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Pertemps Derby
Posted 11 hours ago, valid for 19 days
Derby, Derbyshire DE12FU, England
£50,129 - £62,662 per annum
Full Time
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
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Sonic Summary
- The position of Legal Counsel is available at a forward-thinking university in Derby.
- The annual salary for this role ranges from £50,129 to £62,662.
- Candidates must be qualified solicitors or barristers in England and Wales with proven experience in commercial law and contract negotiation.
- Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating legal agreements, providing legal advice, and assisting with litigation matters.
- The role offers benefits such as 30 days of annual leave, a generous pension scheme, and flexible working options.
Location: Derby
Salary: 50,129 - 62,662 per annum (
An exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister to join the legal team of a forward-thinking university. This role involves delivering high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across a wide range of matters including contracts, intellectual property, regulatory issues, and dispute resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements, including commercial, collaboration, and research contracts
Provide clear, pragmatic advice on contractual, commercial, and regulatory matters
Support IP commercialisation and research contracting activities within the university
Advise on governance issues and liaise with external legal advisers where necessary
Assist with litigation matters, student and supplier disputes
Deliver training and support to internal stakeholder
Contribute to legal risk management and policy development
Essential Requirements:
Qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales
Proven experience in commercial law and contract negotiation
Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads
Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills
A practical, solutions-focused approach
Benefits:
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional concessionary days
Generous pension scheme with up to 28.6% employer contribution
Private health insurance and wellbeing support
Family-friendly policies and tuition fee support for dependants
Flexible working options and a supportive, inclusive workplace
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