Interim In-House Solicitor

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced solicitor to join a well-established organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract in an in-house legal capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice across all areas of the business, working closely with senior stakeholders including the General Counsel and Company Secretary.
• Support corporate activity including restructuring, investment, disposals, due diligence, and membership models.
• Advise on intellectual property, commercial contracts, property and construction matters, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage commercial contentious matters at pre-litigation stage, aiming for early and effective resolution.
• Support procurement, compliance, and subsidy control activities.
• Provide employment law guidance to HR and wider business functions.
• Maintain and develop legal templates for contracts across sales, procurement, and business development.
• Deliver internal legal training on key areas such as contracts, IP, and confidentiality.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales.
• Significant experience within a commercial law firm and/or in-house legal environment.
• Strong background in commercial contracts, intellectual property, and wider commercial law.
• Experience handling complex or high-value transactions.