Senior Legal Counsel
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Organising Institution / Firm
Rolling Basis (Official)
Oxford, England, United Kingdom
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Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a current practising certificate and valid SRA registration; 8–12 years post‑qualification experience in a leading law firm, in‑house legal team or both; strong experience in corporate and commercial legal matters; proven expertise in drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial contracts; excellent understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance; strong commercial awareness and pragmatic problem‑solving skills; ability to manage matters independently and influence senior business leaders; exceptional attention to detail and relationship‑building skills.
Job
Full Opportunity Brief
Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom (monthly travel to Somerset site)
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with current practising certificate and valid SRA registration
- 8–12 years post‑qualification experience (law firm, in‑house, or combination)
- Strong corporate and commercial legal advisory experience
- Proven contract drafting, negotiation and risk‑mitigation skillsExcellent corporate governance and regulatory compliance knowledge
- Commercial awareness and pragmatic problem‑solving ability
- Independent matter management and senior stakeholder influence
- Exceptional attention to detail and relationship‑building skills
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Draft, review, negotiate and manage commercial agreements (construction, EPC, procurement, strategic contracts)
- Provide day‑to‑day corporate, governance and regulatory advice
- Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks
- Support business transactions and commercial initiatives
- Handle licensing, permits, approvals and regulatory compliance
- Assist with land acquisition, leasing, property due diligence and documentation
- Offer employment‑law guidance and support HR on risk management
- Advise on contractual disputes, manage external counsel, and support dispute resolution processes
- Maintain legal documentation, support audits, inspections and governance activities
Contact details not provided in the posting.
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