Legal Counsel - International Plc

An international, listed business is looking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join its established in house team. This is an opportunity to step into a high performing legal function with strong senior leadership and support from specialist lawyers. You will advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including technology, logistics, marketing, sponsorship and procurement. In addition, you will have the opportunity to contribute to global transformation projects, support on high profile commercial initiatives, and provide strategic input on marketing and advertising matters across a dynamic, consumer facing environment.

The position offers close interaction with senior stakeholders across the business, providing scope to influence decision making and play a visible role in commercially significant projects.

• UK qualified solicitor with 3 years+ PQE
• Strong experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (in house or private practice)
• Commercially minded, with the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice
• Confident engaging with stakeholders across all levels of a business

• Broad, high quality commercial work with international scope
• Exposure to high profile projects and strategic initiatives
• Collaborative and well resourced legal team
• Hybrid working (circa 3 days in the office)
• Office based in the North West (commutable from Manchester)

This role would suit a commercially minded lawyer looking to transition in house or build on existing in house experience within a globally recognised and fast evolving business.