Senior Legal Counsel

Uxbridge – £80,000 - £95,000

Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial
Location: West London (Hybrid)
Salary: £90,000–£100,000

An exciting opportunity for an experienced commercial lawyer to join the in-house legal team of a large, multi-site organisation undergoing significant transformation and growth.

This is a broad and commercially focused role offering exposure to complex legal matters across a diverse business. Working closely with the Head of Legal, you will partner with senior leaders to provide pragmatic legal advice, negotiate high-value commercial agreements and play a key role in supporting strategic initiatives, digital transformation and operational improvement.

The position would suit a commercially minded solicitor who enjoys working closely with stakeholders, influencing decision-making and acting as a trusted business partner in a fast-paced environment

You will advise on a wide range of commercial legal matters, taking ownership of complex contractual arrangements while helping the business manage legal risk and achieve its commercial objectives.

About You

Ideally we are seeking a minimum of 3 years PQE with strong commercial contracts experience gained either in-house or in private practice. You will be confident working independently, managing competing priorities and building effective relationships across all levels of a business.

You should be able to demonstrate:
  • Strong experience drafting, negotiating and advising on a broad range of commercial contracts
  • Excellent commercial judgement and a pragmatic approach to legal risk.
  • Experience supporting technology, IT or outsourcing agreements.
  • Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Confidence advising senior executives and influencing commercial decisions.
  • A proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent organisational skills.
  • The ability to work across a broad range of legal matters and quickly develop knowledge in new areas where required.
What's on Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation where the legal team is viewed as a genuine commercial partner. You'll enjoy varied, high-profile work, close interaction with senior leadership and the opportunity to contribute to business transformation while continuing to broaden your in-house legal expertise.

If you're looking for an in-house role that combines strategic commercial work with genuine business partnering and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.

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Huw Flanagan-Roberts

Associate Recruitment Consultant
0117 284 2120

huw@douglas-scott.co.uk

Huw Flanagan-Roberts is a Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, having joined the team under a year ago. With a background in sales management and a design degree, Huw has a unique combination of skills that he uses to build strong relationships with clients and candidates in the legal sector. Inspired by his personal connection to law through his marriage to a corporate lawyer, he is comfortable navigating legal terminology and helping candidates and clients in their career journeys. Outside of work, Huw grew up in Wales and speaks Welsh almost fluently, a skill he enjoys using when visiting his homeland.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Commercial Contracts
  • Type: In House
  • Salary: £80,000 - £95,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Uxbridge
  • Reference: 1356053