In house Legal Counsel

In-House Legal Counsel - Yorkshire Are you a commercially minded solicitor looking to take the next step in your in-house legal career? We are working in partnership with a well-known retail brand, offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a Commercial Lawyer to join a dynamic legal team at the heart of a thriving business. This is an ideal role for a legally qualified professional seeking variety, responsibility, and progression within a supportive and forward-thinking in-house environment. The Opportunity This UK-based organisation is a well known name in the retail and consumer sector, known for its innovation, customer focus, and commercial agility. As the business continues to evolve, the legal team plays a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance, supporting commercial initiatives, and driving governance excellence. This is your chance to join a respected legal function that sits at the centre of strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities As an In-House Commercial Lawyer, your day-to-day work will be varied and high-impact. You will: · Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial, contract, and retail trading matters. · Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across Buying, Finance, Procurement, and Operations. · Support the business on regulatory compliance matters, including consumer law and FCA obligations. · Identify and mitigate legal risk across the company's operations and product offerings. · Advise on dispute resolution, trading terms, and customer rights. · Deliver tailored legal training to non-legal stakeholders to upskill teams and embed best practice. · Contribute to corporate governance projects, policy development, and strategic legal initiatives. About You We're looking for a pragmatic, business-focused solicitor who can blend legal rigour with commercial awareness. The ideal candidate will have: · UK legal qualification, Solicitor or equivalent. (you'll probably need at least a couple of years post qualification to have the skill needed). · Strong grounding in commercial contracts and trading law. · Understanding of retail, consumer protection, and UK regulatory frameworks. · Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. · A proactive, solutions-led approach with an ability to work independently and collaboratively. · Experience with consumer credit or financial services is an advantage, but not essential. What's in It for You? · A strategic in-house legal role within a major retail group. · Broad scope of work across diverse commercial areas. · Clear path for career development within a growing legal function. · Hybrid working model with excellent work-life balance. · Competitive remuneration, benefits, and ongoing professional development. Apply Now If you're a commercial solicitor looking to make a meaningful contribution to a fast-moving, commercially ambitious organisation, this could be your ideal next move. Apply today to take the next step in your in-house legal career. BCL Legal is a specialist legal recruiter. We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.