Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel 4+PQE
Hybrid Working | Milton Keynes
Competitive salary + car allowance + bonus + benefits
We are exclusively partnering with a highly regarded and fast-paced global automotive business seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel to join its collaborative in‑house legal team and fabulous GC!
This is a broad and varied role offering exposure to commercial contracts, corporate transactions and strategic business projects within a dynamic operational environment. The position would suit a lawyer who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, managing a varied workload and taking a pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach to legal support.
The role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their in‑house experience and further develop exposure to transactional and corporate matters.
The Role
Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, responsibilities will include:
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements
* Supporting transactional activity including acquisitions, disposals and strategic business projects
* Coordinating with external counsel on corporate and transactional matters
* Managing legal workstreams and supporting cross‑functional project delivery
* Advising the business on day‑to‑day commercial legal issues and risk management
* Supporting internal stakeholders across a broad range of legal matters
* Assisting with employment‑related queries alongside the wider people team
* Working collaboratively with compliance, operational and commercial teams
About You
We are keen to speak with lawyers who can demonstrate:
* Strong commercial contracts experience gained in‑house or in private practice
* A broad commercial mindset and a pragmatic approach to legal support
* Exposure to corporate transactions, M&A or project‑based work would be beneficial, but is not essential
* An interest in developing further exposure to transactional work
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* The ability to operate confidently within a fast‑moving business environment
Experience within a regulated environment or operationally complex business would be advantageous but is not required.
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive and highly visible legal function where you will gain broad exposure across commercial and corporate matters while working closely with senior leadership and key business stakeholders.
The business offers a collaborative culture, genuine variety and the opportunity to develop your in‑house career within a commercially driven environment.
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