At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our in-house Legal and Compliance team, managing contracts and data protection matters.
- Company: Be part of the University of Warwick, a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and an attractive pension scheme.
- Other info: Flexible working options available, including part-time roles and hybrid working.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while building trusted relationships across the institution.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years’ PQE with knowledge of contracts law and data protection.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a lawyer to join the in‑house Legal and Compliance team at the University of Warwick. You will be a key part of our busy in‑house team, managing a diverse portfolio including contract and data protection matters with a wide‑ranging value and risk profile, while also supporting broader in‑house activity and cross‑institutional projects.
You will develop a detailed understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing the education sector. By supporting a single client, the role allows you to build trusted relationships with Academic and Professional Services colleagues from across the institution and develop a thorough understanding of the institution’s culture, priorities and approach to risk. This, in turn, allows you to deliver strategic legal advice and support effective decision‑making, free from the demands of time recording, billing targets, and traditional business development.
You will have the opportunity to work with a friendly, supportive and collaborative team that recognises and celebrates each other’s personal and professional achievements.
Flexible Working
We will consider applications for employment on a part‑time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full‑time. We value work‑life balance, with flexible working available and current staff arrangements including 4‑day working weeks and work patterns aligned with school hours. The team also operates a hybrid model of two in‑office days per week (currently Tuesdays and Thursdays), with pro‑rata options for part‑time roles. Due to ongoing works on campus, in‑person attendance is currently limited to Tuesdays, on an interim basis until approximately January 2027, with hot desking available on campus on other days.
About You
A sound knowledge of contracts law, data protection and strong negotiating and drafting skills are essential. This is the ideal opportunity for a solicitor with 1‑3 years’ PQE who is looking to work in‑house.
Benefits
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Junior Legal Counsel (108091-0426) employer: University of Warwick
The University of Warwick is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for its in-house Legal and Compliance team. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and generous benefits such as 30 days of holiday and an attractive pension scheme, employees are encouraged to thrive both personally and professionally. The opportunity to engage with a diverse portfolio of legal matters while building trusted relationships across the institution makes this role particularly rewarding for those seeking meaningful employment in the education sector.
