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Interim In-house Commercial Contract Lawyer

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We are seeking an experienced Interim In-house Commercial Contract Lawyer to join a leading company in the West Midlands for a temporary assignment. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and manage a diverse range of commercial contracts. The ideal candidate will have in-house experience and a strong background in commercial law.

What you’ll do:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial contracts, including supplier, vendor, and customer agreements.
  • Advise on contract terms, risk management, and legal compliance issues.
  • Support senior stakeholders with legal guidance across various business functions.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that contracts are aligned with business objectives.
  • Provide practical, business-focused legal solutions to meet the company’s strategic goals.
  • Ensure contracts comply with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Assist with any other ad-hoc legal matters as required during the interim period.

What you bring:

  • Solicitor Qualification with a strong background in commercial contracts.
  • Previous in-house experience, ideally within a corporate or commercial setting.
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently manage multiple projects.
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
  • Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

For more information about this role and other temp and contract roles in the West Midlands, please get in contact with Sam Ricketts on 07570366863. Alternatively send your CV to sam.ricketts@robertwalters.com

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: CONTRACTOR

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Commercial Law

Industry: Legal

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Birmingham

Job Reference: T1B7N3-927CC350

Date posted: 22 January 2025

Consultant: Sam Ricketts

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