Legal Counsel – Cheltenham

Legal Counsel role with Retail Client in Cheltenham As Legal Counsel, you will: Advise on the negotiation and commercial implementation of a diverse range of contracts spanning IT, compliance, supply chain, sustainability, marketing, real estate, digital, wholesale, licensing, and franchise across global operations. Support the General Counsel in managing litigation matters. Serve as a member of the Commercial Legal team, engaging in areas such as sourcing, compliance, supply chain management, sustainability, marketing, real estate, wholesale, licensing, and franchise. Build and nurture strong relationships across the company to understand strategic objectives and commercial priorities. Drive continuous improvement within the legal team, leveraging technology and innovative solutions to enhance processes and manage risk effectively. Develop creative and pragmatic commercial solutions for complex issues. Oversee the instruction of external counsel and other service providers as needed. ABOUT YOU A qualified solicitor in England and Wales with expertise in IP, Commercial, Tech, or Commercial Litigation. Ideally, you bring at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, but exceptional candidates at any level will be considered. Commercially minded, with a keen understanding of business operations, finance, and commercial strategies. Technically proficient with a solid grasp of the laws, regulations, and processes governing retail and consumer-led businesses. Experienced in an in-house setting, either through previous roles or secondment. Detail-oriented and take pride in producing high-quality work, setting high standards for the team. A strong communicator with the confidence to present to senior stakeholders. Highly organized, diligent, and exceptional with attention to detail. Collaborative and team-oriented, fostering a productive working environment. Solution-focused, decisive, and proactive in getting things done. Energetic, resilient, adaptable, and calm under pressure, embracing change with a positive outlook. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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