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The Arora Group is a successful solely UK-focused private group of companies, which leverages synergies across its specialist property, construction, and hotel divisions to its strategic advantage.
Since 1999, the Group has built its standing through meticulously managing projects from inception to delivery and beyond. Today, it owns and manages a diverse portfolio of flagship assets across the nation’s key business locations, partnering with some of the world’s most recognised brands to deliver consistently high service levels and sustainable growth.
The role will suit an experienced Senior Legal Counsel looking to step into a General Counsel position. It is a fully office-based role in Heathrow Airport Area (5 days a week).
We have a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to be part of our successful growth story. Bring your passion and ambition, and we will support you in achieving your goals, along with the rewards and benefits you deserve. We are seeking a General Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business. You will take a strategic view of our risk exposure and provide necessary advice to mitigate it within our expanding and multi-faceted business. You will offer legal advice and support to management on all relevant issues.
For more information on the Group, please visit our website: www.thearoragroup.com
Duties & Responsibilities
1. Provide accurate and timely legal counsel to executives on various topics (commercial agreements, dispute resolution, corporate finance, and commercial law).
2. Oversee complex legal transactions from a project management perspective, ensuring appropriate input from all stakeholders and specialists.
3. Lead risk management strategies within the company.
Ensure compliance matters are adhered to.
Assume responsibility for Company Secretarial duties.
Draft and solidify agreements, contracts, and other legal documents as appropriate.
Manage external counsel and consultants to ensure the company receives value for money.
Provide clarification on legal language or specifications to relevant staff within the company.
Maintain current knowledge of legal developments and legislative changes.
Skills & Experience
1. Legal Qualification – Qualified UK solicitor with a minimum of 10 years PQE experience (considering other PQE levels and qualified lawyers from other common law jurisdictions eligible for QLT).
2. Excellent knowledge of corporate law, especially corporate finance, dispute resolution, and contracts.
3. Methodical approach with attention to detail.
4. Strong commercial outlook and pragmatic legal approach.
5. Solid training from a reputable law firm and/or business environment.
6. Proven experience as a legal counsel in a fast-paced business setting.
7. High professional ethics and integrity.
8. Sound judgment and analytical skills.
9. Ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously.
10. Excellent communication skills.
11. Approximately 8 years of experience in a small to medium national law firm prior to transitioning into business.
Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL agencies if this role is open for recruitment.
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