Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a historic Yorkshire powerhouse in defenceWork with high‑value, technically complex contractsAbout Our ClientThis is a rare opportunity to join a UK based engineering innovator supplying critical components to the defence sector. With over a century of heritage, they operate from a state of the art manufacturing facility in Yorkshire and are part of a global group. They're undergoing an exciting phase of growth, with increased demand for their advanced power transmission systems. This is a chance to make a real impact within a close-knit, collaborative legal team.Job DescriptionThe Legal Counsel will be:Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad spectrum of high‑value and complex commercial contractsAdvising stakeholders across commercial, operational and strategic mattersInvestigating, managing and resolving disputesLiaising with external counsel on contentious issuesOverseeing company compliance and regulatory obligationsAssisting with redevelopment of company wide policies, procedures and precedentsDelivering legal training to the wider businessWider duties include advising in relation to commercial property, construction contracts, IP, and IT contractsThe Successful ApplicantThe Legal Counsel should be:A solicitor (or equivalent) with 3+ years PQESkilled in high‑value, complex commercial contracts is a mustExperienced (advantageous) in commercial property, construction, IP, or ITFamiliarity with manufacturing or defence sectors is a plus, though not essentialDue to the nature of the company, candidates will have to undergo security clearanceWhat's on OfferSalary range from £70-80k plus bonusGenerous holiday entitlement with the opportunity to accrue more with flexible workingEnhanced pension contributionsOn site gymOpportunity to work in a varied in‑house counsel role within a respected, growing defence manufacturer part of a wider global business with lots of opportunities for developmentIf you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.ContactMichael BaileyQuote job refJN-082025-6813195Phone number+441132437739Job summaryJob functionLegalSubsectorCommercialSectorBusiness ServicesLocationWest YorkshireContract typePermanentConsultant nameMichael BaileyConsultant phone+441132437739Job referenceJN-082025-6813195
