Legal Counsel

  • Michael Page (UK)
  • Jul 29, 2025
Full time Legal

Job Description

  • Broad legal remit across commercial, employment & H&S
  • £75-100K + flexible 2-3 days in office

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally significant industrial manufacturer, employing thousands across the UK. With a proud heritage and major backing from international investors, they're a cornerstone of the UK's supply chain. Operating at large scale and undergoing strategic transformation, they offer a people-focused culture with investment in employee wellbeing and development. Benefits include generous holiday, private medical cover, employer pension, and a range of family-friendly perks.

Job Description

The Legal Counsel will be:

  • Advising on commercial contracts; sales, procurement, supply chain (international and domestic)
  • Providing proactive commercial and sales support
  • Managing data protection compliance (UK GDPR, DPIAs)
  • Handling initial employment matters
  • Advising on health and safety legal frameworks
  • Working with panel firms on litigation/complex issues
  • Supporting risk/opportunity assessment across operations
  • Reporting to senior leadership

The Successful Applicant

The Legal Counsel should be:

  • A solicitor (or equivalent) with 6+ years PQE
  • Skilled in drafting & negotiating commercial agreements
  • Ideally, with international contract experience
  • Confident with data protection and employment matters
  • Able to manage external firms and drive in-house projects
  • Comfortable working autonomously and delivering at pace
  • Strong communicator with solid stakeholder management

What's on Offer

  • Fixed-term 6-month contract, immediate start
  • Salary between £75-100k, depending on experience
  • Hybrid working: 2-3 days/week in South Yorkshire office
  • Excellent benefits: private medical, 35 days' holiday, pension
  • Be part of a high-impact, nationally significant manufacturer
  • Work in a collaborative, fast-evolving legal function


If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.