Senior Legal Counsel

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.

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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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