Legal Counsel - In-house

Social network you want to login/join with:Location: GloucesterSalary: Up to £90,000 FTE (pro-rata for part-time)Sector: HospitalityWe are working with a dynamic and growing hospitality company to find them a qualified

Legal Counsel

to join their team.This is a unique opportunity to take full ownership of legal matters where you can shape your role and make a real impact, supporting group expansion in the UK and internationally.This role offers flexibility, and we welcome applications from those who are interested in working 3 days per week .However, you will need to be in the office in Gloucester for work days.About the RoleYou will play a key role in client contract negotiations, provide legal guidance to the executive team and wider business, and ensure compliance with UK and international regulations. While you''ll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, you''ll also be supported by the executive team and external legal advisors as needed.Key ResponsibilitiesContract Negotiation and Drafting:

Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including client, vendor, and outsourcing agreements.Legal Compliance and Regulatory Guidance:

Ensure compliance with UK and international laws, covering corporate governance, employment, and commercial regulations.Risk Management and Mitigation:

Identify legal risks and advise stakeholders on strategies to reduce them.Data Privacy and Security:

Oversee data protection compliance (including GDPR) and advise on best practices.Stakeholder Communication and Reporting:

Deliver clear, practical legal advice to non-legal colleagues, ensuring business and legal alignment.Corporate and Commercial Matters:

Support key transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.Training and Education:

Develop and deliver legal training sessions to internal teams, fostering a culture of compliance.Manage External Legal Providers:

Oversee relationships and billing with specialist legal advisors.Due Diligence:

Lead the due diligence process for group transactions.Alignment:

Align existing agreements with external advisors and develop engagement frameworks.Review and Protection:

Conduct comprehensive reviews of all legal matters to ensure compliance and protection.All about you:Qualified Solicitor (UK) with strong post-qualified experience in commercial, corporate, or technology law.Minimum two years'' experience in private practice at a law firm.Proven experience managing legal risks on complex projects and large-scale programmes.Expertise in data protection and compliance, including GDPR and data security.Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, able to work autonomously and manage multiple projects.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts for non-legal colleagues.Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) experience is highly desirable.If you are a proactive, business-savvy legal professional ready to take on a high-impact role, we want to hear from you. Send your CV toYou must be able to live and work without restriction in the ..... full job details .....