Legal Counsel hybrid

Legal Counsel - Birmingham / hybrid working Commercial contracts / technology / data protection 12 month FTC

An exciting new opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join a leading national firm. This is a senior role and you will be a trusted adviser to stakeholders across the firm. It involves close collaboration with Directors, Partners and managers, across numerous teams and functions.

This position will play a critical role in supporting the firm's strategic direction, advising on legal obligations and leading on contracting, commercial services, and legal risk management. It offers a unique opportunity to work in-house within a private practice environment, working closely with senior stakeholders on initiatives.

As the firm continues to grow, the legal function is increasingly involved in shaping commercial strategy and risk frameworks. You will contribute to projects, influence decision-making, and develop your career in a collaborative environment.

• Leading, managing, drafting, negotiating and overseeing complex agreements, work streams and documentation
• Advising on legal aspects of new and existing products, including third-party technologies
• Identifying process inefficiencies and implementing improvements to enhance quality and efficiency
• Ensuring governance excellence with cyber-security awareness and ethical decision-­making
• Developing, managing, and maintaining standard agreements, templates, policies, procedures and guidance
• Supervising junior lawyers, paralegals and trainees

• 8-10 years' PQE with high-level technical expertise in commercial contracts and technology law
• Experience in data protection and privacy laws
• Self-starter with strong commercial acumen, excellent negotiation skills and attention to detail

A key part of the role is identifying legal risks and proposing practical mitigation strategies aligned with the firm's risk policies. You will stay abreast of legal developments and provide clear, technically excellent legal advice, including on client terms when required.

For more information please contact Kate Sinclair at Chadwick Nott:
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* At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*