In-House Counsel

Job Description In-House Legal Counsel (MidSenior Level)Essex | Hybrid WorkingWe are partnering with a well-established national organisation with a strong community presence to recruit an experienced In-House Legal Counsel to join their team in Essex.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer seeking a broad and impactful in-house role within a purpose-led environment.The RoleReporting into senior leadership, you will provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a diverse range of matters, including:Commercial contracts (supplier, services, partnerships, procurement)Property matters, including leases, licences and estate managementCharity law and regulatory complianceGovernance and trustee supportData protection and risk managementGeneral corporate and operational legal mattersYou will work closely with stakeholders across the organisation, providing clear, solutions-oriented advice that supports operational delivery while managing risk effectively.About YouUK qualified Solicitor or Barrister with ideally 5+ years PQEStrong commercial contracts experienceExperience advising within the charity or not-for-profit sector highly desirableWorking knowledge of charity governance and regulatory frameworksProperty law experience advantageousPrior in-house experience desirable but not essentialAble to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal stakeholdersComfortable operating with autonomy in a broad, hands-on roleThe OpportunityMeaningful, purpose-driven workHigh visibility and stakeholder engagementHybrid working modelThis role would suit a medium to senior lawyer seeking greater ownership, variety and the opportunity to contribute within a values-driven organisation.For a confidential discussion, please get in touch on [email protected]

Created: 2026-03-12