As Legal Counsel, you will work with the business to deliver the company's purpose by providing pragmatic, clear advice at all levels and informing decision-making.
Main Responsibilities
* Advise on commercial contract negotiations, drafting, interpretation, and termination arrangements.
* Support all areas of the team's responsibilities, including contracting, compliance (including data protection), governance, company secretarial, and intellectual property.
* Conduct legal risk analysis aligned with the company's strategic aims.
* Assimilate information, problem-solve, and make informed recommendations within limited timescales.
* Contribute to business planning and strategy.
* Monitor legal updates, policy developments, legislation, and case law.
* Deliver training on relevant legal topics.
* Develop standard documents, precedents, and procedures.
* Manage external legal service providers, ensuring compliance with budgets.
* Collaborate with Geely legal team and other representatives.
* Respond to information requests from the Geely group.
* Work collaboratively with the legal team to balance workload and utilize skills effectively.
Principal Contacts/Working Relationships
* Report to Senior Legal Counsel.
* Support UK legal team members.
* Collaborate with Geely legal team and other stakeholders.
* Engage with colleagues across the business.
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualified lawyer in England and Wales with a practicing certificate.
* Sufficient PQE (~2-4 years) for the role.
* Experience in commercial contract negotiation and drafting.
* Strong academic background and relevant legal experience.
Additional Information
This role is advertised by Lotus Cars on behalf of Geely Auto UK. Interested candidates should email Megan Whitehouse at levc.com. Personal data will be processed for recruitment purposes only, in accordance with privacy policies.
Geely's story began in 1986 and has grown into a global automotive enterprise with brands like Volvo, Lotus, and others. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, Geely aims to shape the future of mobility.
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