Slater and Gordon are a leading consumer law firm which provides a broad range of specialist legal and complementary services.
We are undergoing a huge transformation across all areas of the business, with a focus on people and technology, and our mission is to give people easier access to our world class legal services.We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced In-House Counsel to join our team.
We are seeking an experienced, qualified corporate/commercial lawyer to provide advice on a wide range of corporate, commercial, regulatory, data protection and dispute resolution matters.Some of the advice provided will be in response to business need and some will be more project-based, supporting ongoing strategy initiatives.
This is a varied role, but there is a strong bias towards drafting commercial contracts.
Working on a wide ranges of legal disciplines including some data protection advice (with the support of specialised lawyers).
In addition, there is a corporate governance element to this role requiring the solicitor to assist with key company secretarial duties, such as company filings and managing deadlines.Responsibilities:Be capable of independently completing contracts (both drafting and reviewing completed drafts) from concept through to final signed versionUndertake corporate work mattersProvide legal support to company projects and initiativesManage external legal advisorsBuild and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across the Slater and Gordon GroupAdvise on regulatory, data protection and dispute resolution matters where the need arises and with appropriate supportContribute to the team goals including innovating, automating and standardising processesAbout You:Qualified solicitor (on the roll of solicitors and authorised to practise in the jurisdiction of England & Wales)Demonstrable experience in relevant areas of law (mainly commercial contracts)Experience of working in regulated environmentCommercial dispute experienceCommercially pragmatic with good business acumenAble to work collaboratively with the legal team/GCO and wider stakeholders within the Slater and Gordon business groupCommercially minded and able to provide legal advice in the context of the wider business aimsWhat we offer in return: We offer a hybrid working environment, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package including 25 days holiday allowance plus the option to purchase an extra 5 days, pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance and income protection insurance.
The opportunity to develop a rewarding and successful career with an award- winning law firm.