Legal Counsel - London
The British Museum is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join its Legal Services & Information Governance team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister to provide high-quality in-house legal advice across a diverse range of legal and commercial matters. Working closely with the General Counsel and wider legal team, you will support the Museums operations, strategic objectives and compliance obligations while helping to protect one of the worlds leading cultural institutions.
If you have experience practicing in the UK and are looking for a varied, high-impact legal role, we welcome your application!
About you
- A qualified solicitor or barrister admitted to practice in England and Wales.
- Experienced in providing legal advice either in-house or in private practice.
- Able to demonstrate strong knowledge and practical experience of relevant areas of UK law and legal practice. Knowledge and experience of the public and/or charitable sector is advantageous.
- Skilled at assessing legal and commercial risk and providing clear, pragmatic advice.
- An excellent communicator, capable of explaining complex legal matters to non-legal audiences.
- Able to manage a varied workload and work effectively to competing priorities and deadlines.
- A collaborative team player with strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
Key areas of responsibility
- Provide high-quality, practical and commercially focused legal advice across the organisation, including guidance on matters of policy, compliance, governance and conflict of interest.
- Assist with commercial negotiations and contract drafting to secure effective outcomes and value for money.
- Manage relationships with external legal advisers and counsel where required.
- Maintain and develop standard contract templates and legal documentation.
- Advise on legal risk and support effective organisational decision-making.
- Help ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with colleagues across Legal Services, Information Governance and Rights teams.
- Deliver legal training and guidance to internal stakeholders.
- Monitor legal developments and recommend updates to policies, procedures and practices as required.
The Masterplan
The British Museum is undertaking its biggest transformation since its founding nearly 300 years ago. This physical and intellectual transformation includes large scale building and gallery transformation, new ways of connecting with audiences and different ways of working. As we look towards this exciting future, we remain guided by the words of our founder Hans Sloane - who dreamed of a museum connecting all arts and sciences, which would be accessible to everyone, everywhere.
At the British Museum, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do and have designed a benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary. Our full list of benefits can be found here , but weve outlined some highlights below:
- Free exhibition entry for you and guests, exclusive private views, ICOM and reciprocal museum access.
- Civil Service Pension Scheme defined benefit with 28.97% employer contribution.
- 25 days annual leave plus
Legal Counsel - London in Witney employer: The British Museum
The British Museum is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that values curiosity and inclusivity. As a Project Curator, you will benefit from a comprehensive benefits package, including generous annual leave, professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment that encourages personal growth. Located in London, you will collaborate with leading experts while contributing to transformative exhibitions that engage diverse audiences worldwide.
