Express Recruitment are proud to be working in partnership with a respected organisation seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their growing in-house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a broad and varied role, providing high-quality legal advice across commercial, regulatory, and compliance matters.
This permanent position offers a competitive salary of up to c£56k per annum DOE, together with an excellent benefits package including 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and generous pension contributions (over 14.5% employer contribution). The role is offered on a hybrid basis from the organisation’s Milton Keynes office, working 2 days a week in the office.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, providing pragmatic legal support in a collaborative and evolving in-house environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including contracts for goods and services, consultancy, funding, and data sharing
* Provide legal support on disputes and contentious matters, managing outsourced litigation where required
* Provide guidance on intellectual property issues including copyright, trademarks, and domain names
* Support procurement processes, ensuring compliance with internal regulations and tendering procedures
* Conduct legal and compliance research, prepare reports, and support implementation of findings
Skills and Experience
* Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience in a similar role
* Strong experience in commercial and regulatory matters
* Proven ability to work independently and manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
* Confident advising senior stakeholders and providing clear, risk-based guidance
About Express Recruitment
Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.
We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on 👉 https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7
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Vacancy Summary
Hours: Full Time
Salary: c£47k – c£56k per annum D.O.E + benefits
Location: Milton Keynes (Hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent
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This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of an Employment Agency. The services advertised are those of an Employment Agency.