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Lime is the largest global shared micromobility business, operating in close to 30 countries across five continents. We're on a mission to build a future where transportation is shared, affordable and carbon-free. Our electric bikes and scooters have powered more than one billion rides in cities around the world. Named a 2025 Time 100 Most Influential Company, Lime continues to set the pace for shared micromobility globally, spurring a new generation of clean alternatives to car ownership. Lime are looking for an outstanding lawyer in London to join our fast-growing Markets & Revenue legal team as Legal Counsel for the United Kingdom and Ireland. Lime is at an exciting inflection point as we scale rapidly toward our next stage of growth. As we grow, we are transitioning to a more structured, high-performing organization and need someone who thrives in this evolution. This role will offer you a high-impact leadership position with the opportunity to shape legal strategy and execution in support of some of Lime's fastest growing markets. We're looking for someone ambitious, quick-thinking and pragmatic who is able to counsel on a broad range of legal topics concerning the company - this will range from administrative and public law issues, litigation, including managing personal injury claims, to familiarity with data sharing & commercial contracts. You will have 6+ years of experience working on these types of matters either in an in-house or private practice environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact as we build the foundation for long-term success. You will work as part of a talented team of legal professionals located in cities around the world, as well as a smart, friendly local cross-functional team in London. This is a hybrid position based in London that combines remote and onsite work. The incumbent must be based in London and will be required to attend our central London office regularly. What You'll Do: Advise on a broad range of legal matters across the UK and Ireland, including: City contract negotiation and public procurement Regulatory compliance Administrative and public law Commercial and consumer law Insurance and civil liability Commercial litigation, including management of personal injury claims Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day legal matters across UK and Ireland operations Partner closely with the General Manager, Operations and Government Relations teams to support business objectives while managing risk Provide practical, commercially focused advice that balances legal, reputational, regulatory, and operational considerations Lead and manage relationships with external counsel as needed Anticipate legal risks and implement processes and systems to mitigate exposure About You: Qualified solicitor with the ability to practice law in the UK 6+ years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in private practice and/or in-house Experience advising international or multi-jurisdictional businesses Strong background in commercial litigation, ideally including personal injury claims Proven ability to operate autonomously and manage complex, fast-moving matters Commercially pragmatic, solutions-oriented, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills High professional integrity and sound judgment Comfortable operating under pressure in a scaling, evolving organisation If you want to make an impact, Lime is the place for you. Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? If this role excites you we encourage you to apply. Explore all opportunities on our career page. Lime is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe different perspectives help us grow and achieve more. That's why we're dedicated to building and developing a team that reflects a wider range of backgrounds, abilities, identities, and experiences. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please email for assistance.

SeedLegals is the leading provider of automated legal solutions for startups, with offices in London, New York and Paris, and a team in Ireland. We're a Series A company, backed by exceptional VCs such as Index Ventures, committed to making entrepreneurship accessible to all. Since we launched in 2016, we've served more than 75,000 startups who have collectively raised more than £2 billion on our platform. We've changed how early-stage companies fundraise, reward their teams and scale their businesses, forever. Our values are key to our success; here at SeedLegals, we: Invest and trust in each other; Are committed to a growth mindset; Embrace diversity and cultivate inclusion; And are driven by customer success. About the Legal Team We are an innovative and highly collaborative Legal team of around 12 people. Unlike other in-house roles, at SeedLegals, our lawyers are right in the middle of our products - helping to shape (at scale) the way in which companies pitch to investors, raise investment, and hire and retain talent. We automate what we can, and give customers access to experienced lawyers to handle the rest. The Legal team is split into three divisions: GC (commercial & regulatory), Legal Product and Legal Advisory. While each division has a clear remit, we work collaboratively to continuously improve our products, deliver value to our customers and insulate the business from the typical risks that high-growth tech companies face. SeedLegals offers its lawyers the chance to work in a variety of roles, all of which have a genuine and realisable impact on our revenue and growth. While we sell automated solutions, it is our outstanding team behind the scenes that create, maintain and support our platform products. We are committed to continuous learning and development as a business and as a legal team. You'll have access to knowledge management resources and a variety of online learning tools. Most importantly, we learn from each other in a psychologically safe space in which no idea is too outrageous to be given air time. Everyone in the team contributes to this learning environment, sharing ideas and best practice. About the Role We're seeking a bright, ambitious Legal Counsel to join the in house Legal team at SeedLegals. Working across the GC (commercial & regulatory) and Legal Product teams, and reporting directly to the Head of Legal, you'll play a pivotal role in providing pragmatic, commercially astute legal guidance across the business including Customer Experience (CX), Marketing, Partnerships, Product and Sales. You'll also review and uphold the legal soundness of existing products while working with the Legal, Product and Tech teams to develop new products and features - and by doing so, you'll be directly helping startups to run and grow their business. This role has a broad remit and presents an exciting opportunity to undertake a wide range of corporate and commercial legal work with tech and automation at its core. The successful candidate will be a confident, dynamic lawyer who is able to work independently, takes ownership of legal projects, and has a genuine interest in contributing to the continued development of SeedLegals' innovative approach to legal services. We're not fussy about PQE, although we believe this role is best suited for a lawyer with approximately 3 5 PQE. A background in private practice within a corporate / commercial team is preferred. This role is based in the UK. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as this role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship. Qualified solicitor (approx. 3 5 PQE) in England & Wales. Experience in a broad range of corporate legal work, e.g. articles of association and shareholders' agreements, financing rounds, advance subscription agreements, convertible loan notes, and general corporate matters. Experience in a broad range of general commercial work, e.g. commercial contracts (drafting and negotiation), data protection, and employment matters. A proactive approach, with a focus on anticipating issues, delivering the right solutions and consistently adding value to the business and our customers. Motivated to assume responsibility and work within a fast paced, scaling company. Excellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail. Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Right to work in the UK. Application and Interview Process Apply online 30 minutes initial discussion with our General Counsel 90 minutes technical assessment with two members of our legal team 30 minutes with our CEO Rather than submit a traditional cover letter, we ask that you instead reflect on how your skills and experience relate to our product offering. Your cover letter will be part of the conversation in your first interview, as our team dives deeper into your response and formulates their initial interview questions around it. Share options: the option to buy shares in SeedLegals via our performance based share option scheme Contributory pension, private healthcare, critical illness cover + life insurance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off Buy and Sell Annual Leave Scheme Flexible working - hybrid model with London office access Weekly allowance for a free lunch in the office £250 working from home allowance to set up your home office Annual learning budget for training courses, conferences and books 3 paid work days per year for volunteering Access to Happl - with monthly flexible spend on wellbeing Cycle to work scheme Free lunch in the office once per week

Legal Counsel (12 month fixed term contract) About The Rolex SailGP Championship is the most exciting racing on water, where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles between national teams at iconic stadium destinations worldwide. Top athletes fly in identical high-tech F50 catamarans faster than the wind, at speeds in excess of 100km/h (60mph). Founded in 2018, SailGP is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties, now in its sixth season. SailGP also races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. Underpinning the organization's purpose-driven agenda is a diversification of the league, with the goal of immediately progressing gender equity and inclusivity. SailGP is a global organisation with defined values that shape the culture of its team - Deliver Quality and Consistency; Evolve with Focus; Make it Count; Stand Together and Strike a Balance. Job Summary SailGP is seeking a legal counsel to join its legal team on a 12 month FTC. Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the lawyer will provide support on a range of legal issues across the World for SailGP. This London-based position (with the option to work flexibly/remotely as required) is suited to a lawyer with 2-4 PQE. The role will ideally commence at the beginning of May 2026. Key Responsibilities Assisting the SailGP Legal Team in delivering legal services to the Global SailGP business. Handling a varied workload with the core work being focused on commercial contracts, but also covering IP, sponsorship, media and broadcast, licensing, data protection, employment and immigration, litigation and property. Liaising with external counsel where necessary on local law issues or on areas of specialist legal advice. Core areas of focus are: Negotiating commercial contracts. Assisting SailGP's Event organisers' with the hosting of SailGP events, including agreements for local infrastructure, immigration issues, IP, commercial contracts, property and licensing. Other areas covered by the role are: Negotiating broadcast sales agreements with linear and non-linear broadcasters around the world. Assisting the commercial team with agreements for sponsorship of SailGP and the events and teams and on activation of such contracts. Advising on staff contracts and employment law issues across the world. Advising on collection, storage, protection and use of personal data. Establishment of corporate entities and assisting with governance of those entities to match SailGP expansion. Drafting and advising on competition terms and conditions. As the role requires the coverage of a diverse range of subject areas, it does not require the candidate to have expertise of all. The candidate should be able to issue spot, obtain expert advice where necessary and provide practical, pragmatic advice to the SailGP business to meet business needs. Background Qualifications 2-4 PQE. Commercial contracts experience. Some experience in one or more of employment law, data protection, broadcast and licensing and sponsorship agreements helpful. Excellent communication skills. Strong interest in sports and a working knowledge of how sports properties operate. Attributes Willingness to take on any task, even outside comfort zone. Ability to operate both independently and in a collaborative team environment. Passionate with a desire to exceed expectations. Good organisation, prioritisation and project management skills. Good attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment. Culturally sensitive and able to effectively work globally. Willingness to attend the London office regularly. Location West London. Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days per week in the London Office. SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.

SeedLegals is the leading provider of automated legal solutions for startups, with offices in London, New York and Paris, and a team in Ireland. We're a Series A company, backed by exceptional VCs such as Index Ventures, committed to making entrepreneurship accessible to all. Since we launched in 2016, we've served more than 75,000 startups who have collectively raised more than £2 billion on our platform. We've changed how early stage companies fundraise, reward their teams and scale their businesses, forever. Our values are key to our success; here at SeedLegals, we: Invest and trust in each other; Are committed to a growth mindset; Embrace diversity and cultivate inclusion; And are driven by customer success. About the Legal Team We are an innovative and highly collaborative Legal team of around 12 people. Unlike other in house roles, at SeedLegals, our lawyers are right in the middle of our products - helping to shape (at scale) the way in which companies pitch to investors, raise investment, and hire and retain talent. We automate what we can, and give customers access to experienced lawyers to handle the rest. The Legal team is split into three divisions: GC (commercial & regulatory), Legal Product and Legal Advisory. While each division has a clear remit, we work collaboratively to continuously improve our products, deliver value to our customers and insulate the business from the typical risks that high growth tech companies face. SeedLegals offers its lawyers the chance to work in a variety of roles, all of which have a genuine and realisable impact on our revenue and growth. While we sell automated solutions, it is our outstanding team behind the scenes that create, maintain and support our platform products. We are committed to continuous learning and development as a business and as a legal team. You'll have access to knowledge management resources and a variety of online learning tools. Most importantly, we learn from each other in a psychologically safe space in which no idea is too outrageous to be given air time. Everyone in the team contributes to this learning environment, sharing ideas and best practice. About the Role We're seeking a bright, ambitious Legal Counsel to join the in house Legal team at SeedLegals. Working across the GC (commercial & regulatory) and Legal Product teams, and reporting directly to the Head of Legal, you'll play a pivotal role in providing pragmatic, commercially astute legal guidance across the business including Customer Experience (CX), Marketing, Partnerships, Product and Sales. You'll also review and uphold the legal soundness of existing products while working with the Legal, Product and Tech teams to develop new products and features - and by doing so, you'll be directly helping startups to run and grow their business. This role has a broad remit and presents an exciting opportunity to undertake a wide range of corporate and commercial legal work with tech and automation at its core. The successful candidate will be a confident, dynamic lawyer who is able to work independently, takes ownership of legal projects, and has a genuine interest in contributing to the continued development of SeedLegals' innovative approach to legal services. We're not fussy about PQE, although we believe this role is best suited for a lawyer with approximately 3 5 PQE. A background in private practice within a corporate / commercial team is preferred. This role is based in the UK. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as this role is not eligible for current or future visa sponsorship. Qualified solicitor (approx. 3 5 PQE) in England & Wales. Experience in a broad range of corporate legal work, e.g. articles of association and shareholders' agreements, financing rounds, advance subscription agreements, convertible loan notes, and general corporate matters. Experience in a broad range of general commercial work, e.g. commercial contracts (drafting and negotiation), data protection, and employment matters. A proactive approach, with a focus on anticipating issues, delivering the right solutions and consistently adding value to the business and our customers. Motivated to assume responsibility and work within a fast paced, scaling company. Excellent communication skills, with a strong attention to detail. Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Right to work in the UK. Application and Interview Process Apply online 30 minutes initial discussion with our General Counsel 90 minutes technical assessment with two members of our legal team 30 minutes with our CEO Rather than submit a traditional cover letter, we ask that you instead reflect on how your skills and experience relate to our product offering. Your cover letter will be part of the conversation in your first interview, as our team dives deeper into your response and formulates their initial interview questions around it. Share options: the option to buy shares in SeedLegals via our performance based share option scheme Contributory pension, private healthcare, critical illness cover + life insurance 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off Buy and Sell Annual Leave Scheme Flexible working - hybrid/remote model with London office access Weekly allowance for a free lunch in the office £250 working from home allowance to set up your home office Annual learning budget for training courses, conferences and books 3 paid work days per year for volunteering Access to Happl - with monthly flexible spend on wellbeing Cycle to work scheme Free lunch in the office once per week

Job Title: Senior Legal Counsel - IP and Licensing Department: Legal Reports To: General Counsel Direct Reports: None Location: Hybrid/Remote (Some travel to Leeds office) Company Overview This role sits within a specialist pharmaceutical organisation focused on developing and supplying patient-centric medicines, particularly for individuals who have difficulty swallowing solid medications or require precise dosing alternatives. The company operates globally and is committed to innovation, quality, and inclusive healthcare solutions. Role Purpose To provide legal support across commercial contracts, patent advice, and licensing matters for business development and international sales teams, covering territories including the US, Canada, and EMEA. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, particularly in-licensing, out-licensing, and development contracts. Act as the primary legal contact for patent litigation, IP licensing, and related matters. Support IP strategy development and implementation in collaboration with the General Counsel and R&D teams. Provide timely, pragmatic legal advice across jurisdictions, balancing legal risk with commercial priorities. Assist in shaping and evolving legal governance and approval processes. Identify and mitigate legal risks, updating templates, policies, and procedures as needed. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including data protection, competition, health and safety, anti-bribery, and modern slavery. Promote legal and compliance best practices across the business. Deliver legal training and briefings on legislative changes relevant to the pharmaceutical industry. Build strong cross-functional relationships and act as a legal business partner. Support and mentor team members as directed by the General Counsel. Leadership & Governance Foster team engagement and collaboration. Share legal insights and best practices to improve performance. Operate within budget constraints. Ensure compliance with governance standards and internal approval processes. Health & Safety Promote a culture of safety and ensure team members are trained and compliant with safety procedures. Decision-Making Authority Responsibility Level: Moderate to High Decision-Making Authority: Moderate Deputising Authority: None Required Competencies Extensive experience in cross-border licensing, development, and distribution contracts. Strong knowledge of commercial, corporate, and IP law. Experience in the pharmaceutical sector and working with external counsel. Proven ability to manage legal matters across multiple jurisdictions. Qualifications & Experience Qualified UK lawyer with a minimum of 6 years PQE. At least 4 years of industry experience, preferably in pharmaceuticals. Experience in a Private Equity environment is desirable. Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

A specialist pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with expertise in IP and licensing to provide legal support for commercial contracts and international sales. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in commercial law and a strong background in the pharmaceutical sector. This hybrid role requires a qualified UK lawyer with at least 6 years PQE, comfortable managing legal matters across multiple jurisdictions.

We have an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded UK-qualified lawyer to join our dynamic legal team, partnering closely with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver pragmatic, high-quality advice across a broad range of commercial and research matters. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in a fast-paced, mission-driven organisation, shaping robust contractual frameworks, driving continuous improvement, and supporting innovative work aligned with the Our Future Health mission. Despite big improvements in healthcare in our lifetimes, today millions of people in the UK still live in poor health as they get older. Diseases like cancer, dementia,diabetes,and heart disease affect the lives of many people in our communities. Our goal is to create a world-leading resource for health research, to improve our understanding and spot the patterns of how and why common diseases start, so treatments can begin sooner and be more effective. Our plan is to bring together 5 million volunteers from right across the UK who will be asked to contribute information to help build one of the most detailed pictures we haveever had of people's health. Researchers will be able to use this information to make new discoveries about human health and diseases. So future generations can live in good health for longer. What you'll be doing: As a key member of a legal function, you will work closely with the organisation and its stakeholders and advise across a range of legal areas. Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Drafting, negotiating, and advising on a full range of commercial agreements, including supply and procurement contracts, research terms and conditions, technology, partnership,fundingand customer contracts. Provision of legal support and advice to partnership, commercial, research, people, compliance,ITand procurement teams. Provision of ad hoc advice on day-to-day matters including confidentiality agreements, contract clause interpretation, research access, insurance matters,disputesand regulatory compliance. Contributing to continuous improvement by simplifying team processes, developing standardised templates,assistingwith innovation, engaging proactively in fact finding, building relationships across the organisation, and driving improvement projects. Delivering training to contract management, commercial, research and procurement colleagues. Legal reportingin accordance withinternal governance requirements. Managing external legal counsel, including quality,budgetand delivery. You will be a UK qualified lawyer with several years PQE and broad commercial contracting experience,developed in a private practice with ideally in-house experience, either directly or through a client secondment, with experience gained in a variety of commercial contracts.To succeed in this role, you will also have some of the following skills: Experience with supply chain and procurement issues, e-commerce business models, SaaScontractingand healthcare research issues. Sound contract drafting skills and experience in contract negotiations is crucial. Strong analytical skills, good attention to detail, organised,pro-activeand motivated and able to work as part of a small, busy team. Be able to adopt a commercial approach, providing tailored and commercial legal advice and be capable of explaining complex legal issues in a clear and understandable way. Bea strong teamplayer, able to build trust and relationships at all levels and with all functions/teams. Be able to multi-task and balance competing priorities and problem solve. You'llbe comfortable in a fast paced,growingand innovative organisation and share our passion for the Our Future Health mission, its values, and delivering an excellent legal service to the organisation. up to £100,000 per annum basic salary. Generous Pension Scheme - We invest in your future with employer contributions of up to 12%. 30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays - Enjoy a generous holiday allowance with the flexibility to take bank holidays when it suits you. Enhanced Parental Leave - Supporting you during life's biggest moments. Cycle to Work Scheme - Save 25-39% on a new bike and accessories through salary sacrifice. Home & Tech Savings - Get up to 8% off on IKEA and Currys products, spreading the cost over 12 months through salary sacrifice. £1,000 Employee Referral Bonus - Know someone amazing? Get rewarded for bringing them on board! Wellbeing Support - Access to Mental Health First Aiders, plus 24/7 online GP services and an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. A Great Place to Work - We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements. Join us - let'sprevent disease together. Closing date 04.03.2026 at 5:00pm At Our Future Health, we recognise the importance of having a diverse workforce and ensuring that all candidates, regardless of their background, have equitable access to our application process. We proactively encourage applicants who identify as having a disability, neurodiversity, or long-term health conditions to let us know if they require any reasonable adjustments as part of their application process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, please email us at

Senior Legal Counsel (12 month maternity cover) About The Rolex SailGP Championship is the most exciting racing on water, where anything can happen in short, adrenaline-fueled battles between national teams at iconic stadium destinations worldwide. Top athletes fly in identical high-tech F50 catamarans faster than the wind, at speeds in excess of 100km/h (60mph). Founded in 2018, SailGP is one of the world's fastest-growing sports and entertainment properties, now in its sixth season. SailGP also races for a better future, championing a world powered by nature. Underpinning the organization's purpose-driven agenda is a diversification of the league, with the goal of immediately progressing gender equity and inclusivity. SailGP is a global organisation with defined values that shape the culture of its team - Deliver Quality and Consistency; Evolve with Focus; Make it Count; Stand Together and Strike a Balance. Job Summary SailGP is seeking a senior legal counsel to join its legal team to cover a 12 month maternity leave, commencing at the beginning of May 2026. Reporting to the General Counsel, the lawyer will provide support on a range of legal issues affecting the league across the world for SailGP. This London-based position (with the option to work flexibly/remotely as required) is suited to a lawyer with 6+ PQE. Key Responsibilities Assisting the SailGP General Counsel in delivering legal services to the Global SailGP business. Handling a varied workload including the following areas of law: commercial contracts, IP, sponsorship, media and broadcast, licensing, data protection, employment and immigration, and property. Liaising with external counsel where necessary on local law issues or on areas of specialist legal advice. Areas of focus include: Negotiating commercial contracts. Negotiating broadcast production agreements with SailGP's production partners and advising the broadcast team on the same. Negotiating broadcast sales agreements with linear and non-linear broadcasters around the world. Assisting the commercial team with agreements for sponsorship of SailGP and the events and teams. Advising the commercial team on activation of such contracts. Assisting Event organisers with holding SailGP events, including agreements for local infrastructure, immigration issues, IP, commercial contracts, property licensing. Advising on IP issues including protection of valuable trade marks, copyright, designs and patents. Advising on employment law issues across the world. Advising on collection, storage, protection and use of personal data. Advising on health and safety issues. Negotiating licensing deals and collaborations with third parties. Drafting and advising on competition terms and conditions. Assisting the marketing teams with clearance and protection of marketing assets. Assisting General Counsel on establishment of corporate entities and investment proposals to match SailGP expansion. As the role requires the coverage of a diverse range of subject areas, it does not require the candidate to have expertise of all. The candidate should be able to issue spot, obtain expert advice where necessary and provide practical, pragmatic advice to the SailGP business to meet business needs. Background Qualifications At least 6 years PQE. Strong commercial contracts experience. Some experience in one or more of employment law, data protection, broadcast and licensing and sponsorship agreements. Excellent communication skills. In-house experience. Strong interest in sports and a working knowledge of how sports properties operate. Attributes Strong strategic thinking capabilities with demonstrated problem-solving skills. Willingness to take on any task, even outside comfort zone. Ability to analyse and explain complex legal issues to non-lawyers to work to a solution. Ability to operate both independently and in a collaborative, team environment. Entrepreneurial and passionate with a desire to exceed expectations. Strong organisation, prioritisation and project management skills. Extremely good attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines with limited supervision. Ability to work effectively and thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment. Self-starter, action-oriented, resourceful; can take a project or program from start to completion. Culturally sensitive and able to effectively work globally. Willingness to attend the London office regularly. Location Location - West London. Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days per week in the London Office SailGP is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion.

Overview Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel (Maternity Cover) to join our global team. Team and Job Purpose The role holder will be part of SCI's legal team, comprising fourteen lawyers and two paralegals, who are responsible for providing legal advice and support to SCI's Global Teams and across SCI's 54 Country Offices. This is a fixed-term maternity cover role. We're looking for a mid to senior level lawyer to join our brilliant, dynamic team of lawyers, where you you'll have the opportunity to be involved in fascinating, challenging and meaningful work as part of an innovative and ambitious organization whose mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. Role purpose The role holder will be expected, depending on experience and business needs, to: Advise on SCI's international programming operations (including legal risk) by supporting SCI's Country Offices in West and Central Africa and/or its other regions (Middle East, North Africa and Eastern Europe, East and Southern Africa, Latin America, Asia) as its Legal Business Partner in their corporate or contractual inquiries (including in areas such as procurement, programming, awards and finance). Provide legal advice relating to SCI Global Teams operations in matters of global scope or implication (such as global policy changes or discussions in the areas of transformation delivery, HR, awards, partnerships, procurement, finance, treasury and fundraising). Advise on governance requirements of a global organisation; Take the lead on managing certain contractual and legal risk matters/projects; Take the lead on managing relationships with certain SCI Global Teams; and Take the lead in managing other aspects of the legal team, for example law firm pro bono relationships. This is a complex, interesting role, involving engagement with a variety of functions and stakeholders within Save the Children. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the post-holder will be expected to work outside the normal job description and be able to vary working hours accordingly. Job Title: Legal Counsel (Maternity Cover) Reports To:Head of Program Delivery Legal Work Pattern: Hybrid/Remote with flexible working options available Contract Length: Fixed Term Contract, Maternity Cover (9 with a potential to extension to 12 months) Grade: P6 Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location in time-zone GMT +/- 2 hours. For a full list of locations that Save the Children International can hire in, please visit: SCI Careers Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): GMT +/- 2 hours Salary: In accordance with our global compensation and benefits framework, location-specific salary scales and benefits will apply. For candidates based in the UK, we can offer circa £68,000 per annum Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. Language Requirements: English (essential), French (desirable) Principal Accountabilities Delivering high quality and professional advice and support to SCI Country Offices and Global Teams on a diverse range of legal issues, including: Acting as the Legal Business Partner to SCI Country Offices in the West and Central Africa region (and/or other regions), providing timely, pragmatic and solutions-oriented legal support. Advising Global Teams and senior stakeholders on matters of global scope or implication, including on legal risk and governance-related matters; Advising on the legal aspects of scaling up programming operations, in particular, in a humanitarian crisis; Advising on issues arising under Save the Children's own internal framework; Managing advice from and relationships with SCI's external legal advisors and helping SCI stakeholders to interpret and apply such advice; Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts (including partnership agreements, goods and services contracts, and other legal frameworks with Governments, multi-lateral agencies, United Nations agencies, private sector and other NGOs), including providing advice and legal support to other Global Teams Business Partners, Country Office and Global Teams stakeholders and wider Save the Children constituents; Identifying opportunities for training and new legal tools to manage and mitigate organisational risk, developing and delivering such training and tools; Lead legal team initiatives, for example relating to managing and fostering pro bono law firm relationships, identifying training and mentoring opportunities within the legal team; Advising on legal compliance areas such as fraud, sanctions and anti-terrorism, either working in conjunction with SCI's legal compliance team or independently (as required and as appropriate); and Undertake line management if required (formal or informal) and/or mentoring of more junior members of the team. Experience and Skills Essential Post-qualification experience gained in a reputable private practice or in-house legal team in one or more of the following areas of law: general corporate/commercial, charity/not-for profit, dispute resolution, regulatory. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong prioritisation skills. Ability to work independently, requesting support where needed and using initiative to tackle new areas of law with confidence. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with people at all levels and across different cultures. Calm disposition, constructive approach and positive outlook, particularly when working under pressure. Team player, with a full appreciation of the value of collaboration. Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Save the Children. Desirable Proficiency in French (written and spoken). Experience in one or more of the following areas of law: employment, finance, data protection, intellectual property or dispute resolution. Experience operating in a range of jurisdictions, including instructing overseas counsel. Experience in the international development / humanitarian and/or charity sectors. Education and Qualifications UK or common law qualified lawyer or barrister 5+ years PQE Working at Save the Children International Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing 25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first. We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy, Ambition for Children 2030, and reach every last child. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply. Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this. Application Information Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application. A full copy of the role profile can be found here via the job listing. It is recommended that you save a copy of the role profile as it will no longer be available after the advert closes. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job advert may be closed earlier than advertised subject to the volume of suitable applicants. 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Senior In-House Legal Counsel Location: London (Hammersmith) Department: Legal Reports to: Executive Leadership Team About Gravitiq Gravitiq is a high growth consumer holding company acquiring, building, and scaling category leading beauty and personal care brands across global markets. We combine strong brand building with operational excellence to create products used by millions of customers worldwide. As we continue to expand internationally, legal excellence is a critical enabler of our growth. The Role We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to lead Gravitiq's in house legal function across our portfolio of brands. This is a senior, hands on role based in our London (Hammersmith) office, with responsibility for overseeing a small but high impact legal team of two remote in house lawyers. You will partner closely with senior leadership, act as a trusted commercial advisor to the business, and manage relationships with external counsel as Gravitiq scales across new products, channels, and geographies. This role is ideal for a commercially minded legal leader who enjoys operating in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment and taking ownership across a broad legal remit. Key Responsibilities Legal Leadership & Strategy Act as the lead in house legal counsel for Gravitiq and its portfolio brands, supporting marketing, e commerce, product development, supply chain, and international expansion. Build, own, and manage Gravitiq's global intellectual property strategy, including trademarks, brand protection, and IP enforcement across multiple jurisdictions. Lead and develop the in house legal team, setting priorities, ensuring high quality output, and fostering a pragmatic, business focused legal culture. Intellectual Property & Contentious Matters Manage IP infringement matters, disputes, and enforcement actions, working closely with external counsel where required.Advise on brand, marketing, advertising to ensure compliance across key markets and avoid intellectual property disputes. Commercial & Contracting Lead commercial contracting across manufacturing, suppliers, logistics, agencies, distributors, and strategic partners. Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of agreements including NDAs, MAPs, MSAs, manufacturing agreements, quality agreements, partnership agreements, and other commercial arrangements. M&A, Corporate & Governance Support M&A activity including acquisitions, integrations, and post deal implementation. Advise on corporate governance matters across the group, including board materials, shareholder matters, and internal policies. External Counsel Management Select, instruct, and manage external legal counsel efficiently, ensuring cost effective and high quality advice. Employment & People Matters Support employment related legal matters, including contracts, policies, disputes, and HR led initiatives, in collaboration with People & Culture. About You Experience & Qualifications Qualified solicitor (UK or equivalent common law jurisdiction). Significant post qualification experience, ideally including time in a leading law firm and/or a high growth consumer, e commerce, or brand led business. Strong experience in intellectual property, commercial contracts, and cross border legal matters. Exposure to M&A and corporate governance in a fast moving environment. Skills & Attributes Commercially pragmatic with the ability to balance legal risk and business growth. Comfortable operating autonomously and owning the full legal remit. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing legal teams. Excellent communication skills and the confidence to advise senior stakeholders. Organised, resilient, and effective in a high growth, high change environment. Why Join Gravitiq? Opportunity to lead and shape the legal function of a rapidly scaling international consumer group. High visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision making. Entrepreneurial culture with real ownership and impact. Competitive compensation and long term growth opportunities.