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Legal Counsel

East Midlands Interim View Job Description
A leading organisation is seeking an In-house Lawyer to join its legal function in the East Midlands. This 12-month FTC offers exposure to varied commercial legal work within a fast-paced and collaborative business environment, with the possibility of transitioning into a permanent role.
  • Immediate start 12-month FTC with potential to go permanent
  • Join a recognised household brand's legal team

About Our Client

The client is a well-established and highly respected national organisation with a strong market presence and reputation for quality and customer excellence. Known for investing in its people, the business promotes a collaborative, supportive culture with clear career development opportunities. The organisation places strong emphasis on innovation, operational excellence and maintaining high ethical and governance standards, making it an attractive environment for in-house legal professionals.

Job Description

The In-house Lawyer will be:



  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts and agreements


  • Advising stakeholders on legal risk across business operations


  • Supporting procurement, supplier and customer contract matters


  • Providing pragmatic legal advice to support business growth and strategy


  • Assisting with governance, compliance and regulatory matters

The Successful Applicant

The In-house Lawyer should be:



  • A solicitor or equivalent with commercial contracts experience


  • Experienced advising on legal risk within a business environment


  • Confident drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements


  • Able to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams


  • Ideally immediately available or available at short notice

What's on Offer

This role offers a salary of up to £50,000 alongside a strong benefits package, including generous holiday allowance, pension contributions, employee discount schemes and flexible working options. The organisation is well known for supporting career progression, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and varied commercial work. This 12-month FTC provides an immediate start with a strong possibility of becoming permanent for the right candidate.

If you're an experienced In-house Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.

Contact
Sam Muller
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6945149
Phone number
+44 121 634 6944

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
East Midlands
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Sam Muller
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6944
Job reference
JN-022026-6945149