Legal Director
London – £100,000 - £150,000
Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will lead legal support for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution. You will also provide legal guidance on new acquisitions and investments, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. Additionally, you will draft board materials and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors on key projects. A key part of the role is negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements, ensuring they meet business objectives. You will also advise on regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution, offering practical legal solutions in a commercial context.
Key Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, with 10-15 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in any consumer business industry. You should have strong in-house experience, particularly in corporate law, including M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings. Expertise in negotiating complex agreements and resolving disputes is essential. You must demonstrate business-focused legal judgment and possess excellent communication skills. Experience working in a multicultural, global environment will be beneficial.
What They Offer:
Our client offers a competitive salary, a 10-15% bonus, full family healthcare, 25 days of holiday, and a 5% employer pension contribution. The working model is hybrid, with office days from Monday to Wednesday.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the legal strategy of a growing, global company at the forefront of the consumer business sector.
What do you enjoy doing outside of work?
Spending time outdoors with my husband, our 3 dogs, friends and family, or being curled up on a couch with a good war-history book.
How do you measure success in your job?
Building long-term relationships with clients and candidates that results in you becoming their primary, preferred and trusted recruitment partner.
What skills do you think are most important for someone in your role?
Navigating the commonly unpredictable landscape of recruitment requires a combination of grit, resilience, determination, and a strong commitment to achieving your objectives. It involves maintaining effort and interest over time, despite challenges and setbacks, which is inevitable when working with people.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Corporate Finance
- Type: In House
- Salary: £100,000 - £150,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: London
- Reference: 1068790
