Legal Counsel – Interim (6 months) Job Overview My client is hiring for a Legal Counsel on a day rate for 6 months. The preference for the role is to be hybrid at the site in Gateshead, working full-time. However, remote working will be considered for the right candidate. The role is flexible and part-time working will be considered (3 days per week or above). In-house experience is desirable although not essential. All range of experience will be considered and my client is looking for qualified solicitor with at least 3 years' relevant experience who can work unsupervised. Key Responsibilities In this role the Legal Counsel will be responsible for the following: Provide a wide-range of legal and commercial advice and support to UK and global operations. Consider and manage legal and commercial risk including deciding upon appropriate mitigation strategies and taking into consideration needs of key stakeholders. Take responsibility for legal work working unsupervised, acting with propriety and integrity in line with the company’s values. Draft and negotiate agreements (both legally and commercially) which minimise risks and maximise rights as required including channel/reseller/distribution agreements; IT contracts; supplier and customer agreements; dispute resolution, intellectual property management and some real estate matters. Advise upon and provide commercial support for strategic partnerships. Take responsibility for and manage local legal regulatory compliance including data protection/GDPR policies and other internal governance policies. Advise and manage governance and compliance requirements with UK Companies House and other similar bodies in other jurisdictions, as required. Liaise with external counsel as and when approved. Provide employment legal advice and employee relations support to HR. Provide legal advice for strategic partnerships and expansion of the business. Manage legal requirements for intellectual property registrations on behalf of company Transport including patent registrations including deciding upon IP strategies and territorial coverage. Ensuring the company is up to date with legislative changes which affect the business. Job Requirements Qualified solicitor in England and Wales 3 years post-qualification experience In-house legal experience and ability to work unsupervised Commercial/corporate experience desirable – strong drafting skills required All-round lawyer who shows good attitude and willingness to tackle ‘whatever comes across the desk