In house Legal Counsel

In house Legal Counsel - In-House | Global Engineering Group | UK An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a lawyer to join the established UK legal function of a successful, international high-tech engineering group. This is an ideal first move in-house for a commercially minded lawyer seeking broad exposure and genuine career progression within a global business operating across multiple jurisdictions. The Opportunity Reporting into senior leadership within a well-established legal team, you will provide business-aligned legal support across a diverse range of matters, including: · Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, distribution, procurement, development and bespoke agreements) · Advising on corporate governance, board documentation and internal policies · Supporting M&A transactions, including due diligence and transaction documents · Providing guidance on compliance, GDPR and risk management frameworks · Assisting with commercial property matters (leases, licences, easements) · Managing disputes from initial assessment through to litigation readiness · Liaising with and managing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions This is a broad, hands-on in-house role offering real responsibility, international exposure and the opportunity to develop into a trusted legal adviser to the business. About You You will be: · A UK qualified Solicitor (1-4 PQE) · Experienced in commercial contract drafting and negotiation · Commercially astute, pragmatic and solutions-focused · Confident advising internal stakeholders on legal risk · Organised and capable of managing multiple workstreams Experience in commercial property, M&A or cross-border matters would be advantageous but is not essential. Why Apply? This role offers: · Excellent exposure across commercial, corporate, compliance and dispute resolution work · International scope and cross-functional collaboration · Strong long-term career development potential · A supportive, forward-thinking legal environment embracing digital transformation For solicitors seeking a broad in-house legal counsel role with genuine progression prospects, this represents an excellent career move. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.