Legal Counsel (6-month FTC)

Your new company
A leading international organisation known for its innovation in the leisure and hospitality industry, and its commitment to excellence and customer-centric approach, is looking to add to its legal team on a fixed-term basis. The business continues to grow globally, forging strong partnerships and delivering exceptional experiences across diverse markets.

Your new role
This position offers a chance to become part of a forward-thinking and collaborative global legal team. The role involves supporting a wide range of commercial and operational legal matters across multiple regions, with a particular emphasis on client-related contracts. It's a great fit for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic, cross-border setting and values independence, teamwork, and continuous development.

• Prepare, analyse, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including NDAs, terms and conditions, technology, supplier, partnership, service, vendor, and licencing agreements.
• Advise on legal issues relating to intellectual property, data protection, regulatory frameworks, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure legal input supports business objectives and product/service innovation.
• Conduct legal research and assess risks across jurisdictions to inform strategic initiatives.
• Serve as the main legal contact for assigned business units and liaise with external counsel on international matters.
• Improve legal processes by implementing efficiencies, using contract management systems, and standardising templates.

You'll be working with industry-leading brands across the globe.

What you'll need to succeed

• Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, Commonwealth or U. jurisdiction) with a minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Solid experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts in a cross-jurisdictional or international context is essential.
• Strong ability to deliver pragmatic legal advice in a fast-moving commercial context.
• Exposure to the US market is advantageous.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive prorated salary of c.£72k + bonus (with potential for flexibility)
• 25 days' annual leave + bank holidays
• Comprehensive benefits including pension, private healthcare, and life insurance
• Additional perks and development opportunities

This is a brilliant opportunity to further develop your UK commercial legal experience within a global environment.

What you need to do now
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