Average Legal Counsel salary in Manchester

Legal CounselLocation: Hybrid (Manchester)Salary: £70,000 - £75,000 Job Description: LHH are delighted to exclusively representing a leading international business in Greater Manchester, who are looking to appoint a Legal Counsel. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lawyer looking to make a first move from practice, or for a commercial contracts Lawyer already working in-house to join a PLC listed business that is a market leader in the manufacturing sector. Joining a close-knit legal function, you can expect to provide legal advice on contracts, data privacy, and intellectual property as well as assisting with company secretarial duties, and managing legal projects. Qualifications: 3-4 years PQE (guide) in commercial law.Strong understanding of commercial contracts, IP, and data privacy.Willingness to learn company secretarial tasks. Excellent drafting and negotiation skills. Benefits: Competitive salary.Hybrid working model.Opportunity to develop unique skills. Supportive work environment. Application Process: Contact Sam Fryer using the following details, or or apply using this advertisement.

Your new companyA global player in the engineering and consultancy field, this robust business holds a strong market position alongside a commitment to sustainability and innovation. Due to recent team developments, the in-house legal team is looking to appoint a talented commercial lawyer to join their high-calibre national team. Your new roleAs a key member of the legal team, you will provide pragmatic legal advice on a range of commercial contracts matters, including data protection, data privacy and GDPR advice. You will work in a business-facing role and will be expected to manage your own workload, support with tender processes, work closely with the procurement team, keep up to date with horizon scanning and work on projects to update policies and procedures to ensure high standards across all business areas.You will be based in central Manchester and enjoy working in a well-located part of town, with excellent public transport links, plus plenty of opportunity to work from home on a regular basis. What you'll need to succeedYou will need a solid foundation in commercial contracts and delivering high quality work, either in private practice or in-house. Your strengths as a lawyer will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, engaging with stakeholders at all levels, advising the business on data protection matters and outsourced service provider contracts. You will need to be a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills to effectively build relationships across the business. You will ideally have 2-4 years' PQE and be available to work in the Manchester office on a hybrid basis. What you'll get in returnYou will be part of a supportive and growing team, with plenty of opportunities for professional development and mentoring. You will be offered a competitive salary of £60k-£70k in line with your experience, plus a benefits package and wellbeing initiatives. This role would suit an ambitious, capable, and hardworking commercial lawyer looking to make an impact with an international company and truly enhance your career. What you need to do nowIf you enjoy working in technical areas of law and are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of the in-house legal team, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Senior Legal Officer – 12 Month Contract – PAYE - £300– per day - Umbrella £500 per day (Inside IR35) – Offering Hybrid Working 3 days per week on site based in Warrington – Flexible Hours Reed Talent Professionals are partnering with a large public sector organisation based in Warrington (with parking) they are currently recruiting for a Senior Legal Officer to assume responsibility for the supervision of the Claims and Litigation team ensuring that the company discharges its legal liability to claimants in an equitable and cost-effective manner from inception through to trial if applicable. The ideal candidate will have Litigation experience within an in-house insurance company and previous supervisory experience. Day-to-day of the role: Supervise a team of 4 Claims and Litigation Officers handling over 2,000 claims annually.Provide expert advice across the company on all claims and litigation-related matters.Support and deputise for the Head of Claims and Debt Recovery, ensuring a quality and effective legal service.Conduct and complete all stages of legal proceedings including preparation of pleadings, discovery of documents, preparing witness statements, instructing expert witnesses, briefing counsel, and preparing for trial.Compile estimates for Project Managers assessing financial and public relations implications of various engineering solutions.Provide statistical reports and undertake day-to-day team management duties as delegated. Required Skills & Qualifications: CILEX qualification as a “Fellow” or equivalent qualification, or significant experience in lieu of qualification.Associate of the Chartered Insurance Institute or a Fellow of the Institute of Legal Executives with experience handling own claims and litigation cases from inception to trial.Minimum three years post-qualification experience in claims and debt protocols, proficient in handling general Civil Litigation.Good knowledge of water and sewerage law and the legal framework within the business.Proficiency in computer applications with strong oral and written communication skills, negotiating skills, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.Leadership skills with the ability to motivate a team and deputise for the Claims and Debt Manager when required. To apply for the Senior Legal Officer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.