In-House Counsel Solicitor (5+ PQE)

Our client, an international e-commerce firm focused on luxury goods, is looking for a confident Senior Associate or higher Solicitor to assist their London based CEO. With subsidiary companies and offices across several continents (with a substantial Asian presence), the firm has a small existing team of junior legal professionals but are looking for a senior team member to assist with the running of all internal legal matters.

Duties within this role include supervising the in-house legal team and supporting the firm in the capacity of an In-house Corporate Governance Solicitor; drafting commercial and finance contracts, handing corporate governance matters, and regulatory compliance, AML, and risk management. An ideal candidate will come from a similar environment, a company that has an e-commerce focus or an Asian presence. Experience supervising junior members of staff is essential and in renumeration the firm is offering a very exciting caseload at a competitive salary!

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of Corporate Governance matters including commercial and finance contracts, regulatory compliance, international banking compliance, AML and risk management.
• Assist and direct the existing in-house legal team, providing guidance and support to junior legal professionals when necessary.
• Working with senior management and reporting to the London based CEO, assisting and advising on a wide variety of international matters.
• Supporting the development of the office and assisting with office initiatives.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• UK qualified solicitor of 5+ PQE or equivalent qualification. Other levels will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Excellent post-qualification experience including time within in an multi-national or international in-house environment.
• Time spent supervising junior members of staff with strong management skills.
• Experience with commercial and finance contracts, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and AML matters.
• Strong academic background.
• Well-developed communication skills with colleagues and members of staff.
• High levels of attention to detail.
• Ideally experience with e-commerce or Asian market experience.

As this is a new position that has been recently released, some details are due to change or clarified. This employer offers a highly competitive salary, with a competitive benefit’s scheme, and good flexible hybrid working. Full benefits can be made available on request.

If you would like to learn more about this opportunity, contact Kalan Thomas at kalan@lrlegal.co.uk or call for a confidential discussion on 0208 078 9231 (office hours) or 07517 456559 (out of office hours).

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The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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*We require a lawyer who has gained the necessary experience for the position advertised. The PQE identified on this advertisement is a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.