Legal Counsel

A global leader in consumer and professional products is looking to appoint an In-House Legal Counsel to join its EMEA legal team. With a portfolio of well-known international brands and operations spanning multiple markets, the organisation offers lawyers the opportunity to work closely with commercial leadership in a fast-moving and highly collaborative environment.
They are now looking to appoint a commercially minded In-House Legal Counsel to join their EMEA legal team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a UK-qualified lawyer with 4+ years PQE who is looking to step into or further develop within an international in-house role in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
The Role Reporting to the Legal Director (EMEA) and working closely with leadership across the UK and Europe, this is a broad, hands-on commercial role with strong exposure to senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing day-to-day legal support across multiple EMEA entities
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial contracts (including supply, distribution and services agreements)
• Advising on legal aspects of commercial projects and business initiatives
• Supporting marketing and campaign-related legal documentation
• Assisting with signing and closing processes and document execution
• Conducting legal research and providing pragmatic, business-focused advice
• Supporting legal operations including billing coordination and legal administration

This is a role suited to someone who enjoys variety, ownership and being embedded within the commercial side of the business.
What They re Looking For

• UK qualified lawyer with 4+ years PQE
• Previous private practice experience strongly preferred, ideally with commercial exposure
• Strong grounding in commercial and contract law
• Experience working across international or multi-jurisdictional environments
• Data privacy knowledge is beneficial but not essential
• Exposure to competition or antitrust law would be an advantage
• Confident communicator able to engage with stakeholders across the business
• Strong English language skills (German would be a plus)
• Pragmatic, proactive and commercially minded
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment

The Culture This is not a slow-paced corporate environment. The business moves quickly, standards are high, and the legal team plays a central role in supporting commercial growth. The team is looking for someone who can provide solutions-focused advice and operate as a true business partner.
You ll likely thrive here if you:

• Stay calm under pressure
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment
• Take ownership and deliver solutions
• Like being close to commercial decision-making

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a globally recognised organisation
• Work closely with senior leadership across EMEA
• Broad commercial remit with genuine autonomy
• Exposure to international operations and projects
• Opportunity to make a real impact within a high-performing team

If you re a commercially astute UK-qualified lawyer exploring your next move in-house, I d be happy to have a confidential conversation.
Feel free to get in touch directly to discuss further.