Corporate Legal Director

Corporate Legal Director - Special Projects (FTC to Dec 2026)

Location: Slough (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Rate: Up to £672 per day PAYE (via agency payroll only)
FTSE 20 Global Consumer Goods Company

Duration: up to 17months

We are seeking an ambitious Corporate Legal Director to join the Group Legal team of an FTSE 20 business on a temporary contract until 31 December 2026.
Reporting to the SVP Legal: Corporate, M&A and Governance, you will lead on a high-profile, cross-functional restructuring project spanning 15-20 international markets. This project will consolidate legal entity structures globally, requiring deep corporate expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-border advisory capability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex restructuring across multiple jurisdictions

• Advise on entity structuring, contracts, transaction documents, and negotiations

• Work closely with tax, governance, and head office teams

• Manage external counsel and internal legal team members

• Engage with senior business leaders to deliver pragmatic, strategic solutions

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, or equivalent) with 6+ PQE in corporate/transactional law

• Background in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational

• Track record advising listed businesses on corporate matters

• International restructuring experience is desirable

• Confident, collaborative, and able to operate at a senior stakeholder level

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation programme at one of the world's most respected consumer goods businesses.

Apply now to discuss this unique role in more detail.