Job Description
Job Title: Commercial Legal Counsel (3–6 PQE)
Location: Oxfordshire (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: 6-Month FTC (Strong Potential to Convert to Permanent)
Start Date: ASAP
The Opportunity
SSQ is partnering with a well-known, international company on their search for a Commercial Legal Counsel. They're in the market for someone with 3-6 PQE to join their high-performing legal team on 6-month fixed-term basis, with a strong possibility of permanent conversion for the right candidate.
The position offers varied and interesting work across commercial contracts, data protection, and operational legal matters — ideal for a someone who enjoys being close to the business and working with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts (supplier, services, technology, sponsorship, etc.)
* Advising on data protection matters, including data processing agreements and internal compliance procedures
* Supporting legal input on manufacturing, procurement, and technical arrangements
* Engaging with stakeholders across multiple departments to provide practical, business-friendly legal advice
* Assisting with broader risk management and compliance initiatives within the legal function
Candidate Profile
Essential:
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 3–6 years’ PQE
* Solid commercial contracts experience
* Good working knowledge of UK data protection regulations (UK GDPR)
* Ability to operate independently in a fast-moving, commercially driven environment
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Desirable:
* In-house experience within a product-led, engineering or technology-driven organisation
* Interest in working in an agile, performance-focused business
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
* Hybrid working arrangements
* Opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking legal team
* Likelihood of a longer-term role for the right candidate
If you are interested in hearing more, please apply or contact chloe.graham@ssq.com