CrawlJobs Logo

Legal Counsel

sportsdirect.com Logo

Sports Direct

Location Icon

Location:
United Kingdom , Shirebrook

Category Icon
Category:
Legal

Job Type Icon

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary Icon

Salary:

Not provided
Save Job
Save Icon
Apply Position

Job Description:

This role is based 5 days a week at our Shirebrook HQ. As a Legal Counsel at Frasers Group you will review, negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of supplier and business partnership contracts for all areas of the Group’s businesses including: commercial, supply chain, concessions, events, marketing, ecommerce, franchising and licencing, IT & technology, outsourcing and finance.

Job Responsibility:

  • Review, negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of supplier and business partnership contracts for all areas of the Group’s businesses including: commercial, supply chain, concessions, events, marketing, ecommerce, franchising and licencing, IT & technology, outsourcing and finance
  • Dealing with commercial disputes and litigation
  • Providing guidance on marketing and promotional activity including CAP code compliance for advertisements, promotions competitions and product packaging, and drafting associated T&Cs for promotions, prize draws and competitions
  • Supporting e-commerce team on legal aspects of digital marketing and website operations
  • Wholesale contracts and concession agreements with suppliers
  • General IP work including licencing of own brands and third party licencing
  • Advising and supporting the customer service team as required on customer complaints and handling disputes and small claims
  • Assisting on larger M&A work as required, coordinating smaller transactions including conducting due diligence investigations, drafting SPA/APAs and ancillary documents and post-completion support
  • Liaising with enforcement agencies and regulatory bodies such as the ICO, ASA and Trading Standards in relation to regulatory issues and customer complaints
  • Instructing and managing external lawyers on any work which is in excess of in-house capacity or specialist in nature
  • Assisting senior members of the legal team on various matters
  • Supervising junior members of the team

Requirements:

  • Strong experience working within Commercial contract negotiation
  • Qualified and able to hit the ground running using expertise in this sector
  • Able to work in a fast paced and dynamic work environment where priorities are ever changing
  • Excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with those at all levels of an organisation
  • Able to provide commercially focused, pragmatic legal advice
  • Collaborative approach to work, always take the team with you
  • Ambitious and looking to develop their career with a global PLC
What we offer:
  • Frasers Champion
  • Fearless 1000
  • Frasers Festival
  • CEO Sessions
  • Retail Reconnect
  • Frasers Fit
  • Retail Trust

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 05, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
Icon
Sports Direct - All Job Offers
Job Link Share:
Copy Link Icon
Facebook Icon Twitter Icon LinkedIn Icon
PREMIUM
More languages and countries
+ Unlock 31694 hidden job offers
Languages
English Čeština Deutsch Ελληνικά Español Français +15
Countries
United States United Kingdom India Canada Australia +
See plans
Plans from $2.99 / month

Looking for more opportunities? Search for other job offers that match your skills and interests.

Briefcase Icon

Similar Jobs for Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel Payment Solutions

Join Fever’s growing legal team at our vibrant hub in Madrid! This role focuses ...
Location
Location
Spain , Madrid
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://feverup.com/fe Logo
Fever
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Be a barred/practicing lawyer with at least 5+ years PQE including inhouse — experience in a fintech environment preferred
  • Demonstrate experience advising on payment systems, merchant services, fintech regulations, or similar areas
  • Professionally fluent in English
  • Have a keen eye for understanding strategic pain points, operational and UX prioritization, and an ability to align legal advice with business goals
  • Show proactivity, adaptability, and a hands-on mindset in fast-paced environments
  • Be an effective communicator who thrives in global, cross-functional teams
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide actionable business and product advice on regulatory and compliance matters related to payment systems across various jurisdictions, including researching and understanding financial and data protection regulations
  • Demonstrate project administration skills in the design and implementation of financial regulation-compliant tech products
  • Support Fever’s global expansion efforts, particularly around cashless payment solutions and digital credit systems
  • Draft, review, and negotiate key commercial contracts and terms with vendors, event operators, and technology partners
  • Assist commercial and operations teams with POS structures, merchant reconciliation processes, and local vendor relationships
  • Coordinate with external legal advisors as needed
  • Provide general commercial legal advice on contracts, partnerships, and operational issues
  • Participate in knowledge management, including creating templates and legal guides
  • Participate in upskilling, support, and growth of other team members
What we offer
What we offer
  • Attractive compensation package including base salary and Fever's share plan (if applicable)
  • Opportunity to have a real impact in a high-growth global category leader
  • 40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
  • Work in a location in the heart of Madrid, with possible travel across our markets
  • Home office friendly
  • Responsibility from day one and professional and personal growth
  • Great work environment with a young, international team of talented people to work with!
  • Health insurance and other benefits such as flexible remuneration with a 100% tax exemption through Cobee
  • English Lessons
  • Gympass membership
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Counsel

As part of Allianz Technology SE's Legal Department, you advise our business in ...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , Guildford
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.allianz.com Logo
Allianz
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • A strong academic background with a preference for candidates holding a degree of 2:1 or above and admitted to practise law in England and Wales (preferably also in Ireland)
  • 5+ years’ experience working as an in-house attorney in an international company or as an attorney in an international law firm with a focus on commercial law
  • knowledge of IT law and the associated supervisory law in insurance companies is an advantage
  • a good understanding of the business environment and are eager to work in an international environment
  • the ability to work well in a team and have excellent communication skills
  • an entrepreneurial spirit and are well-organized
  • strong negotiation skills and follow an analytical approach
  • the ability to work independently and be a trustful advisor to the local management
  • a keen attention to details
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide business-oriented legal advice to all levels of management and staff
  • Monitor, research and address legal issues within the company / branch
  • Draft and review contracts, agreements and corporate documents (e.g. rules of procedure), corporate resolutions and accompanying legal documentation
  • Ensure implementation of internal policies
  • Raise awareness of, and develop risk mitigation measures
  • Work with the global Allianz Technology Legal community in developing and enhancing practices and procedures
  • Work in cross-functional teams as required and in line with evolving business needs and the regulatory environment
  • Conduct trainings
  • Closely follow legislative processes both on a national and international level and help to identify necessary steps for their implementation at Allianz Technology SE
  • Oversee and steer external legal counsel, where applicable
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Commercial Legal Counsel

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 3+ PQE Qualified Solicitor with a Comme...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , West Midlands
Salary
Salary:
75000.00 GBP / Year
https://www.douglas-scott.co.uk Logo
Douglas Scott
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum 3+ PQE in Commercial Law based in the UK
  • In-House experience is not required
  • IT/Telecoms and SaaS experience would be desirable but not essential
  • High level of attention to detail and accuracy is essential
  • Ability to work autonomously and handle multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
  • Work as part of a UK wide legal team in various locations
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Offer pragmatic and commercial legal advice to the growing UK business
  • Strong background in commercial contract drafting of all sizes
  • Negotiate where required with external clients and suppliers
  • Provide support to senior stakeholders across the Group, ensuring decision making is made in a commercial fashion and legal advice is followed through
  • Support other team members where required with any 'ad hoc' legal assignments
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law)

The Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law) will be responsible for providing lega...
Location
Location
Netherlands , Amsterdam
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
anicuragroup.com Logo
AniCura Group
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Dutch Law Degree or equivalent, with appropriate legal conversion course where applicable
  • Minimum 8 years PQE with strong focus on employment law
  • Deep knowledge of EU and local labour regulations and collective-bargaining processes
  • Proven track record handling complex restructurings and cross-border mobility
  • Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills
  • Fluency in Dutch and English
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Provide legal support to MVHE and individual clinics in strategic as well as a wide variety of day-to-day legal matters e.g. commercial contracts, leases, employment, data privacy and disputes
  • Provide M&A acquisition and integration support
  • Manage Company Secretarial matters for MVHE legal entities
  • Organise and conduct training on various legal/compliance/risk topics
  • Represent the Legal Affairs team as subject matter expert in in strategic projects
  • Develop and implement strategies to efficiently manage legal risks
  • Manage use of external counsel to ensure high quality and cost-efficient support
  • Monitor legislative changes and industry trends to ensure internal clients are informed of relevant developments
  • Act as trusted business partner to all Operating Units across all business functions but with particular focus on HR
  • Draft, review and negotiate employment contracts, secondment agreements and termination packages across multiple countries
What we offer
What we offer
  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package
  • A stimulating work environment with good opportunities for personal development
  • Freedom to take responsibility and the opportunity to influence
  • Flexible working hours, hybrid working, international, digital work environment
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • The opportunity to cuddle our beloved 4-legged friends in our offices
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Counsel

We are seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to join our Legal Technical Contracts t...
Location
Location
Italy , Milan
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.metlengroup.com Logo
Metlen Group
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Qualified lawyer in Italy and member of the relevant professional body (Bar Association)
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of legal experience in the renewable energy sector in Italy, either in-house or within law firms advising energy clients
  • Strong technical expertise in renewable energy project development, acquisitions and disposals, EPC and O&M contracts, and PPAs, ideally with exposure to both Italian and broader European markets
  • Proven ability to manage external legal counsel, including obtaining fee quotes and overseeing legal spend within predefined budgets
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration and cross-functional coordination
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Review, draft, and negotiate EPC and O&M contracts, as well as agreements related to the supply chain (e.g., service contracts, general terms and conditions for the supply of goods), ensuring client interests are protected in collaboration with both internal teams and external stakeholders
  • Provide legal support across a broad spectrum of activities within Renewables Business Unit, including business development, origination, permitting, M&A, corporate transactions, PPAs, project financing, and construction—primarily in Italy and Eastern Europe
  • Advise stakeholders on legal frameworks, regulations, and compliance matters relevant to the construction and energy sectors
  • Conduct in-depth legal research to ensure that all counsel provided is aligned with the latest legislation and regulatory developments, in coordination with the Senior Legal Counsel
  • Collaborate with external legal advisors to address and resolve complex legal matters
  • Coordinate and structure legal workflows and responsibilities in close alignment with the Senior Legal Counsel and Head of Legal
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Group Health Insurance Plan
  • Meal allowance
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Counsel

We are seeking a motivated Legal Counsel to join our Legal Technical Contracts t...
Location
Location
Italy , Milan
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.metlengroup.com Logo
Metlen Group
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Qualified lawyer in Italy and member of the relevant professional body (Bar Association)
  • Minimum of 3–5 years of legal experience in the renewable energy sector in Italy, either in-house or within law firms advising energy clients
  • Strong technical expertise in renewable energy project development, acquisitions and disposals, EPC and O&M contracts, and PPAs, ideally with exposure to both Italian and broader European markets
  • Proven ability to manage external legal counsel, including obtaining fee quotes and overseeing legal spend within predefined budgets
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration and cross-functional coordination
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Review, draft, and negotiate EPC and O&M contracts, as well as agreements related to the supply chain
  • Provide legal support across a broad spectrum of activities within Renewables Business Unit, including business development, origination, permitting, M&A, corporate transactions, PPAs, project financing, and construction—primarily in Italy and Eastern Europe
  • Advise stakeholders on legal frameworks, regulations, and compliance matters relevant to the construction and energy sectors
  • Conduct in-depth legal research to ensure that all counsel provided is aligned with the latest legislation and regulatory developments, in coordination with the Senior Legal Counsel
  • Collaborate with external legal advisors to address and resolve complex legal matters
  • Coordinate and structure legal workflows and responsibilities in close alignment with the Senior Legal Counsel and Head of Legal
What we offer
What we offer
  • Competitive remuneration package
  • Group Health Insurance Plan
  • Meal allowance
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Open Source Compliance - Legal Region Counsel

The Open Source Region Counsel will be a key member of HPE’s Open Program Office...
Location
Location
India , Bangalore
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
https://www.hpe.com/ Logo
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • Advanced university degree in law (e.g. JD or LLB)
  • Meets local legal license requirements
  • Typically, 3-7 years of legal experience, with a significant focus on IP and open source software licensing and compliance
  • In-depth knowledge of open source licenses (e.g., GPL, LGPL, Apache, MIT) plus non-open source licenses (e.g., SSPL, BUSL) and their implications for intellectual property and software development and distribution
  • Ability to engage in tooling to facilitate reviews such as scanners (e.g., FNCI, BlackDuck, etc.) and workflow (e.g., Jira)
  • Strong understanding of open source development practices and culture
  • Demonstrated leadership in developing and implementing legal strategies and policies related to open source software and training others
  • Well-developed level of business experience supporting clients or advising on legal matters such as product launches and M&A due diligence
  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with the use, modification, and distribution of open source software
  • Provide expert legal advice on open source software licensing, compliance, and strategy to internal stakeholders including developers, engineers, product managers, and executives
  • Advise other attorneys on open source matters and help adapt review processes to meet dynamic industry changes
  • Develop and implement comprehensive open source compliance programs, including policies, procedures, and training to ensure adherence to open source licensing requirements
  • Formulate and maintain internal policies and best practices regarding the use and contribution to open source projects
  • Conduct legal due diligence on open source software components used in HPE products and services, ensuring proper licensing and compliance
  • Design and deliver training programs for HPE employees on open source software policies, legal risks, and best practices
  • Provide legal support for transactions involving open source software, including mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, and software licensing agreements
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, product management, compliance, and procurement to ensure alignment and understanding of open source policies and strategies
  • Manage and resolve legal disputes related to open source software, including infringement claims and license compliance issues
What we offer
What we offer
  • Comprehensive suite of benefits that supports physical, financial and emotional wellbeing
  • Personal and professional development programs to help achieve career goals
  • Inclusive work environment valuing varied backgrounds
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right

Legal Counsel

Exciting NQ in-house role in a high-growth tech business. Broad commercial and S...
Location
Location
United Kingdom , London
Salary
Salary:
Not provided
accutrainee.com Logo
Accutrainee
Expiration Date
Until further notice
Flip Icon
Requirements
Requirements
  • NQ Solicitor (England & Wales) — applications welcomed from those qualifying shortly
  • In-house experience is essential (minimum 6 months in a tech/SaaS or commercial environment)
  • Strong grounding in commercial contracts, especially NDAs and supplier agreements, with exposure to supplier onboarding or renewals
  • A strong commercial mindset
  • able to balance legal risk with business objectives
  • Excellent communication skills, able to adapt to varied personalities and build internal relationships
  • Collaborative, coachable and respectful — someone who values guidance, alignment and working as part of a tightly connected team
Job Responsibility
Job Responsibility
  • Draft, review and negotiate core commercial contracts, including NDAs, supplier agreements, SaaS terms and procurement documentation
  • Support supplier onboarding and renewal cycles, ensuring alignment with risk, commercial expectations and operational needs
  • Contribute to ESG initiatives and help monitor new and evolving regulatory developments, including DORA
  • Provide commercially oriented advice across the business in a pragmatic, solution-focused manner
  • Assist in developing and refining legal processes, templates and operational efficiencies within the Legal Team
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across Legal, People, Product and senior leadership teams
What we offer
What we offer
  • Broad, interesting, hands-on workload across commercial, SaaS, regulatory and ESG matters
  • High levels of visibility and access to senior leadership
  • Opportunity to influence and help shape a developing in-house legal function
  • Long-term development and progression opportunities
  • Fulltime
Read More
Arrow Right