Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel\n\nHybrid | South Wales| Competitive Salary + Benefits\n\nAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join a fast-growing international business operating within the compliance, sustainability and risk management space.\n\nBacked by private equity investment, the organisation has experienced significant growth through acquisition and continues to expand its global footprint across the UK and North America. The business supports organisations operating in highly regulated and complex industries, providing a broad range of compliance-led and advisory solutions.\n\nThis role offers the opportunity to join a collaborative in-house legal and compliance function within a business undergoing continued transformation and growth.\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nReporting into the General Counsel, you will provide commercially focused legal advice across a diverse group of businesses, partnering closely with stakeholders across multiple functions and brands.\n\nThe role is primarily UK-focused, although there may be opportunities to gain exposure to international legal matters over time, particularly in North America.\n\nThis is an ideal opportunity for a lawyer looking to broaden their in-house experience within a fast-paced and evolving environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nAdvising the wider business on a broad range of commercial legal matters\nDrafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, supplier contracts and NDAs\nSupporting stakeholders across multiple business units and functions\nAssisting with company secretarial and corporate governance matters across the group structure\nSupporting on data protection and privacy-related matters\nAssisting with intellectual property, trademarks and brand protection issues\nManaging ad hoc legal queries and supporting wider business projects\nLiaising with external counsel where specialist support is required\nProviding pragmatic, solutions-focused legal guidance to minimise commercial riskAbout You\n\nQualified Solicitor in England & Wales\nIdeally 2-4 years' PQE, although applications outside of this range will also be considered\nStrong background in commercial contracts and general commercial law\nExcellent drafting and negotiation skills\nAble to provide practical, business-focused legal advice\nComfortable building relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the business\nOrganised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities\nPrior in-house experience is beneficial but not essentialWhy Apply?\n\nOpportunity to join a growing private equity-backed international business\nBroad commercial role with excellent exposure across the organisation\nSupportive and collaborative legal team\nOpportunity for longer-term international exposure\nHybrid working environment with flexibility\nModern office environment with on-site parking\nStrong benefits package and long-term development opportunitiesPackage & Benefits\n\nHybrid working (typically 2-3 days in office)\nEnhanced annual leave\nPension contribution\nHealthcare cash plan\nLife assurance\nLearning & development support\nAdditional wellbeing and lifestyle benefitsAre you up to the challenge?\n\nIf you're a Solicitor ready to make that step in to a great in house role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch to find out more.