Senior Business Consultant – EMEA | Multilingual Partnerships & Market Expansion | Helping Global Tech Companies Scale Across Europe & North America
Position: Legal Counsel
Location: Birmingham, UK (Full-Time, On-Site)
Compensation: Up to £130,000 per year
About the Opportunity
A leading global automotive OEM with major development investment in the UK is expanding its legal function and is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their Birmingham office. This organisation is driving advanced mobility innovation, next-generation vehicle tech and international market growth. You will be part of a fast-scaling international team and work directly with senior business leadership across Europe and Asia.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide legal advice and support across a wide range of commercial matters including contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business operations
* Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial agreements, NDAs, partnership agreements, and supplier contracts
* Advise internal stakeholders regarding UK and EU automotive regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, product liability, IP risk, and cross-border commercial activities
* Support internal policy development, risk mitigation strategies, compliance frameworks and internal legal processes
* Work closely with external counsel, government agencies and internal global legal teams when required
* Support legal aspects of R&D, technology collaboration, and international business development activities
Requirements
* Qualified UK Solicitor or Barrister
* 5+ years PQE in commercial law, corporate law or in‑house legal counsel within automotive, industrial manufacturing or technology environment
* Strong contract drafting and negotiation capability
* Familiar with UK and EU commercial legal frameworks; cross‑border legal experience strongly preferred
* Able to work independently and in fast‑moving environments
* Excellent communication skills and ability to partner closely with leadership teams
Preferred Experience
* In‑house legal experience at multinational corporate level
* Experience with R&D, engineering contracts or automotive regulatory matters
* Familiarity with international automotive markets and supply chain ecosystem is a plus
If you are an experienced commercial legal professional who enjoys strategic involvement in international business growth and innovation, this will be an exciting long‑term career opportunity based on‑site in Birmingham.
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