McArthurGlen UK Ltd
Legal Advisor
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Commercially Minded Legal Advisor – McArthurGlen Group
About McArthurGlen Group
Europe’s leading designer outlet owner, developer, and manager, McArthurGlen Group was founded in 1993 and manages over 20+ designer outlets across 8 countries.
Job Description: Commercially Minded Legal Advisor
We seek a Legal Advisor to work closely with the Senior Legal Manager (UK & Canada), delivering a top-tier in-house legal function for McArthurGlen Designer Outlets. In this multi-disciplinary role, you will provide commercial, legally sound advice across:
- Commercial real estate (leasing, asset management)
- Contracts & disputes (goods, services, construction)
- Construction & planning (property enhancement, new builds)
- ESG & corporate governance (anti-bribery, data protection, risk management)
- Debt recovery & insolvency
- Ad hoc advisory work (marketing, governance, ad hoc legal challenges).
You will serve as a trusted commercial advisor, balancing legal risk with commercial imperatives, liaising seamlessly with Head Office, Centre teams, and external counsel—all while occasionally substituting for the Senior Legal Manager on key decisions, leasing negotiations, and stakeholder engagements.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Real Estate Transactions
- Lead and manage commercial real estate leasing and asset management activities.
- Instruct and oversee external solicitors, monitoring progress and reporting key developments.
Centre Legal Support (UK & Canada)
- Act as the primary legal contact for designated UK & Canada centres, ensuring effective and timely legal support across all outlets.
Commercial Contracts
- Oversee negotiations and execution of trade, service, and marketing contracts (facilities, events, suppliers).
- Where required, delegate complex-matters legal oversight to external counsel.
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Property & Development Projects
- Support construction contracts, appointments, and planning matters for current and future sites.
ESG, Governance & Risk
- Assist with corporate governance frameworks, including anti-bribery, compliance, and data protection.
- Contribute to risk management activities and ESG implementation.
Debt Recovery & Disputes
- Manage UK debt recovery and insolvency matters, advising commercially focused remedies to maximise income recovery for McArthurGlen and its investors.
Legal Operations & Team Support
- Assist the Senior Legal Manager in workload prioritisation and allocation across the UK & Canada function.
- Mentor junior team members, coach training sessions, and contribute to departmental reporting and development initiatives.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience & Expertise
- 3–6 years’ Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in in-house or private practice.
- Working autonomously is a must—you should have a proven track record of high-stakes stakeholder responsibility.
- Hands-on experience in commercial property (preferably retail, outlets, shopping centres, or mixed-use environments) preferred.
Soft Skills
- Highly organised & proactive; juggle competing priorities while delivering under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communicator—clear, confident verbal & written skills with impeccable attention to detail. Must maintain transparency with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Commercial acumen—quick to spot risks and offer bold, cost-effective legal solutions.
- Influential negotiator with experience in high-stakes discussions, conflict resolution, and balanced outcomes.
- Technical proficiency: At ease with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and well-versed in IT literacy.
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Benefits
Financial & Structured Incentives
- Competitive base salary: GBP £60,000–£68,000 (annual).
- Performance-based bonus: Up to **25%.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- Wellbeing Allowance: Claim reimbursement for yoga, gym equipment, or wellness activities.
- 2 Paid Volunteering Days per year.
Perks & Concessions
- Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy access to special deals at McArthurGlen Designer Outlets.
Work & Career Development
- Flexible Hybrid Working options.
- International Exposure: Work alongside colleagues in 8 countries within a global organisation.
- Learning & Development: Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning from Day 1, with 16,000+ courses. Grow through cross-country projects, secondments, and a dedicated development calendar.
- Internal Moves: Individual potential to advance through internal transfers.
Culture & Inclusion
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Thrive in an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative environment that values:
⚡ Excellence 🚀 Ex ropa (making meaningful difference)
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At 89%+, McArthurGlen ranks among the industry’s most employee-recommended workplaces, according to latest internal surveys.
Commitment to Diversity & Accessibility
McArthurGlen champions inclusion and equality, celebrating uniqueness among its employees. Flexible working arrangements are encouraged where feasible.
If you don’t see yourself fully meeting the position criteria on paper, still apply—there may be an entry or alternative role that fits your background better.
Reasonable Accommodations
For employees or candidates requiring assistance to participate in the application process or employment — please contact [email protected] for reasonable accommodations.
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