At a Glance
- Tasks: Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Company: Join a well-known FTSE-listed retail business with a collaborative legal team.
- Benefits: Hybrid working model with a 6-month contract and hands-on experience.
- Other info: Perfect for those who thrive in a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a busy role while supporting a dynamic legal team.
- Qualifications: 3-6 years' PQE with a focus on commercial law; retail experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
We're looking for an interim commercial lawyer to join a well-known FTSE-listed retail business on an initial contract basis, busy, collaborative in-house legal team.
Interim Commercial Lawyer Type: Interim 6-month contract | Days: 5 days per week (hybrid); 3 days/week in the office
You'll work alongside the Group Legal Director for Corporate, providing solid, hands-on support across a broad commercial workload. This is a busy BAU role — perfect for someone who enjoys getting through volume and doing it well.
What you'll be doing:
- Reviewing, drafting and negotiating a range of commercial contracts
- Supporting the wider legal team on day-to-day corporate and commercial matters
- Working efficiently with minimal hand-holding in a fast-moving retail environment
What we're looking for:
- 3–6 years' PQE, ideally from a commercial background, retail/FMCG commercial experience a plus
- Comfortable with contract-heavy, BAU workloads
- Pragmatic, organised, and able to hit the ground running
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
We think you need these skills to ace Legal Commercial - Immediate Start
Commercial Law
Contract Drafting
Contract Negotiation
Legal Research
Corporate Law
Retail Law
FMCG Experience
