b Overview /b p In this role you provide strategic, commercially focused legal support to enable growth while managing risk. You work as a trusted partner to Sales, Customer Service, and Procurement across multiple jurisdictions. You will handle complex contracts, data protection and regulatory compliance, and governance with a practical, solution-driven approach. The position supports central governance and legal operations, delivering business-friendly legal guidance at scale. This role offers remote/hybrid working with some in-person collaboration in Edinburgh. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Remote/Hybrid-Working arrangements /li li Competitive salary and benefits package /li li Supportive and collaborative working environment /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements including global sales contracts, tenders, supplier agreements and IP licences /li li Partner with Sales, Customer Service and Procurement to balance legal risk with commercial objectives /li li Support revenue-generating activities by structuring robust contract solutions /li li Provide GDPR and data protection legal advice and regulatory compliance guidance /li li Advise on competition law, anti-bribery and broader regulatory obligations /li li Monitor regulatory developments and translate changes into practical business guidance /li li Support corporate governance and legal entity management /li li Manage contract governance processes, repositories and signing controls /li li Identify, assess and mitigate legal risks and improve internal reporting on legal risks and trends /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li Qualified Solicitor (Scotland or England Wales) with circa 3-4 years PQE /li li Experience negotiating complex, commercial contracts /li li Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at all levels /li /ul ul li stakeholder management /li li influence across the organization /li li clear communication /li li GDPR and data protection /li li competition law /li li anti-bribery and regulatory compliance /li /ul
Junior Legal Counsel (Remote/Hybrid) employer: Thomson LRC
Join a leading UK law firm in Leeds as a Contentious Construction Lawyer, where you will engage in high-profile construction disputes while enjoying a collaborative and supportive work culture. The firm prioritises employee growth with excellent training, a clear progression pathway, and the opportunity to work closely with market-leading Partners on complex projects. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, this role offers a meaningful career in a dynamic environment that values both individual contributions and teamwork.
