Senior Counsel, Leading Retail Brand
About the Company
This leading international retailer has an opportunity for a senior commercial lawyer to join for a contract of at least 6 months (although this may be extended.)
About the Opportunity
As a senior commercial lawyer for a well-recognised fashion retail brand, you will lead on complex, business critical contracts relating to distribution and logistics, ocean and air freight, movement of goods and customs services. This is a varied position and in addition, you will also lead on negotiations in relation to a range of other matters including business projects and procurement, particularly on a cross-border basis. Whilst certainly part of the European legal team, the role will best suit an individual who can directly support the business on complex negotiations.
About You
Experience of large transactions particularly relating to distribution and logistics is key; more general corporate and commercial experience will be highly regarded. Experience in and an understanding of industry which relate to the movement of goods across borders would be welcome. The ability to hit the ground running on establishing relationships across a complex business is important, as well as bringing a balance between being able to manage stakeholders whilst also finding ways to support the business.
A commercial contracts background would be useful, although a corporate background is also of interest. The ability to foster strong working relationships and work with a highly commercial, international business is essential.
This is a unique opportunity to join a consumer-led, high profile international organisation in a key role for the business.
The business has a 2 day a week hybrid working policy in its Hertfordshire office.
