Associate Legal Counsel

My client, a Group Company with a portfolio of reputable global brands is seeking an Associate In-House Legal Counsel for a 12-month maternity cover position. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic legal team supporting a broad range of commercial and corporate legal matters.

Position: Associate In-House Legal Counsel (Maternity Cover)
Location: Watford
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract Duration: 1 year (maternity cover)
Employment Terms: Standard
Salary: Up to £40,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Candidate Requirements:

• A minimum of 2–3 years of post-qualification legal experience or completion of paralegal training.
• Prior in-house experience within a commercial organisation is advantageous.
• The ideal candidate will be efficient, proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn.
• Strong communication and drafting skills are essential, along with the ability to provide commercially sound legal advice and see the broader business context.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Head of Legal and the wider legal team with daily operations.
• Draft a variety of commercial agreements, including distribution, supply, agency, consultancy, sourcing, and service contracts.
• Assist in the negotiation and execution of commercial contracts.
• Draft and update internal company policies and ensure compliance with applicable legal standards.
• Provide legal and professional support to senior management and directors on a range of legal matters.
• Advise on general commercial contracts across the business.
• Maintain and organise legal documentation within the department’s database and library.
• Update and manage the database of existing agreements and HR folders as required.
• Report regularly to the Group CEO/Director on project progress and participate in team meetings, including coordination with other Group entities.
• Undertake HR-related tasks such as drafting employment documents, liaising with external counsel, and supporting redundancy, disciplinary, and other employment-related processes.
• Fulfil responsibilities typically associated with an HR Associate.
• Review commercial contracts and terms and conditions, advising on associated legal risks.
• Ensure adherence to company and group policies and procedures.

To apply, please get in touch with your CV and details of your salary expectations and notice period.