Job Description
Commercial Legal Counsel (5+ Years’ PQE)
Mainly remote (ad-hoc quarterly in-office requirements).
About the Company:
Our client is a global network of higher education institutions with campuses across Europe, Asia, and North America.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (e.g., IP licenses, service agreements, partnership agreements).
- Collaborate with sales, marketing, and procurement teams to ensure agreements meet commercial and legal standards.
- Lead negotiations with customers, suppliers, and partners.
- Manage external counsel and corporate service providers.
- Handle a diverse workload, including commercial contracts, IP, litigation, and property matters.
- Provide corporate and M&A support, with experience in company law (banking/capital markets experience is a bonus).
Ideal Candidate:
- 5+ years’ PQE from a City or nationally recognized firm.
- Strong commercial experience, excellent academics, and ability to manage complex matters.
- Thrives in fast-paced, client-facing environments and demonstrates entrepreneurial teamwork.
- Skilled at mentoring junior team members.