Senior Legal Counsel – Projects
UK (Remote)
Band E – £70k–£90k (Dependent on Experience)
Permanent
At INTO, we’re driving change across international education, and we’re looking for a commercially-minded, detail-oriented Senior Legal Counsel (Projects) to be the legal lead for some of our most important initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering high-impact projects, and shaping the future of a dynamic global organisation.
As a key member of our Legal team, you’ll be the go-to advisor for some of our most strategic and operationally significant projects and bids. From supporting new market entries and legal structuring, to advising on technology transformations, commercial partnerships, brand protection, and financial initiatives, you’ll bring legal expertise to the heart of business decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the legal lead on high-value, strategic projects and bids, including, but not limited to:
o Market entry and expansion
o Business transformation and tech implementations
o Commercial partnerships and joint ventures
o Financial restructuring, legal entity setup, and governance design
o Legal operations
* Advise on legal structures, regulatory compliance, and risk management across global operations
* Support cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, HR, IT, Commercial) to deliver change initiatives
* Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to projects, tech, services, and partnerships
* Coach and support junior legal colleagues; cover for the other Senior Legal Counsel and deputise for the VP, Head of Legal as required
* Collaborate with external counsel and internal stakeholders to deliver project outcomes
* Provide general legal support across a variety of ad hoc legal queries and assist with litigation as required
* Contribute to improving legal operations, policies, and the creation and delivery of training initiatives across the business
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified lawyer with solid in-house or commercial experience with at least 6 years PQE
* Experience managing large-scale legal elements of business transformation or projects, and/or led on legal advice on change within an organisation
* Strong understanding of corporate structures, commercial law, and regulatory environments
* Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
* Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with strong stakeholder management
* Ability to influence decision-making and work cross-functionally
* Experience developing internal policies or governance frameworks is highly desirable
* Global legal exposure or cross-jurisdictional work is a plus or demonstrable experience of delivery of large-scale change projects as the legal lead
Why Join INTO?
* Be the legal lead on transformational, global initiatives that shape the future of education
* Gain international exposure in a fast-paced, mission-driven organisation
* Collaborate with senior leaders across departments in a visible, influential role
* Enjoy a remote, flexible working environment with a highly engaged team
This is a full-time, global-facing role, but with flexibility built in. The role is predominantly remote based, giving you greater balance while still being connected to exciting international developments.
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