Legal Adviser (Contract and Litigation)
We are seeking a proactive Mid‑Level In‑House Legal Adviser (Contract and Litigation) with at least 2 years of commercial legal experience to join our small but highly effective legal team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters within a dynamic business environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Work within a small in‑house legal team, providing day‑to‑day legal support.
* Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements, including supplier agreements, NDAs and partnership agreements.
* Instruct and collaborate with external solicitors on specialist matters or when additional support is required.
* Assist in litigation, coordinating with external solicitors and supporting dispute resolution activities.
* Lead the drafting, maintenance and updating of internal policy documents, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
* Support the Tenders Team by reviewing tender documentation, particularly contractual terms, and providing practical legal feedback.
* Deal with customer contract‑related queries and handle customer complaints involving contractual obligations or terms.
* Review commercial contracts and provide clear, practical advice to internal stakeholders across the business.
* Liaise with regulatory bodies such as the Information Commissioner’s Office and the Competition and Markets Authority.
* Oversee the work of a junior legal team member, providing guidance, supervision and support to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
Required Experience & Skills
* Minimum 2 years’ commercial legal experience, either in‑house or in private practice.
* Experience drafting and negotiating agreements, NDAs and partnership agreements.
* Knowledge of Competition Law and Procurement Law.
* Some knowledge or experience of Data Protection Laws (e.g., UK GDPR, DPAs, privacy documents).
* Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver commercially focused, solution‑oriented advice.
* Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members, ensuring high‑quality outputs.
Advantageous Experience
* Prior experience working with sales, procurement, finance or customer service teams.
* Experience handling customer‑facing legal queries or complaints.
Working Arrangement
* In‑office, full time – you will be required to work from the Bromley office 5 days per week.
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