Legal Counselor

2 months ago


Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Pembrook Resourcing Full time
Job Description

Pembrook Resourcing is seeking a highly skilled Legal Advisor to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise the business on all legal issues relating to agreements, litigation, consumer complaints, planning, and ad hoc property projects.
  • Manage all aspects of civil litigation claims, including drafting substantive responses, Proceedings, and Particulars of Claim/Defence.
  • Liaise and negotiate with lenders regarding rates, terms, operating agreements, and consumer complaints.
  • Advise the business on applicable legal obligations, identifying and rationalizing legal risk, and ensuring legal input to internal governance and compliance processes.
  • Contribute to the drafting of policy, process, and guidance on legal issues.
  • Prepare and deliver in-house training on legal topics.
  • Liaise with and manage the business's external legal services provider.
  • Complete all internal and external reporting requirements, including assisting the compliance and accounts team with FCA returns.

Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of business law and litigation procedures.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.