Job Description
Legal CounselFolkestonePearson Whiffin Recruitment are delighted to be representing a top employer in the Kent area in their search for Legal Counsel.Joining a small team, this unique role requires someone French speaking, with a good understanding of working with international stakeholders.If you are a multi-lingual UK qualified Solicitor, 3 years + PQE, including in-house, with an interest in working locally for a global organisation, this could be the role for you!Duties include:Offering comprehensive legal guidance and support across all business areas with a view to risk mitigationWorking closely with a counterpart team in FranceExtensive contract management drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contractsWorking collaboratively to identify any legal implications arising from everyday operational and commercial activitiesOffering solutions to mitigate risk across the GroupProviding sound legal expertise and guidance regarding any regulatory and compliance requirementsTo be considered for this In-House Lawyer role, you will:Be a UK qualified solicitor with several years PQEExperience working in-house in a varied roles with exposure to corporate, commercial and regulatory issuesBe able to speak English and FrenchWork autonomously in your current role, or have the ability and confidence to do soHave experience managing a wide range of operational and commercial contracts encompassing provision of goods and materials, construction/development projects, IT, intellectual property, marketingHave a good level of commercial acumen with the ability to work collaboratively with awareness of cultural differences with a view to achieving shared goalsIdeally have some practice experience although this is not essentialBe flexible and adaptable, able to commit to working on site in Folkestone as required initially this will be daily before moving to a hybrid working patternWhy would you want to work here? Why wouldnt you!Unique opportunity to work for a business like no other!Great benefits including annual bonusVaried and interesting workloadGlobal reachOpportunities for progression and developmentYou will have the chance to make an impact through autonomous workingChance to use your language skills!This role offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced sector where no two days are the same.If you feel you meet the above criteria, please apply online for immediate consideration.This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment.TPBN1_UKTJ