Lead legal strategy for a fast-growing retail brandCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageAbout Our Client
Our client is a large and growing UK independent retailer in over 220 locations nationally.They have just celebrated their 30th birthday and had a record breaking year in revenue for 2024 so they are looking to continue on their growth path with a talented, entrepreneurial legal director to join the team.
Job Description
The Legal Counsel will:
Oversee the review, drafting, and negotiation of commercial contractsSupport on litigation and dispute resolution processesEnsure compliance with GDPR and data protection regulationsAdvise on intellectual property matters and brand protectionCollaborate with senior leadership on legal strategy and risk managementThe Successful Applicant
The Legal Counsel should be:
A solicitor with around 2+ years' PQE in commercial law and dispute resolution.Experienced in managing in-house legal functionsProficient in GDPR and data protection complianceSkilled in negotiating and drafting commercial contractsAble to communicate complex legal issues effectively to non-legal stakeholderShould ideally have experience from retail or similar industry.This is an on-site role so you should be local to Manchester.
What's on Offer
Salary between £50-70k DOEStaff discounts on productsEmployee Assistance ProgrammePension scheme