Legal Counsel

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel for a well known retail business based in Somerset. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing comprehensive legal support to the company, ensuring the highest level of professionalism and efficiency.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established company in the retail industry. They pride themselves on their commitment to customer service and their dedication to maintaining a high level of quality in their products and services.

Description

· Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, support with data protection compliance.

· Providing support as needed on intellectual property, contentious and non-contentious matters, marketing, advertising, and regulatory issues.

· Managing the legal risk in commercial relationships with suppliers, both goods for resale (stock suppliers) and goods & services not for resale (non-stock suppliers), including tenders, contracts, and disputes.

· Drafting and negotiating wide range of commercial contracts (terms and conditions, marketing, intellectual property licences, NDAs).

· Developing and ensuring compliance with templates, standard terms, and playbook.

· Working with colleagues across the Group and external counsel.

· Negotiating the contractual arrangements with data processors.

· Working with the Data Protection Manager to identify data risks, proposing solutions and managing stakeholders.

· Working with the Regulatory & Compliance Officer to ensure that marketing and promotional activity complies with applicable legislation.

· Advising on contentious and non-contentious matters and leading settlement negotiations.

· Supporting on corporate governance matters.

· Providing support and guidance to Legal team members as necessary.

Profile

A successful 'Legal Counsel' should have:

• A degree in Law and a valid legal qualification e. CILEX, contracts manager or a solicitor.
• Strong experience in the retail industry.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• A thorough understanding of corporate law and governance.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary, ranging from £60,000 to £70,000 per annum.
• Hybrid working, one day in the office required in Somerset.
• Flexible working hours
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• A positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Legal Counsel looking to take the next step in their career. We encourage all interested applicants to apply.