Legal Counsel in Slough

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.

We are now looking for a Legal Counsel to join our Commercial Legal team. You will advise the businesses of the Guardian Media Group (GMG) on a broad range of commercial, corporate, regulatory, intellectual property, contentious and other legal matters.

Advising on a wide range of contentious and non-contentious commercial legal matters including in the areas of technology, digital content, regulatory, intellectual property and commercial disputes. Autonomously managing a range of matters and proactively assisting with the management and ongoing improvement of the legal function. Reviewing, negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial contracts—large and small—including B2C terms, content, sponsorship and digital agreements, joint venture arrangements, procurement, distribution, advertising, technology and other agreements. Managing external counsel in the UK and abroad. Working closely with the Data Privacy team and other key stakeholders.

• Qualified, experienced solicitor
• Solid experience in commercial, intellectual property, advertising, competition, publishing law and/or related areas, either with a leading law firm or an established in-house legal department
• Sound knowledge of law of contract, intellectual property, advertising and related areas
• A commitment to our values: honesty, integrity, courage, fairness, and a sense of duty to the reader and the community
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate concisely and effectively at all levels

We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. We operate in a hybrid environment working 3 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 2 days a week remotely.

You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an additional 5 days. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and Pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.