Legal Counsel, Manchester
We are recruiting on behalf of a global company who are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Legal Counsel to join their growing team based in Manchester. This role is integral to our continued success and offers a unique opportunity to work across various sectors, with a primary focus on commercial contracts. You will be instrumental in drafting, negotiating, and finalising contracts, ensuring they meet their strategic objectives while managing the complexities of multi-party negotiations.
While the role is heavily contract-focused, you'll also have the opportunity to engage in project work and collaborate closely with the sales team on strategic initiatives. This position requires a professional who can maintain a fast pace, handle detailed contract work, and possess the foresight to drive agreements to completion.
About the Role
- Role: Legal Counsel
- Position: Full time, permanent
- Location: Manchester, 3 days in office, 2 from home
- Salary: up to £50K per annum
- Benefits: 32 days holiday, life assurance, pension, Christmas shutdown.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
- Collaborate with the sales team to align legal strategies with business goals.
- Engage in project work and contribute to company-wide initiatives.
- Manage a variety of legal tasks with attention to detail and a results-driven mindset.
Requirements
- Experience: At least 1 year of post-qualification experience.
- Commercial Expertise: Essential commercial contract experience.
- Background: Ideally, experience in an in-house legal team, though we welcome applicants from agency backgrounds.
- Qualifications: Solicitor or CILEx (Chartered Institute of Legal Executives) qualifications.
- *Roberts Webb Recruitment are acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of this company and role**