Divisional Legal Director - In House
Greater Manchester – £85,000 - £95,000
New opportunity for a Mid / Senior In-House Solicitor to act as the lead Solicitor for a Division of a leading UK Professional Services businessThe successful candidate will form part of a tight knit, high performing legal team which contributes significantly to the Group business achieving its strategic aims. The business operates in both the Public & Private Sector and has a large footprint across a number of key industries
As Legal Director, you will report directly to the Deputy General counsel and MD for the Division. You'll undertake a wide range of legal/commercial duties which make the role varied and challenging.
• Providing up to date and timely commercial legal advice on bids, contracts and renewals for Healthcare Division
• Working collaboratively with business divisions and functions to assist with the successful completion of projects
• Negotiating and finalising multiple supplier and customer contracts
• Provide swift support on other legal and commercial issues as they arise for key front line business areas
• Build and maintain strong internal relationships with divisional leaders
• Collaborate and share best Practice with the wider legal department
Ideally you will have a detailed knowledge of a wide range of Construction and Commercial agreements. You will be a proven influencer and have significant exposure to Senior stakeholder level in an in-house environment. Once a month travel to London for SLT meetings is required
This is a fantastic opportunity for Mid to Senior In-House Lawyers who prefer a fast paced environment and enjoy the challenge of undertaking varied legal work in support of a large business. If the role sounds of interest send a CV to Nick Barrass to be considered.
Nick is part of our In-House team, operating across the North of England for all sizes of business across a variety of sectors. Nick handles candidates of all levels from Paralegals to General Counsel, ensuring they find the perfect fit for their next career move. He works with longstanding businesses which have established Legal teams, as well as those who are trying to build new Legal functions and make that important 1st In-House Legal Hire. Prior to Douglas Scott, he worked for 2 years at a Financial Services Recruiter and has 6 years’ experience in the Real Estate Finance sector. Nick studied Sport and Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Construction Law
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £85,000 - £95,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: Greater Manchester
- Reference: 1132269
