Legal Counsel

Description:

As Legal Counsel you will provide legal support and advice across the ABS Business unit in the UK and EMEA. Working as part of a small, specialist global team reporting to the Group Assistant General Counsel. You will be responsible for providing general legal advice as well as the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts, analysing commercial risk and ensuring that effective communication is maintained with the relevant business customers and external counsel, as well as providing support to the Group General Counsel, Genus, as required.

The Candidate

• Legally qualified in the UK to practice as a solicitor
• Enough PQE to add value immediately – either from another in-house legal environment or potentially private practice.
• Strong understanding of contract law and proven experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of contracts.
• Experience in drafting and rolling out legal training.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team (in person and virtual setting).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and remain focused
• Weekly travel to ABS offices in Cheshire to engage with key stakeholders (2 days in the office).