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Legal & Regulatory Compliance | Regional Leader | 4+ PQE \n\n A major UK law firm with a strong presence in the South West is looking to appoint an ambitious Associate to join its specialist Risk & Compliance team. Led by senior in-house counsel, the team plays a key role in ensuring the firm meets its legal and regulatory obligations while supporting strategic projects and operational delivery. \n\n This is a varied, high-impact role within a well-established function, offering scope to develop within a respected, collaborative firm. \n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n\n\t • Advising on legal and regulatory compliance, including terms of engagement and audit processes\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Supporting on internal contract matters and the legal risk aspects of client pitches\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Working on bespoke projects in collaboration with senior internal stakeholders\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Advising on wider legal risk issues across the business\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Contributing to ongoing development of risk management frameworks and policies\n\t \n\t\n\n\n About You \n\n\n\t • At least 4 years’ PQE, with experience in risk, compliance, regulatory law, or contracts\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Interest in or experience of law firm risk management\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Sound judgement and the ability to take a reasoned, measured approach\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Confidence working with a wide range of internal stakeholders\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Strong communication and drafting skills\n\n\n \n\n What We Offer \n\n\n\t • Exposure to a wide variety of compliance and legal risk matters\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Supportive team culture within a nationally respected firm\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Opportunity to contribute to a growing, strategic business function\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Hybrid working and flexibility\n\n\n \n\n\n\t • Competitive regional salary and benefits\n\t \n\t\n\n\n This is a valuable opportunity to develop your career in a well-regarded firm known for both its quality of work and its working environment. \n\n

Legal Counsel 1+pqe guide Our client is a global leader operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector. As part of an established in house legal function, you will provide a wide variety of commercial legal advice within a dynamic and complex business environment. We are looking for a versatile Commercial/Corporate lawyer with a commercial approach. Key responsibilities • Act as a key contact for stakeholders in a range of business units and corporate support departments to help influence and implement business strategy and direction., • Act as a primary contact for the UK sales subsidiary providing day‑to‑day advice to sales and marketing colleagues., • Review, draft and negotiate high-value, complex commercial contracts with customers, sales intermediaries, suppliers, service providers and other key business partners., • Corporate Support/Assist with M&A, • Support the business with responses to tenders and customer queries., • Support on L&S change and process improvement projects that underpin the business’s key objectives across multiple disciplines., • Support operational and commercial functions with day-to-day legal queries and issues., • Work with product development teams to ensure compliance with commercial and IP frameworks., • Assist in maintaining the L&S team’s templates, precedents and other know-how materials., • Provide practical solutions to complex legal problems as a key business partner., • Support senior lawyers as required, both in the UK and internationally. Key requirements • Qualified solicitor (UK) with 2 - 5 pqe and experience in delivering pragmatic, commercial legal advice in a demanding private practice or in-house environment., • Excellent drafting commercial contracts experience, • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Desirable • Working in house – ideally within the manufacturing or industrial sectors, • Mergers and acquisitions, • Real estate and property, • Construction, • Software licensing and AI, • Contract management and other legal tools **This is a role requiring office presence 3-4 days per week. The offices are easily commutable from Bristol.

Job Title: Senior HR Business Partner (UK) – Product R&D (PI) Team Department: EU HR Location: Keynsham, UK Reporting to: EU HRD Scope: UK Product R&D team (PI/R&D-related functions), working closely with EU/HQ stakeholders Working Language: English (mandatory) Mission As the HRBP for the UK R&D organisation, you will be responsible for building and strengthening the UK local HR operations and compensation & benefits (C&B) capability, partnering with business leaders to drive organisation and talent outcomes, and owning hiring delivery for critical R&D roles. Through data-driven and mechanism-based approaches, you will improve delivery and collaboration, reduce employee relations and compliance risks, and support stable business growth. Key Responsibilities 1. UK Local HR Operations + Compensation & Benefits (C&B) (Must-have) • Strong hands-on knowledge of UK local C&B and employment practices: able to independently work with payroll/benefits providers and manage payroll execution, payroll changes, pension (auto-enrolment), sick pay (SSP and any enhanced sick pay if applicable), holidays and leave rules and operations • Establish and improve the minimum viable UK local policies and governance framework (policy definitions, approval paths, exception handling and documentation) to reduce case-by-case negotiation and repeated disputes • Align with Finance/Legal on benefits costs, contract term impacts and employment risks to ensure controllable and compliant operations 2. Understanding of R&D Organisation & Business Partnering (Able to “Speak R&D”) • Understand the product R&D delivery lifecycle (requirements/planning → design → development → testing → release → iteration) and common R&D roles and ways of working (PM/PO/Dev/QA/Tech Lead/Architect, etc.) • Able to have business-level discussions with R&D leaders on organisation structure, capability gaps, productivity, delivery cadence, risks and countermeasures • Support workforce planning for the R&D team: critical role prioritisation, headcount pacing, capability gaps and hiring strategy (aligned with EU HRD) 3. Hiring Delivery (R&D Hiring Delivery) • Own hiring delivery for critical R&D roles: role scoping/capability alignment, sourcing strategy (referrals/agency/direct), funnel management and execution cadence • Drive interviewer calibration and interview quality (scorecards, feedback SLAs, decision mechanisms) to reduce delays and mis-hires • Participate in key interviews and provide input on leveling/compensation recommendations (aligned with EU HRD/Finance), and drive offer issuance and acceptance • Ensure pre-boarding readiness (notice period tracking, onboarding materials, onboarding plan) and post-joining probation objectives setup and follow-through 4. Performance & Talent Management • Drive probation objective setting and reviews, performance goal setting, performance reviews and calibration to ensure compliance and usable outcomes • Lead talent reviews, retention plans, succession and development plans, and ensure performance outcomes are applied (development/rewards/improvement/PIP/exits) 5. Employee Relations & Compliance (ER & Compliance) • Independently manage complex ER cases for the UK R&D team, including disciplinary/grievance, long-term sickness management, performance improvement (PIP), non-renewal/termination, etc. • Partner with external counsel to ensure documentation, evidence and processes are legally compliant and executable; control dispute risks 6. People Analytics & HR Systems (People Analytics & HRIS) • Build basic people dashboards for the R&D team (hiring funnel, attrition, performance distribution, ER risk, etc.) to support leadership decision-making • Participate in HRIS rollout and process digitisation to improve data accuracy, compliance traceability and operational efficiency 7. Cross-functional / Cross-regional Collaboration Support • Support the rollout of collaboration mechanisms for key projects: working agreements, RACI/escalation paths, retrospectives, etc. • Act as a neutral facilitator to drive conflict convergence and faster decision-making (not making business decisions on behalf of leaders, but ensuring mechanisms run effectively) Requirements (Must-have) • 6–10+ years of HRBP / HR Generalist experience, with hands-on UK local HR operations and C&B implementation experience (able to independently manage payroll/benefits/pension/sick pay topics) • Experience supporting product/R&D/engineering/technical teams; understand R&D organisation and delivery ways of working; able to engage deeply with R&D leaders and provide actionable solutions • Proven hiring delivery capability: able to manage R&D hiring funnel, drive interviewer decisions, and support leveling and offer closure • Strong ER capability: able to independently handle complex scenarios such as disciplinary/grievance/sickness/PIP/termination • Strong influencing and communication skills: able to drive leader decisions and execution using “facts + options + impact” • Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration capability, • Strong data mindset: able to use metrics to drive management and retrospectives, • Fluent English (written and spoken) Nice to have • Experience building UK local HR policy foundation from 0 to 1, • Vendor management experience (payroll, benefits, legal counsel, recruitment suppliers) • HRIS implementation / process digitisation experience, • Experience working with agencies, building talent pipelines, and driving employer branding

Senior Legal Counsel (maternity cover – 12 months fixed term) We are currently recruiting for a Senior Legal Counsel for maternity cover as part of the global legal and secretarial team. You will report to the Group Divisional Counsel based in the head office in the UK and work closely with senior stakeholders, including divisional and functional heads. Although this role is temporary, there may be other opportunities in the wider team for the right person at the end of the fixed term. Person specification You will be adept at drafting and negotiating commercial contracts to reduce legal risk in a dynamic and complex business environment. You will have superior interpersonal skills to influence and inform your stakeholders, both within team and wider business. Key responsibilities • Act as a key contact for senior stakeholders in a range of business units and corporate support departments to help influence and implement business strategy and direction., • Review, draft and negotiate high-value, complex commercial contracts with customers, sales intermediaries, suppliers and other key business partners., • Support change projects that underpin the business’s key objectives across multiple disciplines., • Support operational and commercial functions with day-to-day legal queries and issues., • Assist in maintaining the team’s templates, precedents and other know-how materials., • Provide practical solutions to complex legal problems as an experienced business partner., • Procure and manage external specialist counsel, • Address a broad range of legal and business issues while maintaining clear priorities and meeting deadlines., • Support the Group Divisional Counsel and other senior lawyers as required, both in the UK and internationally. Key requirements • Qualified solicitor (England and Wales) with 5+years experience in delivering pragmatic, commercial legal advice in a demanding private practice or in-house and evolving business environment., • Excellent technical knowledge of commercial law, with strong commercial contracts expertise and a working knowledge of intellectual property in commercial contracts., • Superior analytical skills and a creative, flexible approach to problem solving., • An ability to interact with people at all levels in the business. Experience in any of the following: o Cross-border contracts o Competition and antitrust o “Know your customer” and due diligence Hybrid role with some office time expected. Offices within commuting range of Bristol/Birmingham/Cheltenham/South Wales

In House Legal Counsel - Corporate/Commercial Our client is a global leader operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector. As part of an established in house legal function, you will provide a wide variety of commercial legal advice within a dynamic and complex business environment. We are looking for a versatile Commercial/Corporate lawyer with a commercial approach. This is an ideal opportunity for a Corporate lawyer to move into a broader role In House and into a role incorporating Corporate and commercial work. Key responsibilities • Act as a key contact for stakeholders in a range of business units and corporate support departments to help influence and implement business strategy and direction., • Act as a primary contact for the UK sales subsidiary providing day‑to‑day advice to sales and marketing colleagues., • Review, draft and negotiate high-value, complex commercial contracts with customers, sales intermediaries, suppliers, service providers and other key business partners., • Corporate Support/Assist with M&A, • Support the business with responses to tenders and customer queries., • Support on L&S change and process improvement projects that underpin the business’s key objectives across multiple disciplines., • Support operational and commercial functions with day-to-day legal queries and issues., • Work with product development teams to ensure compliance with commercial and IP frameworks., • Assist in maintaining the L&S team’s templates, precedents and other know-how materials., • Provide practical solutions to complex legal problems as a key business partner., • Support senior lawyers as required, both in the UK and internationally. Key requirements • Qualified solicitor (UK) with 1+pqe and experience in delivering pragmatic, commercial legal advice in a demanding private practice or in-house environment., • Corporate specialism or training, • Excellent drafting commercial contracts experience, • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Desirable • Mergers and acquisitions, • Real estate and property, • Construction, • Software licensing and AI, • Contract management and other legal tools **This is a role requiring office presence 3 days per week. The offices are easily commutable from Bristol.

In House Counsel Mid Level- Interim 12 Months maternity cover Our client is a global leader operating within the industrial and manufacturing sector. As part of an established in house legal function, you will provide a wide variety of commercial legal advice within a dynamic and complex business environment. We are looking for a versatile Commercial lawyer with a pragmatic and flexible approach with 3+pqe to assist during a busy period. Key responsibilities • Act as a key contact for stakeholders in a range of business units and corporate support departments to help influence and implement business strategy and direction., • Act as a primary contact for the UK sales subsidiary providing day‑to‑day advice to sales and marketing colleagues., • Review, draft and negotiate high-value, complex commercial contracts with customers, sales intermediaries, suppliers, service providers and other key business partners., • Corporate Support/Assist with M&A, • Support the business with responses to tenders and customer queries., • Support on L&S change and process improvement projects that underpin the business’s key objectives across multiple disciplines., • Support operational and commercial functions with day-to-day legal queries and issues., • Work with product development teams to ensure compliance with commercial and IP frameworks., • Assist in maintaining the L&S team’s templates, precedents and other know-how materials., • Provide practical solutions to complex legal problems as a key business partner., • Support senior lawyers as required, both in the UK and internationally. Key requirements • Qualified solicitor (UK) with 3+pqe and experience in delivering pragmatic, commercial legal advice in a demanding private practice or in-house environment., • Excellent drafting commercial contracts experience, • Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Desirable • Mergers and acquisitions, • Real estate and property, • Construction, • Software licensing and AI, • Contract management and other legal tools 1-2 Days+ day per week office based

Sherwin-Williams is the worlds largest paint and coatings company, with annual revenues of approximately $24 billion. Across the EMEAI region, the business operates in both industrial and consumer markets, with a presence in numerous countries and a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth. We are now seeking a Senior Counsel to join our established regional legal team, supporting our EMEAI Industrial businesses. This is a senior, highly visible role, offering the opportunity to work closely with leadership teams across an international, fast-paced environment. The role will be based in the Manchester area, with hybrid working available (not fully remote). Alternative locations, including Birmingham, may also be considered. Some national and international travel will be required. As Senior Counsel, you will provide senior-level legal support across Sherwin-Williams EMEAI operations, with a primary focus on the Global Industrial / Performance Coatings Group. You will act as a trusted advisor to management teams, delivering practical, commercially focused legal advice while supporting business objectives and effective risk management. You will support the following areas: • Act as the primary legal advisor to management teams within the Global Industrial / Performance Coatings Group in EMEAI., • Provide senior-level, solution-oriented legal advice across a wide range of matters, including:, • Commercial contracts and negotiations, • Disputes and claims management, • Employment and HR matters, • Real estate transactions and site-related issues, • Marketing and advertising compliance, • M&A and strategic transactions, • Export controls and wider compliance matters, • Proactively support legal and business projects, helping to identify, manage, and reduce legal risk., • Deliver training and guidance to stakeholders to enhance legal awareness and the effectiveness of in-house legal services. The skills and experience you will ideally have... • Qualified Solicitor (810+ years experience desirable, though candidates with strong relevant experience and competencies will be considered), • Experience gained in-house legal department., • Strong background in corporate, commercial, and contract law., • Proven experience drafting and negotiating complex contracts., • Experience in an international environment, • Work life balance hybrid and flexible working schedule, • Competitive compensation program, • Company bonus plan, • Private medical insurance, • Car allowance, • Company contributed pension, • Career growth opportunities in a truly international environment, • Innovation leaders in the protective coatings industry, • Sherwin Academy offers continuous training programs for all seniority levels Life with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being Career with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution Connection with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities It's all here for you... let's Create YourPossible Eligibility to Work You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for. Equal Opportunity Employer An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law. Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process. JBRP1_UKTJ

Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking international organisation operating across multiple continents. Known for its innovative approach, rich heritage and commitment to sustainability, the business manages its operations end-to-end and partners with teams across Europe, Africa, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. The company continues to expand its global footprint, driven by a diverse portfolio of well-established and emerging brands. With a culture that values ambition, creativity and collaboration, it offers an environment where legal professionals can shape strategy, influence decision-making and contribute to the long-term success of the organisation. They are now seeking a Legal Counsel to join their team in this newly created role, in either their Bristol or London office. This role offers exceptional breadth and the chance to have a real impact across a large and diverse regional structure. Your new role As Legal Counsel - EMEA, you will report to the Legal Director for the region and work closely with commercial, supply chain, corporate and marketing teams across the UK, Spain and wider EMEA markets. You will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring legal risks are appropriately managed and supporting the business with clear, commercially focused guidance.Key responsibilities include: • Drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide range of commercial contracts including sales...

About the job Job summary HMRC Legal Group is an outstanding legal function, recognised for our commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, customer service, and the rule of law. Our approximately 2,000 strong multi-disciplinary team plays a key role in delivering HMRC's purpose -collecting the money that funds public services - and in achieving the government's growth ambition. In particular, we support HMRC and Treasury Ministers on the annual Budget and Finance Bill, conduct litigation that protects billions of pounds in tax a year, and provide commercial advice on HMRC's ambitious digital transformation programme. As Legal Director responsible for Personal Tax and Cross-cutting Advisory, you will lead a team of over120 highly skilled lawyers who deliver legal services across a wide range of high-impact areas, including all taxes concerning individuals, benefits and credits, commercial law (including procurement, estates, and digital and technology), and criminal law. The directorate plays a key role in overseeing and drafting a significant volume of secondary legislation and working with Parliamentary Counsel on the annual Finance Bill and other primary legislation. The Legal Director is also responsible for advising myself and the Permanent Secretary on a range of sensitive matters relating to departmental governance and accountability. As a member of the Legal Group Senior Leadership team, you will work across the Legal Group to deliver our change priorities: investing in our people and culture, embracing digital innovation, and strengthening partnerships with stakeholders, so that we continue to deliver a quality service to HMRC and its customers. You will also contribute to the leadership of HMRC, the Government Legal Profession and the wider Civil Service. This is a pivotal leadership role at the heart of government. The legal work is complex, intellectually stimulating and fascinating. It presents a unique opportunity to influence major policy and legislative developments while collaborating extensively across government and beyond. This role offers exceptional scope for leadership, impact, and professional challenge. Job description Reporting directly to the General Counsel and Director General of the Legal Group, you will have overall responsibility for ensuring provision of the directorate's advisory legal services, through direct management of six SCS1 deputy directors and wider command of over 120 highly skilled legal professionals. You will also be a member of the Legal Group Senior Leadership Team. Key responsibilities include: • Provide visible leadership to the directorate, communicating a compelling vision for the future and connecting the work of the directorate to HMRC and the government's purpose., • Ensure the provision of consistently excellent legal advisory and legislative services to HMRC, HM Treasury and Treasury Ministers (as part of the 'policy partnership' between HMRC and HM Treasury)., • Provide personal leadership and oversight on the most strategic and important legal advice and legislation, including membership of HMRC governance boards, and assurance to senior stakeholders., • Lead the directorate's support for HMRC's Transformation Roadmap, focusing on tax compliance, policy, disputes and the commercial aspects of HMRC's digital ambition., • Ensure systems are in place that set professional expectations and standards, assure performance and quality, and surface and address issues and risks., • Promote an open and inclusive culture, in which skills and careers development are prioritised., • Role model and promote the development of strong working relationships with colleagues in HMRC, HM Treasury and across government, as well as with external stakeholders., • Effective selection and management of external legal providers, where appropriate., • Excellent legal professional skills with significant knowledge and experience in delivering legal services, and the ability to command the confidence of senior officials and Ministers., • Capability to lead and manage a large legal directorate: setting direction; managing performance, finance and risks; and embracing innovation to improve service delivery and value for money., • Strong people leadership skills: promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, alongside developing capability and professionalism., • Capability to work collaboratively with senior peers in collectively leading a large and complex multi-disciplinary function: making a strong contribution to corporate leadership, initiating change, and driving an organisational culture of professional excellence and continuous improvement., • An understanding of and some experience of the work of Government, including primary and secondary legislation., • A CV detailing your career history, key responsibilities and achievements accounting for any employment gaps within the last two years., • UK nationals, • nationals of the Republic of Ireland, • nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK, • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window), • nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS), • individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020

A Leading law firm is looking to recruit dedicated and experienced Solicitor for highly sought permanent position. Gemini Recruitment are currently partnering with a large and established law firm. Our client serves corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 practice areas from offices throughout London and across England and Wales. Our clients accomplishments are acknowledged and recommended in The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, as a top tier firm. Our client holds the Investors in People Gold Accreditation Quality Standard Mark and is LEXCEL, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001-2013 accredited and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. About the role: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Solicitor Supervisor to join the Claims Against Public Authorities and Inquest department. The ideal candidate must have substantial supervisory experience and will take responsibility for overseeing casework within the department, as well as providing guidance and support to other lawyers. Key responsibilities include managing case preparation, conducting legal research, taking statements of evidence from clients and witnesses, and attending court hearings and conferences. Additionally, the candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting with an outsourcing project. This role requires a professional with a proven ability to lead and a deep commitment to protecting individual citizens' civil liberties. A strong determination to uphold and enforce human rights is essential. If you are a driven and capable leader with a passion for civil liberties and human rights, we encourage you to apply. Main Responsibilities of the Role: • Report directly to Department Director, • Professional pro-active approach, strong client care skills and a sensitive and sympathetic understanding of client needs, • Responsible for mixed caseload of inquest work, complaints against public authorities and pre and post-issue claimant litigation., • Ability to manage appropriate caseload types and supervision of a small team., • Making CCMS applications to the LAA., • Attending clients, taking instructions and briefing and liaising with counsel, negotiating with defendants, the IOPC and other legal professionals., • Dealing with correspondence., • Identifying the funding options and advising on the most appropriate one., • To run the caseload of varied, challenging and interesting work., • Ability to help in marketing the department and the firm through social media., • Solicitor with 2 - 5 years PQE or Legal Executive with 3+ years PQE in Civil Liberties work, • Supervisory experience is essential, • Experience working on publicly funded cases (CW1/Legal Help and Licensed/Certificated Work) and working with CCMS, • Ability to demonstrate experience in all areas of Claimant litigation, • Strong theoretical knowledge and demonstrable practical experience of the Civil Procedure Rules, • Strong research, analytical and critical thinking skills, • Knowledge and practical experience of applications for judicial review, • Effective organisational ability, able to work to tight deadlines under pressure On offer is an attractive salary package, a supportive team environment and real prospects for promotion. The Company will allow hybrid-working in accordance with the company policy. The company is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity and inclusivity of its staff and strives to ensure that their workforce reflects the diversity of the communities they serve. About Gemini Recruitment: Gemini Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specialising in legal recruitment. We provide a highly focused service specialising in placements for Solicitors, Legal Executives, Trainee Solicitors, Paralegals and Legal Support Staff. We have intimate knowledge of specific opportunities in the legal market across the UK. By applying to this vacancy you give Gemini Recruitment Services Limited permission to submit your CV to the hiring company and you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. JBRP1_UKTJ

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial and Property Solicitor / General Counsel to lead legal strategy across construction, commercial contracts and property matters within a growing UK organisation. This senior in-house role offers hybrid working and strategic influence at executive level. Commercial Property Solicitor at internal General Counsel UK-based- Hybrid with UK Travel • Full-time, permanent position Transforming PLC is a UK-based organisation delivering high-quality, safe and sustainable homes and environments that support operational teams and the people who use their services. The Group Legal team provides strategic legal support across construction projects, commercial contracting and property transactions, helping manage legal risk and support strong governance across the organisation. The Role This General Counsel position provides strategic legal leadership across construction, commercial and property matters, acting as a trusted adviser to the Executive Team and Board while ensuring robust governance, risk management and compliant project delivery. Key Responsibilities: • Provide legal leadership across construction, commercial contracts and property law, • Draft and negotiate JCT / NEC construction contracts and commercial agreements, • Advise on property transactions, leases and due diligence, • Manage legal risk, governance and compliance processes, • Lead dispute resolution and external legal counsel management You will be a qualified solicitor with strong experience across construction, commercial and property law, able to provide pragmatic legal advice while supporting business objectives. About you: • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales or UK jurisdiction), • Strong experience with construction contracts (JCT / NEC), • Expertise in commercial contract negotiation and drafting, • Experience with property transactions, leases and landlord & tenant matters, • Competitive £70,000 £90,000 salary, • Hybrid working with UK travel, • Opportunity to lead legal strategy in a growing organisation If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click apply today andcheck your inbox for an email providing more informationon how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies, please. Other suitable skills and experience include Head of Legal, Construction Solicitor, Property Solicitor, In-House Counsel, Senior Legal Counsel, Legal Director, Commercial Contracts Lawyer, Property and Development Solicitor, Infrastructure Solicitor, Corporate and Commercial Solicitor. JBRP1_UKTJ

The Claims Handler will manage a caseload of EL/PL delegated authority fixed fee cases on behalf of a number of insurance clients, working in conjunction with a Technical Support Lawyer who will be involved in setting strategies and making liability decisions, as well as responsible for their technical development. The role requires a forensic and analytical approach to the issues, together with experience and/or appreciation of the documents and evidence required in these types of cases. The work type likely to feature in the case load are Pre-action disclosure files, Infant Approval Hearings and EL/PL files handled on a Delegated Authority basis. In addition the Assistant File Handler will support File Handlers on tasks within their caseloads. Key Responsibilities • Considering and responding to Applications for Pre-action disclosure, • Handling matters in accordance with client SLA’s, • Instructing Counsel/advocate, • Reviewing evidence, • Legal Research, • Negotiations/ Drafting Payments into Court, • Dealing with routine correspondence, • Initial review and setting strategy for the management of the claim, • Reviewing matters throughout, • CRU, • Dealing with disclosure, • Reviewing evidence (including medical / personnel records), • Conducting investigations with Insured’s / obtaining witness statements, • Liaising with parties involved in c...

Legal Secretary | Criminal & Civil Law | Bristol | Up to £35,000 DOE An established Bristol practice is seeking a Legal Secretary to provide dedicated support to the Director within its busy Criminal and Civil Law department. This is a pivotal role offering close involvement in case progression and day-to-day operational support within a fast-moving environment. The successful candidate will act as the Director’s primary support, managing diaries, coordinating court listings, preparing legal correspondence and documentation, and liaising with clients, counsel, courts and third parties. Responsibilities will also include audio typing, file management, billing assistance, document preparation and ensuring compliance with GDPR and internal procedures. While prior experience in Criminal or Civil Law would be advantageous, it is not essential. The firm is open to candidates with strong administrative or PA experience who are highly organised, discreet and comfortable managing competing priorities. Applicants should demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and confidence working independently. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required, and audio typing skills would be beneficial. In return, the firm offers a competitive salary, a supportive working culture and the opportunity to develop experience across both Criminal and Civil Law, with clear scope for progression. How to Apply: Contact Alici...

We are hiring a Legal Counsel role in the Property, Infrastructure & Environment Legal Team, reporting to the Senior Lawyer. With core earnings of £8bn and free cash flow up 25% in FY25, we remain one of the UK’s most strategically important FTSE 100 companies, driving national connectivity, publ

A respected international law firm is seeking a Legal Counsel in Bristol to enhance its UK Risk & Compliance Department. The role involves advising on various legal matters including conflicts of interest, anti-money laundering compliance, and data protection.

The Legal Counsel - Corporate Services, EMEA will have demonstrable knowledge in the team’s areas of accountability and be prepared to develop expertise in multiple legal disciplines. Lead by the General Counsel – Corporate, EMEA, the team is responsible for a variety of areas of legal specialis

A higher education regulatory body in the UK is seeking a Legal Adviser to provide legal counsel on a range of issues affecting higher education.

As Legal Counsel, you’ll deliver practical, solutions-focused legal advice while managing your own caseload and supporting the wider legal team. Legal Counsel | Property & Housing | Hybrid | UK-based. Work within an experienced, supportive in-house legal team.

Our client is looking for a Legal counsel - property to join their in house legal team. Contribute to broader Legal & Compliance activities, including supplier meetings, minute-taking, and internal legal training. Build strong day-to-day relationships with outsourced legal suppliers to ensure qu

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a UK based multi-utility network utilities provider in their search for a Construction Legal Counsel. CONSTRUCTION LEGAL COUNSEL - UTILITIES. Reporting into the Head of Legal, the successful candidate will be responsible for advising

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will:. Are you a talented legal professional looking for your next big challenge? This is your chance to join a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation and play a pivotal role in shaping strategic investment decisions. Working closely with senior leaders, you’ll provide

Our client is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel (VP level) to join a high-performing Investment Services legal team on a 3-month fixed term contract. Legal Counsel - Investment Services (VP Level). This is a key advisory role supporting a sophisticated financial services business across a broad r

Our client is looking for a Legal counsel - property to join their in house legal team. Contribute to broader Legal & Compliance activities, including supplier meetings, minute-taking, and internal legal training. Assist in weekly legal sessions, managing escalations and monitoring case progress

At Valeo Foods UK we bring together a family of much-loved UK food brands supported by the scale and ambition of a global investment partner.From Kettles bold crunch to Rowses natural sweetness, through to Matthew Walker and Barratt Sweets, our portfolio blends heritage, craft and category-leading i

As Legal Counsel, you’ll deliver practical, solutions-focused legal advice while managing your own caseload and supporting the wider legal team. Legal Counsel | Property & Housing | Hybrid | UK-based. You’ll work closely with senior colleagues across the business, supervise others within the

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Senior Legal CounselEnergy/Construction firm1 year fixed term contractLondon (Hybrid working)£100K-£110KThe role:Advising the Asset Management Team in regard to existing O&M and EPC contracts (including defect liability matters), support and repair contracts required for ongoing maintenance and re

Valeo Foods Group is one of Europes fastest-growing food companies, specialising in sweets, snacks and treats.At Valeo Foods, we love to make everyday moments taste better and we are home to over 90 brands including Balconi, Pedro, Horalky, Rowse, Bernard, Barratts and Kettle Chips.We operate in ove

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel to join a pioneering technology business, dedicated to transforming operations worldwide. This role offers you the chance to provide legal support across a range of commercial functions, playing a pivotal part in the organisation's ongoing growt

About the role:Seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to manage our property and litigation matters. The successful candidate will have significant experience in property transactions, debt recovery, and litigation, with the ability to handle complex legal issues, mitigate risk, and support the busine

A specialist investment management firm in Greater London is seeking a Legal Counsel to oversee market data licensing and related commercial matters. The ideal candidate will have a UK solicitor qualification and 4-12 years' PQE, demonstrating strong market data expertise and commercial legal advice

We are seeking a Legal Counsel to join a dynamic in-house legal team within the life sciences sector on an initial 9-month fixed-term contract (with possibility of extension). This role will focus on providing commercial and IP legal support, working closely with internal stakeholders on a wide rang

The Legal Counsel will play a pivotal role in managing legal risk, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance across Miller's business operations globally. The Legal Counsel will contribute to the development and implementation of Miller's legal strategy across its global offices while maintai

A leading global financial institution is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their Leveraged & Acquisition Finance team. Ideal for those wanting to advance their career within an esteemed legal function.

The Legal Counsel will act as a trusted business partner to Sales, Partnerships, and Finance across multiple regions, while working closely with the Chief Legal Officer to ensure consistency, risk management, and scalable legal processes. We’re looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Senior Leg

We have a great opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join a highly regarded in house Legal team as a trusted legal advisor across our UK insurance and reinsurance operations, supporting them in the execution of their strategy by providing pragmatic solutions on a wide range of legal and regulat