from initial review to final execution – ensuring all stakeholders are kept informed.
* Assist with company‑wide compliance initiatives, including anti‑bribery, corporate governance, and regulatory reporting.
* Coordinate and minute contract review meetings, prepare reports, and oversee administrative and filing processes.
Qualifications
* Degree in Law, Legal Studies, or equivalent qualification (essential).
* Demonstrable experience in contract law, commercial agreements, and intellectual property within a corporate or in‑house environment.
* Strong negotiation skills with the ability to identify and manage risk effectively.
* Exceptional attention to detail and organisational ability, capable of managing multiple matters simultaneously.
* Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across all business levels.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident using digital tools for document management and reporting.
* Self‑motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently while supporting cross‑functional teams.
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