At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal advice on contracts, company law, and procurement for a charity.
- Company: Join UCAS, a purpose-driven charity connecting people to education and opportunities.
- Benefits: Up to £50,000 salary, hybrid working, 30 days leave, and wellness support.
- Other info: Enjoy a collaborative culture with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your legal skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor or legal executive with experience in commercial contracts.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Business Unit Description
Our Finance and Corporate Services business unit is a fusion of multiple functions – financial planning and accounting, facilities and building management, procurement, corporate governance and performance, legal and compliance.
The Finance Team also defines UCAS' financial strategy.
About The Role
To support the provision of timely, outcomes‑focused and commercially astute legal advice with a focus on contracts, company, intellectual property and procurement, to support the charity and its trading subsidiary, UCAS Media.
Taking a risk‑based approach to legal advice, you will work with Senior Legal Counsel and Governance teams to ensure legal advice is robust and pragmatic.
Contractual Hours
35.00 hours per week.
- Key Accountabilities
- Identifying legal risks within the company and advising on appropriate ways to manage and mitigate such risks that are relevant and proportionate to UCAS and its activities.
- Dealing with the preparation, negotiation, drafting, revision, and finalisation of various contract documents including Terms of Service and a range of terms and conditions to support business activities.
You will be expected to apply your expertise across UCAS ‘standard terms’, supplier terms as well as bespoke contracts.
- You Will Support the Legal and Governance Teams With
- Updating/upkeeping effectively completed legal agreements/advice and legal precedents.
- Maintaining our Legal and Regulatory Register, including keeping up to date with legislative changes which may impact on UCAS’ business in terms of compliance.
Skills, Qualifications, And Experience
- You will be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with a proven track record of drafting and advising on commercial contracts and procurement.
- You will have experience of identifying and managing legal risk across a diverse legal portfolio utilizing a risk‑based approach to delivering pragmatic advice and guidance.
- Ideally you will have experience in an in‑house environment.
- Strong technical skills and attention to detail particularly in contractual matters is essential.
- You will be a team player who works collaboratively with a positive and proactive approach which is outcomes focused.
- You will need to have a can‑do attitude as well as a willingness to work flexibly with colleagues of differing skills and experience.
- You must be approachable and be able to present your legal advice in a plain and concise manner.
Package
- Purpose‑driven work in a charity‑led organisation connecting people to education and opportunity
- Internal training, mentoring and access to industry‑recognised certifications through our development academies
- Hybrid working model built on trust and flexibility, with a 35‑hour week and flexible contracts
- 30 days annual leave, 3 concessionary days over Christmas, bank holidays, and the option to purchase additional leave
- Everyday wellbeing support through Perkbox, offering discounts and wellness tools
- Onsite facilities including a subsidised gym, café and free parking at our Cheltenham office
- Inclusive culture supported by employee networks, wellbeing champions, and Mental Health First Aiders
- Recognition and reward through our quarterly employee scheme and an ex‑gratia bonus for going above and beyond
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Legal Counsel in Gloucester employer: UCAS
UCAS is an exceptional employer, offering a purpose-driven work environment that connects individuals to higher education opportunities. With a strong commitment to employee growth through internal training and access to industry-recognised certifications, UCAS fosters an inclusive culture supported by various employee networks and wellbeing initiatives. The hybrid working model, generous leave policies, and onsite facilities further enhance the overall employee experience, making it a rewarding place to work in Cheltenham.
