Legal Counsel

Job DescriptionLegal Counsel / Senior Legal Counsel Milton Keynes (Hybrid Working 3 days in office) Excellent salary & bonus, heavily subsidised car schemeA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel to join the dynamic legal function of a leading, fast-growing, and internationally backed automotive group.Operating as part of a respected legal team, this role offers exceptional exposure across a broad range of legal matters. Its a highly commercial, business-facing role suited to a confident and agile lawyer who enjoys operating at pace and adding real value across an organisation.The RoleYou will work closely with the General Counsel and take a visible position across the business, engaging regularly with executive stakeholders. The scope of work includes:Commercial contracts advising on, negotiating and drafting a wide variety of supplier, software, and OEM agreements, many of significant value or complexityCorporate governance support the implementation and evolution of governance structures, including exec committee and risk board-level processesM&A activity involvement in acquisition and divestment projects as part of the groups ongoing growth strategyStakeholder collaboration regular engagement with the Exec team, procurement, data protection, compliance, and operational leadership across the UK businessManagement - responsible for the supervision of two paralegals who handle litigation matters.This is a hands-on, high-impact role in a business that is growing quickly and evolving its legal function to be a truly strategic enabler.About YouYoull have 5+ years' PQE, with solid experience gained in-house (either fully or as part of a mixed career)Confident handling commercial contracts independentlyAble to manage and oversee junior team members and workstreamsExperienced working in fast-paced, agile commercial environmentsComfortable influencing senior stakeholders and representing legal at leadership forumsGovernance and/or M&A exposure is beneficial but not essentialThe BusinessYoull be joining the UK division of a global automotive group, following a recent major acquisition that has significantly expanded its footprint in the UK. The business is known for its entrepreneurial. Legal is genuinely valued here.This is a fantastic chance to join a supportive legal team, take on genuine responsibility, and help shape how legal supports the business going forward.

Created: 2025-07-06