Lead Legal Counsel

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Lead Legal Counsel - Commercial to join a major purpose-led organisation in the West Midlands.Reporting directly to the General Counsel, you''ll lead the commercial legal function, advise on strategically important matters and manage and develop a team of lawyers and paralegals.Client DetailsOur client is a large, commercially focused and socially responsible housing organisation that reinvests its surplus into improving homes, services and local communities.The organisation has created a diverse and inclusive working environment where different perspectives are valued. It also places considerable emphasis on professional development, supporting colleagues through external training, professional qualifications and funded memberships.DescriptionThe Lead Legal Counsel - Commercial will be:Acting as the senior legal lead for commercial contracts, procurement and wider commercial matters.Advising on complex and high-value contracts, frameworks, collaboration agreements and strategic partnerships.Leading and developing the in-house commercial legal team, including supervising lawyers, paralegals and legal assistants.Supporting procurement activity by advising on legal compliance, risk allocation and commercial contracting strategy.Managing external legal advisers to ensure consistent quality, value and cost-effective support.Working closely with senior stakeholders to enable commercial objectives while maintaining appropriate regulatory ..... full job details .....