In-House Legal Counsel

Cheshire Temporary £40 - £60 per hour View Job Description
This 3-month locum Legal Counsel role is based in Cheshire and offers hybrid working. You'll draft, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts while supporting internal stakeholders across diverse business functions.
  • Immediate Start - 3 month contract
  • Work with an industry leader in their field

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking, award-winning business in the services sector, known for its innovation, diverse client base, and commitment to employee development. They offer a supportive environment where team collaboration and professional growth are at the forefront. With established legal processes and a clear playbook, this is a great opportunity to make an impact in a dynamic setting.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

  • Drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts with clients and suppliers.
  • Providing legal advice to senior managers and directors on a variety of matters.
  • Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Supporting functions such as HR, Finance, IT, Sales, and Marketing.
  • Developing and delivering training resources for the legal team and wider business.

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years of experience.
  • Experienced in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts.
  • Experienced in drafting outsourcing agreements.
  • Skilled at managing workloads in a fast-paced environment.
  • Confident working independently and collaboratively in a small team.
  • Familiar with working in in-house legal teams or well-known law firms.

What's on Offer

  • Immediate start on a 3-month locum contract.
  • Competitive daily rate and hybrid working.
  • Opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive legal team.
  • Exposure to high-level stakeholder engagement and diverse commercial work.



If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Contact
Michael Bailey
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6599602
Phone number
+441132437739

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Business Services
Location
Cheshire
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Michael Bailey
Consultant phone
+441132437739
Job reference
JN-112024-6599602