Legal
Our client is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its in-house Legal team in Northampton, Northamptonshire on a locum basis.
The focus on the role be on corporate/commercial matters but will also encapsulate providing pragmatic legal advice across commercial property, contracts, regulatory matters and governance. The role offers hybrid working, with one or two days per week in the office, potentially less.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of commercial property matters, including leases, renewals, licences, assignments, underleases, rent deposit deeds, deeds of variation, easements and wayleaves
Conduct legal due diligence and title investigations
Advise on property transactions, acquisitions, renewals and disposals
Support major property projects and work closely with the Property team
Draft, review and negotiate commercial and non-commercial contracts
Advise on supplier contracts, tenders, disputes and associated legal risks
Advise on licensing, grant funding, sponsorship and educational placement agreements
Provide advice on healthcare commissioner and NHS contracts
Support senior management on legal and regulatory developments
Advise on governance and regulatory compliance across the organisation
Review and advise on policies, procedures and guidelines
Advise on professional regulatory matters, complaints and Ombudsman matters
Provide legal support in relation to Coroner matters, investigations and inquests
Advise on data protection, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, care standards and charity regulations
Maintain the contract management database
Provide legal input to committees, working groups and major organisational projects
Undertake legal research and provide clear, practical advice to non-legal stakeholders
Requirements
Qualified Solicitor with significant post-qualification experience
Current practising certificate
Strong experience across commercial property and contract law
Experience advising on commercial property transactions, leases and related documentation
Good understanding of legal and regulatory issues affecting charities or another highly regulated organisation
Strong commercial judgement and a pragmatic approach to legal advice
Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills
Ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to non-legal colleagues
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving ability
Experience managing contracts or a contract management database
Prior in-house experience would be advantageous
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful.
Salary:
Job Type: Contract, Temporary
Location: Northampton, West Northamptonshire
To apply for this job please visit www.cv-library.co.uk.