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This is a standout opportunity for an experienced in-house legal professional to head up a focused, commercially driven legal function within a well-established organisation. This is not a traditional General Counsel role. The remit is deliberately tight and centred on commercial contracts, data protection and close partnership with Central Operations. Reporting into the Director of Central Operations, you will lead a high-performing team of four and take ownership of the organisation's commercial legal activity. You will remain hands-on in the detail, acting as a trusted commercial partner to the business while shaping how the function operates day to day.
Job Responsibility:
Leading the commercial contracts function across IT, consultancy, supplier, marketing, sponsorship and collaboration agreements
Providing hands-on drafting, review and negotiation support on complex and high-value contracts
Strategic oversight of data protection and operational compliance
Embedding legal into centralised procurement processes
Managing trademark, copyright and brand protection matters
Partnering closely with Central Operations and wider stakeholders to support confident commercial decision-making
Leading a high-performing team of four
Taking ownership of the organisation's commercial legal activity
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (CILEx)
Strong in-house experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation
Practical working knowledge of UK data protection law and UK GDPR
Proven experience leading or managing a small professional team
What we offer:
Excellent benefits package
Collaborative culture
Flexible hybrid working with two days per week in the Milton Keynes office