Commercial Counsel

11 hours ago

Dunstable, United Kingdom Addition+ Full time

We are looking for a Commercial Counsel. This is your chance to join a leading brand within the hospitality sector.


What You Can Expect

  • Location – Dunstable (Hybrid 3 days in per week)
  • Salary – £650 - £750 per day Inside IR35
  • Industry – Hospitality
  • Work type – 3-month contract (Immediate start)


Main Responsibilities as a Commercial Counsel

  • Drafting, negotiating and finalising a wide variety of complex commercial contracts including heads of terms and confidentiality agreements.
  • Ensuring that all contracts protect the businesses interests and minimise risks.
  • Developing and standardising legal agreements to improve efficiency and consistency.
  • Proactively engaging with stakeholders to streamline agreement processes.
  • Providing prompt and practical legal advice to the marketing team to ensure compliance with advertising and marketing laws/regulations.
  • Advising on the application of advertising codes of practices and helping the business avoid potential fines, public censure or reputational damage.
  • Assisting the Legal Director and General Counsel in implementing and improving the compliance program, including adherence to the Code of Conduct and ASA compliance.


Skills, Qualifications, and Experience

  • *CANDIDATES MUST BE BASED IN THE UK*
  • Proven track record within a commercial role.
  • Experience working with contracts, compliance and general corporate is essential.
  • Qualified Solicitor with at least 6 years post qualification experience at a large commercial law firm or large PLC in-house department is essential.
  • A Bachelor’s degree with a 2:1 or above grade from an established university.
  • Experience applying ASA rules and guide terms to ensure compliance is desirable.


What’s In It For You

  • Amazing company to work for.
  • Immediate Start
  • Leading business


For further information on this Commercial Counsel role apply below


We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.


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