We are thrilled to be partnering with a forward-thinking, innovative manufacturing company based in Bristol in their search for a Legal Counsel. This is a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing business where your legal expertise and commercial insight will help shape the company’s future.
Why this role stands out:
* Be part of a dynamic and evolving organisation where your ideas will be valued.
* Work in a collaborative environment alongside creative minds in engineering, procurement, and commercial strategy.
* Contribute meaningfully to the company’s growth and play a key role in its success story.
The Role
You will act as a trusted advisor across the business, handling a broad range of complex commercial and contractual matters, including:
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating high-value contracts such as supply agreements, customer contracts, and international engineering/manufacturing agreements.
* Supporting the full contract lifecycle – from RFP through to contract award and execution.
* Collaborating closely with Commercial and Procurement teams to enhance strategic relationships with partners and suppliers.
* Developing and rolling out legal, contract management, and compliance policies and procedures.
Ideal Candidate Profile
* UK qualified solicitor with 4-8 years’ PQE.
* Significant in-house commercial experience, ideally within the manufacturing or engineering sector.
* Strong understanding of international trade, intellectual property, and product design/manufacturing contracts.
* Commercially astute, pragmatic, and proactive in your approach.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong internal relationships and influence at all levels.
This is genuinely a fantastic opportunity to be part of something exciting and fast-paced – a role where your impact will be visible, and your contribution deeply valued.
If this sounds like the next step in your legal career, please send your CV to Sarah Turnbull at sturnbull@kgglobal.co.uk to arrange a confidential conversation.