Legal Counsel

An excellent opportunity for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join a substantial and complex organisation based in Lincolnshire. This broad position offers exposure to domestic and international contracts, regulatory matters and wider business-critical legal work. The role would suit an experienced private practice lawyer making their first move in-house, or an existing in-house counsel looking for greater variety and commercial exposure. Client Details Our client is a large manufacturer and established organisation with extensive UK operations and international commercial relationships. It operates in a complex and highly regulated environment, giving its legal team exposure to commercially significant matters and senior decision-makers. This is an opportunity to join a business where legal advice has a visible impact on day-to-day operations, commercial strategy and the management of risk. The organisation offers a collaborative working environment and values practical, commercially focused legal support. Description The Commercial Legal Counsel will be: • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts relating to the domestic and international purchase and sale of goods and services. • Advising commercial, procurement and operational teams on contractual risk and practical solutions. • Providing initial advice on employment, HR and litigation matters, instructing external counsel where specialist support is required. • Supporting the business with environmental, regulatory and competition law matters. • Developing legal templates, guidance and processes to help the wider business manage risk effectively. Profile The Commercial Legal Counsel should be: • A solicitor or equivalent with at 5 five years PQE. • Experienced in drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts. • Currently working in private practice or in-house. • Experienced within manufacturing, engineering, industrial or other operational environments/clients. • Comfortable supporting or coordinating advice across areas such as employment, litigation, environmental and regulatory law. Job Offer The successful Commercial Legal Counsel will receive: • A salary of £75,000-£85,000. • A car allowance of £6,000. • Hybrid working, with two days per week in the Lincolnshire office. • 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. • A defined contribution pension scheme. • Private medical insurance, life assurance and company sick pay. • An employee assistance programme and family-friendly benefits. • The opportunity to develop a broad in-house career within a complex organisation. If you're an experienced Commercial Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.