Position Overview: In-house Solicitor - Part-Time (24hrs)
At Lyle & Scott, we understand that our success starts with its people and the integrity of the team.
We are a privately owned British brand with a rich history of 150 years, known for crafting high-quality clothing. Our brand is recognised worldwide for its authenticity, heritage, and expertise.
We are looking for an In-house Solicitor (part-time) with the ability to undertake remote/flexible working to join our Legal Team. This role will involve commercial and policy drafting, ensuring business compliance, and providing legal advice to internal stakeholders.
We welcome ingenuity and value individuals who are passionate about contributing to a high-performance team. This opportunity could be a great fit for you if you have a keen eye for detail, are highly organised, and remain calm and collected in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Overseeing, managing, and mitigating legal risks.
2. Providing high-quality and timely legal advice that focuses on practical solutions to resolve issues and help the business achieve its goals.
3. Ensuring that contracts are drafted, negotiated, and managed efficiently and effectively.
4. Delivering a proactive, efficient, and robust advisory role to a variety of stakeholders on a range of legal topics.
5. Day to day maintenance of contract database.
Qualifications / Experience:
First degree (in Law);
Completed your legal qualification and registered with the relevant regulatory body (Solicitors Regulation Authority)
Admission to the roll of solicitors
Compulsory legal CPD completed within relevant legal fields.
A minimum of 3+ years’ experience obtained in an in-house role and/or law firm setting, ideally with experience gained in or with a commercial environment or team.
Experience of advising on commercial contracts with a range of complexities
Understanding of evolving regulations, particularly relating to data privacy and advertising.
Basic understanding of Competition Law.
Good understanding of IP Law
You will need to have:
Good communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent attitude to work
Excellent time management skills
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously
About us...
☀️Holiday purchase scheme.
SimplyHealth Medical Cash Plan (varying levels of cover)
1 week a year to work anywhere in the world… it can be Fiji or your sofa.
Thirsty Thursdays -the bar opens at 5pm every Thursday for a drink or an alternative soft drink of choice.
Flexible working, so you can fit in your spin class… or hit snooze on your alarm, we don’t judge!
1 week extra off work if you get married! (Not deducted from your annual leave)
Employer pension contributions.
Generous staff discount… Great sample sales throughout the year so you can stock up on Christmas Presents!
Welcome to the Family Lyle & Scott Items!
Training and learning development.
Season Ticket Loan.
✈️ Holiday loyalty scheme: the longer you’re with us, the more we will increase your allowance
Cycle2Work Scheme.
Dog-friendly office.
Please apply with your CVs through LinkedIn.
Lyle & Scott is an Equal Opportunities Employer and treats all applications purely based on skills and experience.