Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Commercial Counsel. This senior role sits within the firm’s strategic legal function and provides high-level advice on commercial, operational, and regulatory matters across the organisation.
This is an ideal opportunity for a private practice trained lawyer with 7+ years’ PQE looking to leverage their transactional expertise in a strategic advisory capacity within a top-tier legal environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide commercial, pragmatic legal advice to both legal and non-legal stakeholders across the organisation.
* Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of complex commercial contracts, including client agreements, supplier arrangements, and strategic procurement projects.
* Lead and manage high-value commercial and technology agreements, including software, services, and outsourcing arrangements.
* Partner with senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions to deliver commercially aligned legal solutions.
* Lead and deliver strategic legal projects, ensuring successful delivery from initiation through completion.
* Provide guidance on risk management and compliance, including regulatory considerations and data protection matters.
* Develop and deliver internal training and guidance on commercial legal issues and best practices.
* Support the ongoing development of the legal team by mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to knowledge sharing initiatives.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the business to ensure effective legal support and collaboration.
Key Requirements
* Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, or equivalent) with 7+ years’ post-qualification experience.
* Experience gained within a leading law firm or multinational organisation, ideally with exposure to complex cross-border matters.
* Strong expertise in commercial contracts, technology agreements, and procurement arrangements.
* Sound understanding of UK and international regulatory frameworks, including data protection and compliance considerations.
* Proven ability to lead complex negotiations and manage strategic legal matters.
* Experience mentoring or supervising junior lawyers.
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, international environment and deliver commercially focused legal advice.
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