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Senior Corporate Counsel (maternity cover)

Unybrands
Location
United Kingdom
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Legal & Risk
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or any other common law jurisdiction)
  • 3+ years of experience as a legal counsel
  • Experience managing M&A processes
  • Drafting and negotiating M&A documents
  • Drafting a variety of commercial contracts
  • Excellent interpersonal and client relations skills
Nice to have
  • Combination of law firm and in-house experience
  • Experience with employment law
  • Prior experience in a high growth (start-up / venture capital) environment
  • Experience with implementing a contract management system
  • Creating and managing contract templates
What the job really is

The Senior Corporate Counsel will focus on managing legal aspects of acquisitions, including drafting and negotiating contracts and supporting the General Counsel with corporate finance matters. This role involves providing legal support across various functions, enhancing policies and processes, and collaborating with outside counsel on compliance issues. The position requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, contributing to strategic initiatives and operational matters.

Things to weigh
  • This is a maternity cover position, which may imply a temporary role.
  • The job may require occasional travel to the Hemel Hempstead office.
  • No specific salary or benefits mentioned in the posting.
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