Life Unlimited. At SmithNephew, we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living Our Legal Counsel, Global Commercial is the designated lead point of contact within the SN Legal team for SmithNephew’s Global Procurement organisation. The role supports on strategy and implementation of technology, processes and tools within Global Procurement and various international internal customers. What will you be doing? Identifying and mitigating legal risk and opportunity within business activities in Global Procurement, particularly commercial contract drafting/review and advising on routine and operational matters. Supporting the team on legal risk management and contracting for Global Operations (supply chain, manufacturing, R&D, regulatory and quality affairs, ESG). Proactively handling routine legal matters and contract management and ensuring consistent use of template agreements. Support on commercial litigation and assisting the wider legal team in delivering training programmes. Successful candidates would need the following: A Qualified solicitor in with 5 years of experience either in house or in a law firm with significant commercial contract drafting, review and negotiation skills. Life sciences/manufacturing or supplier contracting experience is preferred but not essential. You'll need to travel to our Watford office on occasion but we are happy to discuss an arrangement that works for you. You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve. Inclusion, Diversity and Equity: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website ( https://www.smith-nephew.com/ ) Your Future: Generous sales incentive plans and pension Schemes, Save As You Earn share options. Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Income Protection, Life Assurance and much more. Flexibility : We are open to this role being 4 or 5 days per week and can support hybrid or in office to suit you. Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship. Extra Perks: Discounts on Gyms and fitness clubs, Salary Sacrifice Bicycle and Car Schemes and many other Employee discounts. Field based sales roles are provided with a company car or car allowance. li-RG1 li-hybrid li-remote Stay connected and receive alerts for jobs like this by joining our talent community. We're more than just a company - we're a community Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check our Glassdoor page for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at SN. Explore our new website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.