Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a wide range of supply chain agreements, including supplier contracts, procurement agreements, and related commercial documentation.
Provide legal support to acquired businesses (Graysons, One Circle, St James, Wilson Vale), ensuring their contracts and commercial arrangements align with group standards and risk appetite.
Provide strategic legal advice to support the company’s commercial goals
Manage legal risk and ensure compliance with internal and group governance standards
Implement and deliver training on contract administration, covering everything from tender to negotiation, amendments and termination
Draft and review non-core agreements like NDAs and consultancy contracts
Oversee litigation matters, coordinating with external counsel as needed
Support the company secretary with corporate governance matters under UK law
Assist with additional legal matters as required

UK-qualified lawyer with a minimum of 3 years PQE (ideally 4-5), eligible to work in the UK
Proven track record in advising and negotiating complex commercial contracts, particularly subcontracts with flow-down terms in the government sector
Proactive and commercial mindset, skilled at identifying solutions and managing risk to support business goals
Ability to build strong business relationships
In-house experience is a plus but not essential
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
A strong work ethic and the ability to prioritise in a fast-changing environment

Competitive salary
Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
FOOD! A plethora of opportunities to attend in-house events and try out the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Legal Counsel

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