Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel – Commercial Focus

Hybrid – Central Manchester | Up to £75,000 + Benefits

We’re working with a well-established and growing business that’s looking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join its in-house legal team. This is a varied and engaging role offering real breadth, autonomy, and the chance to work closely with senior leadership across the organisation.

You’ll act as a trusted legal advisor to the business, supporting a wide range of commercial and strategic activities. While the primary focus is on commercial contracts, the role will also touch on other legal areas including corporate, regulatory, and intellectual property—providing great exposure and the opportunity to broaden your skillset.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements with suppliers, partners, and clients
• Provide pragmatic legal advice to internal teams on a range of topics including contracts, corporate matters, regulatory considerations, and intellectual property
• Support cross-functional initiatives and project teams to help deliver legally compliant, commercially sound outcomes
• Build strong relationships across the organisation to deliver timely and effective legal support
• Keep the General Counsel updated on key matters and developments
• Contribute to the development of junior legal team members through coaching and knowledge sharing
• Monitor legal developments and ensure relevant changes are communicated and embedded in internal processes
• Review and update internal policies and procedures as needed
• Deliver legal training sessions to wider teams

What We’re Looking For

• UK-qualified solicitor with relevant post-qualification experience (3 years+ PQE)
• Strong understanding of English contract law and proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Broad legal knowledge and ability to advise across a range of legal disciplines
• Commercially minded and solutions-focused – able to balance legal risk with business needs
• Clear, confident communicator with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working – Central Manchester office
• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off
• Pension contribution via Royal London
• Life Assurance cover
• Private medical, dental, and optical insurance via AXA
• Free breakfast available in the office

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys variety and is looking to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive and agile team.

InterQuest Group is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy. InterQuest Group is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, religion/belief, race, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, sex or sexual orientation. Please make us aware if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.