James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Senior Legal Counsel
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Senior Legal Counsel - 3-Month Locum Contract
We are currently working in partnership with a University who are recruiting for a Senior Legal Counsel on an initial 3-month locum contract. The position is due to start immediately, and the rate of pay is circa £400 - £450 per day (Umbrella), but this can be negotiable depending on experience.
About the Role
The ideal candidate will have proven experience working within a commercial legal environment, with strong experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review. Experience within the education or public sector would be advantageous, alongside a strong understanding of data protection, regulatory, and compliance matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a broad range of legal matters, including commercial contracts, procurement projects, charity law, regulatory and compliance matters, data protection, safeguarding, equality issues, and student-related matters
- Managing a high volume of IT contracts and providing legal support on technology-related matters
- Preparing, negotiating, and reviewing key commercial contracts, including NDAs, transfer agreements, and consultancy agreements
- Drafting and negotiating contracts in consultation with colleagues across Academic and Professional Services departments
- Providing legal advice and support to colleagues across the University
- Supporting the teaching and research activities of the University through effective commercial and legal advice
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Experience Required
- Qualified legal professional with relevant commercial legal experience
- Proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts
- Experience handling a broad range of commercial and regulatory legal matters
- Experience working with internal stakeholders across multiple departments
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