Legal Counsel – PenCarrie
Location: Willand, South West England, United Kingdom
PenCarrie is a leading B2B supplier in the garment decoration industry with over 3,500 product lines, more than 75 major brands, and a 300‑person team. We seek a Legal Counsel to join our growing legal team and work closely with the Head of Legal across commercial, governance, regulatory and operational matters.
The opportunity
As a Legal Counsel (0–5 PQE) you will gain broad, hands‑on in‑house experience, manage a varied workload with increasing autonomy, and support senior colleagues.
The hours
We follow a hybrid policy and are open to discussing alternative arrangements to full‑time hours for the right candidate.
What you’ll be doing
You’ll play a key role in ensuring legal compliance across the business while supporting our commercial objectives.
Contracts & commercial support
* Review, draft and negotiate contracts with suppliers, customers and partners
* Safeguard the company’s interests while aligning with commercial objectives and risk appetite
* Support new business opportunities and, where needed, escalate complex matters
Governance & compliance
* Support corporate governance and board processes, including preparation of board and committee papers
* Assist with company secretarial duties, filings and statutory compliance
* Maintain and update company policies and governance frameworks
Regulatory & specialist areas
* Ensure compliance with data protection legislation including UK GDPR
* Monitor regulatory developments and support compliance activities
* Support intellectual property protection, including trademarks and brand matters
* Assist with insurance programme renewal and claims coordination
Operational responsibilities
* Maintain the contracts database for accuracy and accessibility
* Support broader legal and compliance projects across the business
Person specification
* Qualified Solicitor with at least 2+ years post‑qualification experience in a corporate, commercial or private practice environment
* Proven track record in contract negotiation and management
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail
* Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
* Experience in a sales and distribution business
Why join PenCarrie
* We’re dedicated to customer success
* We build strong and respectful relationships
* We embrace change and look forward to new challenges
* We grow responsibly and are proud of everything we do
At PenCarrie, you’ll be part of a collaborative, values‑driven environment where your voice is heard and your development is supported.
If you are looking to build your in‑house legal career in a dynamic and supportive business, we would love to hear from you.
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