Senior Legal Counsel
We are partnering with a leading client to recruit a Senior Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of Northern Ireland's leading companies in a broad in-house role.
About the Role
The successful candidate will have circa 8-10 years PQE and a background in commercial contracts, commercial litigation or disputes. They will have experience in delivering strategic and business-oriented legal and risk mitigation advice either in an in-house legal role or as an external legal advisor to senior management.
The role involves advising the overall business on a broad range of legal matters, including:
* Advising on best practice and developing governance policies to ensure legal compliance
* Oversight of work allocation across the team
* Assisting with and actively participating in ensuring legal compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks
About Us
Our client is a leading NI company with a strong reputation. They offer excellent benefits and career prospects, as well as a strong emphasis on work-life balance with hybrid working and a collaborative and collegiate culture.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor with 8-10+ years PQE who has come from either private practice or an in-house role. The ideal candidate will have:
* Strong legal drafting skills
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders
* Demonstrable experience of fostering and building lasting internal and external stakeholder relationships
Why Join Our Team?
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a leading NI company and enjoy a very competitive salary and benefits package. You will also benefit from an inclusive and supportive working environment and hybrid working arrangements.