At a Glance
- Tasks: Support contract drafting, negotiation, and provide commercial legal advice across the Group.
- Company: Dynamic legal team within a forward-thinking organisation in Leicester.
- Benefits: Hybrid working model, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced environment with a focus on continuous improvement and technology integration.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team and make a real impact on legal compliance and risk management.
- Qualifications: UK qualified solicitor with 6-8 years of post-qualification experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Oak Meadow, Leicester
Duration: 2-3 months
Mode: Hybrid (3-4 Days/Week)
ROLE SUMMARY
Reporting into the Chief Legal Officer, the successful candidate is expected to coordinate and help ensure the Legal function delivers 'best in class' service to the Group, with specific responsibility for day-to-day commercial legal support across the various functions within the Group. The role will involve supporting contract drafting, negotiation, contract management, and wider commercial advisory work across the group, thereby ensuring that the Group remains legally compliant and that commercial and regulatory risk is mitigated effectively.
SKILLS
- Contract drafting, review and negotiation
- Dealing with ad-hoc customer/supplier complaints
- General commercial legal advice
- Providing advice on existing and proposed commercial arrangements
- Drafting commercial contracts and other commercial documents
- Manage external advisors on discreet matters
- Support with the monitoring and communication of legal updates/training across the Group and advocate best practice
- Proactively drive continuous improvement in the wider legal team including the use of technology and other solutions to drive process improvements and manage risk
- Commercial dispute resolution where necessary (pre-litigation)
- Ability to help raise the profile and influence of the legal function across the group
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, TECHNICAL SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE
UK qualified solicitor with between 6 to 8 years' post qualification experience. Experience in a non-contentious commercial role. In-house exposure would be an advantage. This is a demanding role and will require somebody with substantial in-house experience to help navigate challenges.
Interim Commercial Lawyer employer: Harvey Nash
As an Interim Commercial Lawyer at our Oak Meadow location in Leicester, you will join a dynamic and supportive team that values collaboration and innovation. We offer a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development within a 'best in class' legal function. Our commitment to continuous improvement and the use of technology ensures that you will be part of a forward-thinking environment where your contributions are recognised and valued.
