Our client is a leading brand name in its sector.
We are looking for a Commercial Solicitor to join the Corporate Legal Team to provide technical and legal advice and guidance to all business divisions of this diverse group.
This is a well-known household brand and a business that is enjoying year on year consecutive growth.
The work undertaken by the Corporate Legal Team is incredibly varied and you will have the opportunity to work both autonomously and as part of a dynamic and supportive team who have varying levels of qualification.
This role will also offer the opportunity to supervise more junior lawyers and will allow you to develop your skills in dealing with all levels of seniority, right up to the Executive Board level.
This role can be full time, part-time, permanent or fixed term for the right candidate.
They operate a hybrid approach to working, working 2 days in the office and the rest from home.
Key responsibilities include:
Drafting, negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial agreements. Providing legal advice on a range of issues, including but not limited to the cost-effective resolution of contentious matters. Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and business partners. Identifying legal risks and communicating these to the Executive for risk acceptance in accordance with established procedures. Advising on operational and related issues and providing pragmatic advice on ongoing ad-hoc queries. Assisting in the management of other areas including disputes, employment, approving marketing materials, IP and IT Liaising with external advisors as appropriate
You will be a qualified solicitor with 4+ years post-qualification experience, the ideal candidate would bring:
commercial contracts experience, ideally in- house; strong commercial acumen and pragmatism; a solution focused approach; the ability to demonstrate innovative thinking; excellent verbal and written communication skills; a highly pro-active attitude – a self-starter; Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, take initiative and produce work to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail; Strong relationship building skills; An understanding of the financial services industry would be beneficial, although this is not essential.