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Legal Counsel

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, West London

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Employment contract

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Salary:

90000.00 - 100000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

The role will cover Commercial, HR, and Facilities legal functions and will involve both internal legal management and collaboration with external counsel as needed. The position requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach and the ability to manage urgent legal matters while building sustainable processes.

Job Responsibility:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate client and vendor contracts
  • Advise on commercial transactions, risk management, and compliance
  • Handle employment matters, including contracts, disputes, and HR policies
  • Manage property-related legal issues and regulatory compliance
  • Serve as primary legal resource and oversee external counsel relationships
  • Implement cost-effective legal solutions and risk management strategies

Requirements:

  • UK-qualified solicitor with 5-8 years’ post-qualification experience
  • Strong background in commercial law and employment law
  • US law experience essential
  • International experience is a plus
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Nice to have:

International experience

What we offer:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity to build and shape the legal function
  • Exposure to varied legal disciplines with international exposure
  • High visibility role, reporting directly to senior management

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
June 26, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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