Interim Legal Counsel
Job description
We are recruiting for a Legal Counsel to join a global consulting firm on an initial six-month contract, starting in January, with potential to extend. The role is central London based with hybrid working (3 days in the office / 2 remote) and offers a competitive day rate (inside IR35).
This is a broad corporate and commercial role, well suited to a mid-senior level lawyer with strong experience in commercial contracts, employment, and data privacy.
As part of a busy in-house legal team, responsibilities will include:
- Drafting, negotiating, and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements, from NDAs and letters of engagement through to MSAs and transaction documents.
- Supporting on contractual disputes.
- Assisting with major corporate transactions, including global strategic projects and M&A.
- Advising on employment matters, including settlement agreements and employee-related issues.
- Supporting on data privacy matters, including DSARs, investigations, and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborating closely with the wider legal and compliance team on BAU and project work.
You will be at least 3 years PQE (as a guide), with experience gained in a respected corporate/commercial private practice or in-house environment. Strong technical drafting skills are essential, along with the ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced team.
Extra information
- Status
- Open
- Education Level
- Secondary School
- Location
- City of London
- Type of Contract
- Casual / Part Time Jobs
- Published at
- 26-12-2025
- Full UK/EU driving license preferred
- No
- Car Preferred
- No
- Must be eligible to work in the EU
- No
- Cover Letter Required
- No
- Languages
- English
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