A leading global motor vehicle manufacturer is seeking a qualified Legal Counsel for a 3-month, 40hr/week, fully remote engagement focused on providing comprehensive legal support across a range of commercial and corporate law matters within the European Market.
The position involves advising on co-operation agreements (particularly for vehicles and parts), transactional and restructuring projects, multi-jurisdictional European corporate governance, real estate contracts, and international transactions. The ideal candidate will bring significant experience in these areas, coupled with strong business understanding, an entrepreneurial spirit, and a proactive, solution-driven mindset.
This role is targeted at legal professionals with at least 5-7 years of relevant professional experience, preferably gained within an in-house corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
Title: Corporate and Commercial Counsel - UK (Secondment)
Experience: 5+ Years
Location: Remote (United Kingdom)
Hours: 40 Hours / Week
Hourly Pay Rate: $90 - $110 / hour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Providing dedicated legal support for various co-operation agreements, specifically concerning vehicles and vehicle parts.
* Advising the company on significant transactions and restructuring projects, which includes drafting and skillfully negotiating the relevant contracts.
* Coordinating corporate law matters across other European countries, particularly concerning shareholder resolutions, often with the support of external local lawyers.
* Supporting our real estate department by meticulously reviewing and negotiating contracts (such as rental agreements and property purchase agreements), as well as providing legal input in day-to-day real estate business.
* Operating as part of an international transaction team and actively working on cross-border transactions.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
* Relevant professional experience of at least 5 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
* A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
* High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
* An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
* The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.
EXPERIENCE:
* Relevant professional experience of at least 5-7 years, ideally gained within a corporate law department specializing in commercial and corporate law.
* A strong understanding of business contexts and the ability to grasp complex issues effectively.
* High motivation to learn and a proactive willingness to quickly familiarize themselves with new and specialized tasks.
* An entrepreneurial spirit and a consistently solution-orientated approach to challenges.
* The ability to work independently with autonomy, while also being a collaborative team player, engaging effectively within the legal team and with various business stakeholders.
EDUCATION & LICENSING:
* Qualified Solicitor or Barrister in England & Wales, or an equivalent legal qualification enabling practice in the UK.
* Current SRA Practicing Certificate or equivalent non-UK approval to practice as a lawyer
* Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or equivalent law degree.