General Legal Counsel (Commercial) in England

General Legal Counsel (Commercial) in England

England Full-Time 60000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Marsden

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead legal strategies and negotiate high-value contracts in a fast-paced environment.
  • Company: Join a dynamic, PE-backed scale-up with global reach.
  • Benefits: Fully remote role with flexible working hours and competitive pay.
  • Other info: Opportunity to influence senior leadership and drive impactful change.
  • Why this job: Be a key player in shaping legal processes during an exciting growth phase.
  • Qualifications: Senior commercial lawyer with experience in PE-backed businesses.

The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.

Interim General Counsel | PE‑Backed Scale‑Up | FTC

Start: ASAP

Duration: 6-7 months (FTC)

Fully remote

We’re working with a PE‑backed, high‑growth global business entering an exciting scale‑up phase.

  • Acting as the senior legal lead, reporting directly into the CEO and sitting on the Senior Leadership Team.
  • Drafting and negotiating high‑value commercial and customer contracts.
  • Owning stakeholder management across commercial teams and senior leadership.
  • Building and embedding legal processes, including contract management systems, to support growth and exit readiness.
  • Senior commercial lawyer with experience in PE‑backed scale‑ups and/or businesses that have been through an exit.
  • Highly commercial, pragmatic, and solutions‑focused.
  • Comfortable multitasking while building legal infrastructure and delivering BAU.

General Legal Counsel (Commercial) in England employer: Marsden

Join a dynamic and innovative PE-backed scale-up that offers a fully remote working environment, allowing for flexibility and work-life balance. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will have the opportunity to shape legal processes and contribute to the company's growth trajectory while enjoying a culture that values collaboration, professional development, and meaningful impact. This role not only provides a chance to lead in a high-stakes environment but also fosters personal and career growth in a supportive setting.

Marsden

Contact Details:

Marsden Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace General Legal Counsel (Commercial) in England

Contract Drafting
Contract Negotiation
Stakeholder Management
Legal Process Development
Commercial Awareness
Problem-Solving Skills
Multitasking