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Legal Counsel Mat Cover (18m FTC) - FMCG - Electrical

Crawleygbvia direct
// Job Type
Full Time
// Salary
Not disclosed
// Posted
2 months ago
// Work Mode
hybrid

About the Role

  • Global Business offering 18m FTC to cover maternity leave
  • Broad commercial legal role in a lean function covering EMEA region
About Our Client

Our client is a leading global organisation operating at the forefront of a highly innovative, technology-driven industry. With a strong international presence across Europe, Asia and North America, the business is recognised for its cutting-edge solutions and collaborative culture.
The European headquarters, based near Gatwick, plays a key role in supporting regional operations and driving strategic initiatives.

Job Description

Key responsibilities include:

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts
  • Advising stakeholders on legal risks and contractual strategy
  • Supporting compliance initiatives and risk management activities
  • Managing legal documentation and internal contract systems
  • Coordinating execution of contracts (electronic and wet signature)
  • Liaising with external parties on notarisation and apostille matters
  • Attending compliance meetings and maintaining accurate records
  • Delivering timely, pragmatic legal advice to internal clients
The Successful Applicant

You will be a qualified Solicitor with 2-3 years' PQE, gained in private practice and/or in-house.
You will demonstrate:

  • Experience in areas such as data protection, employment, product regulation or international trade
  • Strong contract drafting, negotiation and advisory skills
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple matters and work to tight deadlines
  • A proactive, adaptable and commercially minded approach
  • Additional European language skills would be advantageous but are not essential.
What's on Offer
  • Competitive salary + bonus
  • 18m FTC
  • A generous 25 days of holiday leave + bank hols
  • Hybrid working model with two days in the Crawley office and three days from home.
  • Participation in a pension scheme
  • Bonus opportunity

Contact

Nellie Russell-Hughes

Quote job ref

JN-062026-7033036

Phone number

+44 207 269 2444

Job summary
  • Job function
  • Legal
  • Subsector
  • Commercial
  • Location
  • Crawley
  • Contract type
  • Interim
  • Consultant name
  • Nellie Russell-Hughes
  • Consultant phone
  • +44 207 269 2444
  • Job reference
  • JN-062026-7033036

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