Major, Lindsey & Africa
Commercial Counsel
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Commercial Counsel
London | Hybrid Working
The Opportunity
Our client, a leading organisation in the higher education and learning sector, is seeking a commercially minded UK-qualified lawyer to join its London-based team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer looking to move from private practice into a broad, business-facing in-house role, or for someone with existing in-house experience seeking a dynamic commercial environment. You will play a key role in supporting commercial transactions, advising stakeholders on legal risk, and partnering with the business to drive strategic objectives.
The role offers significant exposure to senior stakeholders, contract negotiations, and a wide range of commercial and operational matters within a highly respected and purpose-driven organisation.
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- Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial agreements.
- Provide pragmatic legal advice to commercial, sales, procurement, and operational teams.
- Support large-scale customer contracts, strategic partnerships, and supplier arrangements.
- Identify and manage legal and commercial risks while enabling business growth.
- Advise on contractual obligations, compliance matters, and governance requirements.
- Partner with stakeholders across multiple business functions to support key initiatives.
Candidate Profile
Essential
- UK-qualified Solicitor.
- Strong training and post-qualification experience gained within a reputable private practice law firm.
- Experience advising on commercial contracts and general commercial matters.
- Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied workload.
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Highly Desirable
- Experience within commercial, technology, education, publishing, media, or professional services sectors.
- Previous secondment or in-house exposure.
- Experience supporting sales, procurement, or strategic partnership agreements.
- Immediate availability or short notice period.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to join a recognised leader in the education sector.
- Broad and varied commercial legal work.
- Hybrid working model based in London.
- Initially for 6 months.
Location: London (Hybrid)
Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Preferred
We are particularly keen to hear from UK-qualified lawyers with a strong private practice background who are looking to make a meaningful move into a commercial, business-facing role and can be available to start at short notice.
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