Interim In House Lawyer- Maternity leave from September 2026 for 12 months.
As part of an established and brilliantly friendly legal team, responsibilities will include;
- Drafting, negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial agreements.
- Providing legal advice on a range of issues, including but not limited to the cost-effective resolution of contentious matters.
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and business partners.
- Identifying legal risks and communicating these to the Executive for risk acceptance in accordance with established procedures.
- Advising on operational and related issues and providing pragmatic advice on ongoing ad-hoc queries.
- Assisting in the management of other areas including disputes, employment, approving marketing materials, IP and IT
Background required
A qualified solicitor with 2-5 years post-qualification experience;
- Commercial contracts experience, ideally in- house;
- Strong commercial acumen and pragmatism;
- A solution focused approach;
- A highly pro-active attitude
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks, take initiative and produce work to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail;
- Strong relationship building skills ad someone who loves to work in great teams.
We would be happy to consider lawyers at a more senior level if there is flexibility on salary expectations.
Hybrid working pattern 2 days office per week required.
We are also open to part-time 3/4 days.
Locations
NewportWales
