We are seeking experienced Commercial/Corporate Counsel to join a newly established interim legal team supporting the UK and EMEA business of a global, market-leading consumer brand for a 4-6 month contract role.
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a high-performing legal team during a significant period of transformation. You will provide commercially focused legal advice to a diverse range of stakeholders while helping ensure the seamless delivery of legal support across the region.
The role offers excellent exposure to senior business leaders and a broad variety of commercial matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide practical, commercial legal advice to business stakeholders across the UK and EMEA.
- Advise on a broad range of commercial and operational matters.
- Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements.
- Support licensing and franchise arrangements, including renewals and ongoing advisory work.
- Advise on supply chain, sourcing and procurement matters.
- Support strategic business initiatives and commercial transactions.
- Identify legal and commercial risks and provide pragmatic, business-focused solutions.
- Collaborate closely with senior legal colleagues and cross-functional teams to deliver timely legal support.
About You
- Qualified solicitor or equivalent legal qualification.
- Strong in-house or private practice experience advising on commercial law matters.
- Experience supporting international businesses is advantageous.
- Confident managing multiple stakeholders and working in a fast-paced environment.
- Commercially minded with excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating within a wider legal team.
- Available to start in September 2026.
Why Apply?
- Join a globally recognised organisation during an exciting period of transformation.
- Work on a broad mix of commercial legal matters across the UK and EMEA.
- Gain exposure to senior leadership and cross-functional business teams.
- Be part of a collaborative, high-performing interim legal team.
- Hybrid working arrangement with an attractive London location.
- Opportunity for contract extension beyond the initial term.