Legal Counsel Mat Cover (18m FTC)
  • England,South East,West Sussex,Crawley
  • Full Time, Contract
  • Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Full job descriptionReporting to the General Counsel for Europe, you will provide legal, compliance and risk management support across multiple jurisdictions.
Client Details
Our client is a leading global organisation operating at the forefront of a highly innovative, technology-driven industry. With a strong international presence across Europe, Asia and North America, the business is recognised for its cutting-edge solutions and collaborative culture.
The European headquarters, based near Gatwick, plays a key role in supporting regional operations and driving strategic initiatives.
Description
Key responsibilities include:
*Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts
*Advising stakeholders on legal risks and contractual strategy
*Supporting compliance initiatives and risk management activities
*Managing legal documentation and internal contract systems
*Coordinating execution of contracts (electronic and wet signature)
*Liaising with external parties on notarisation and apostille matters
*Attending compliance meetings and maintaining accurate records
*Delivering timely, pragmatic legal advice to internal clients


Profile
You will be a qualified Solicitor with 2-3 years’ PQE, gained in private practice and/or in-house.
You will demonstrate:
*Experience in areas such as data protection, employment, product regulation or international trade
*Strong contract drafting, negotiation and advisory skills
*Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
*Ability to manage multiple matters and work to tight deadlines
*A proactive, adaptable and commercially minded approach
*Additional European language skills would be advantageous but are not essential.
Job Offer
*Competitive salary + bonus
*18m FTC
*A generous 25 days of holiday leave + bank hols
*Hybrid working model with two days in the Crawley office and three days from home.
*Participation in a pension scheme
*Bonus opportunity
Job number 3820473

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