Group Legal Counsel - UK & EU
2 days ago
City of London
London (Hybrid – 3 days office) TT Electronics, a global electronics manufacturer powering everything from satellites to stairlifts (yes, even the Mars Rover!), is looking for a proactive, commercially minded Group Legal Counsel to join their small but high‑impact legal team. With a new CEO, renewed momentum, and a focus on growth - including an active M&A agenda - this is an exceptional opportunity to step into a broad, influential, high‑visibility role at a UK‑listed PLC. Why TT Electronics? • A close‑knit, high‑energy legal team with real influence, • Exposure to the full legal spectrum: commercial, M&A, compliance, governance, IP, litigation, • A business with real engineering expertise and a compelling growth story, • Head office relocated to London (Bank) in 2026 - bringing new energy into the organisation, • Genuine opportunity to shape legal strategy and partner directly with leadership This is the perfect role for someone wanting to move in‑house or take the next step up in responsibility - breadth, ownership, and variety come as standard. The Role As Group Legal Counsel – Europe, you’ll report directly to the Group General Counsel & Company Secretary and act as a trusted advisor across TT’s UK and EU operations. You’ll handle: Core Responsibilities • Leading on commercial contracting across customers, suppliers, consultancy and distribution agreements, • Supporting and leading elements of M&A transactions, including diligence, execution and integration, • Supporting compliance across data protection, export controls, anti‑bribery, and wider regulatory matters, • Managing litigation and disputes, • Contributing to strong corporate governance across EU, • Advising on IP considerations (primarily soft IP), • Partnering with business leaders as a genuine “sounding board”, • Liaising with top‑tier external counsel, • Providing training across sites - including UK travel and occasional trips to Asia You’ll work closely with a small, agile legal team including the GC, a Deputy CoSec, a US-qualified lawyer, and your counterpart in the UK/Asia region. What We're Looking For • England & Wales qualified solicitor, • 4+ PQE (sweet spot: 4–8 PQE), • Strong background in M&A (either in practice or in‑house), • Experience in commercial contracts with an interest to learn more, • Ability to communicate complex issues simply and effectively, • A collaborative, positive personality – cultural fit is key, • Someone who loves rolling up their sleeves and getting stuck in, • No sector experience needed (but always a bonus) This is a role for someone who wants variety, visibility, and meaningful impact - not a siloed specialist seat. Working Pattern & Environment • 3 days/week in the office, • Travel to UK sites encouraged (4–6 times per year), • Join a vibrant head office of ~20 people with real cross‑functional collaboration Interested? Let's Talk If you - or someone you know - would thrive in a dynamic environment with huge breadth and the chance to work closely with senior leadership at a UK PLC, I’d love to hear from you. Drop me a message or email for a confidential chat.