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Senior Legal Counsel

Posted 2 days ago by Robert Walters

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced commercial lawyer to join a high-performing in-house legal team supporting complex UK and international projects within a highly regulated environment. This role is initially a 12 month contract, paying a competitive day rate and allowing you to work flexibly.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead on the drafting, review and negotiation of complex commercial contracts, including multi-jurisdictional agreements.
  • Advise on public procurement matters, including Procurement Act 2023 compliance, tender documentation and supplier contracts.
  • Support senior leadership on legal risk, governance and compliance matters.
  • Provide practical legal guidance across a range of commercial, regulatory and operational issues.
  • Partner with procurement, commercial and business teams to deliver solutions-focused legal support.
  • Participate in customer, supplier and stakeholder negotiations.

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor with senior level experience.
  • Admitted to the Bar in England & Wales
  • Strong in-house and/or private practice commercial contracts experience.
  • Proven background advising on public procurement and supplier contracting.
  • Experience negotiating complex commercial arrangements with senior external stakeholders.
  • Commercially minded, pragmatic and confident operating in fast-paced environments.
  • Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal audiences.

Details

  • 12-month day rate contract.
  • Hybrid working arrangement, 2 days onsite
  • UK travel required on occasion.
Rate:
Not specified
Location:
Warrington
IR35 Status:
Not specified
Remote Status:
Hybrid
Industry:
Legal & Compliance
Seniority Level:
Senior

Take-Home Pay

Not Available

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