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Junior Legal Counsel (In House), Warrington, Cheshire
Client: ConnexAI
Location: Warrington, Cheshire
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views:
4
Posted:
26.08.2025
Expiry Date:
10.10.2025
Job Description:
Reporting to the General Counsel, the Junior Legal Counsel will provide legal support across the business, focusing on contract review, compliance, litigation support, and legal research. Responsibilities include maintaining legal records, preparing documentation, liaising with external counsel, and assisting with regulatory and risk management matters. This role offers scope for professional growth in a fast-paced technology environment.
Core Responsibilities & Duties:
* Act as the primary in-house lead on litigation matters, including contract disputes, investigations, and reputational issues.
* Manage external advisors, including selection, instruction, fee negotiation, and strategy oversight.
* Draft, review, and advise on pleadings, witness statements, settlement agreements, and litigation documents.
* Attend court hearings and prepare for hearings.
* Work with management and stakeholders to prevent and resolve disputes.
* Support the General Counsel on high-value disputes, including reporting and risk assessments.
* Contribute to policies, compliance, and training to reduce litigation risk.
Experience:
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 4–6 years PQE in commercial litigation, ideally in private practice or in-house.
* Ability to handle disputes independently, including High Court litigation and arbitration.
* Strategic thinker with confidence advising senior management.
* Good judgment, decision-making, and autonomy under pressure.
* Commercial awareness aligning litigation with business goals.
* Leadership qualities, mentoring juniors, and representing the General Counsel as needed.
Personal Attributes:
* Strong work ethic and high-quality output.
* Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.
* Integrity and discretion handling sensitive information.
* Adaptable, eager to learn, receptive to feedback.
* Team player, collaborative, trustworthy.
What We Offer:
* Opportunity to grow your legal career in a fast-growing tech company.
* Exposure to diverse legal disciplines.
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