In-House Counsel

CompanyBCL Legal

LocationNorth East, England, United Kingdom

Posted At1/16/2026

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Warehouse operatives

Occupation Code Skill LevelMedium Skilled - Extending

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Description

In house Legal Counsel

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join the operational legal team of a major North East business. This is a superb in-house role for a qualified solicitor who enjoys working close to the business on high-value, business-critical projects.

Our client is looking to recruit an in house legal counsel to support a diverse portfolio of operational, commercial, regulatory and contentious matters. The role offers real breadth, exposure to senior stakeholders, and the chance to play a key part in projects that have a tangible impact on communities and sustainability.

The Role

Reporting into the Head of Legal, you will provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice to operational and corporate teams across the UK and, where relevant, mainland Europe. This is a hands-on role with a strong emphasis on partnering with the business and enabling delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing legal advice and risk analysis on a wide range of commercial contracts and legal documentation
Supporting operational teams on the procurement of goods and services, including IT and digital services, facilities management and associated operational contracts

Advising on major business-critical projects, including infrastructure and construction projects, depot upgrades, electrification and sustainability initiatives

Supporting commercial teams on sub-contracting arrangements and operational bids, including public sector tenders

Managing contentious matters, claims, disputes and litigation, including instructing and overseeing external counsel

Advising on regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring alignment with internal governance frameworks

Conducting legal research and ensuring compliance with applicable UK and European laws and regulations

About You

This role will suit a solicitor who enjoys variety, responsibility and working within a complex, fast-paced environment.

You will ideally have:

Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales, with at least 3 years’ post-qualification experience
Strong experience in commercial law and contracting, across multiple contract types
A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach and a proven ability to deliver commercially sound legal advice
The confidence to manage multiple stakeholders across a matrix organisation

Excellent communication, drafting and analytical skills

A strong sense of corporate governance, integrity and professionalism

Why Apply?

This is a genuinely attractive in-house legal opportunity offering:

Exposure to high-profile, strategic projects across the UK and Europe
A role closely aligned with operational decision-making
Excellent career development and progression within a large, sophisticated legal function
The chance to work on projects linked to sustainability, infrastructure and innovation
A collaborative, professional environment with a strong team culture

If you are a UK-qualified solicitor looking to move in-house or take the next step in your in-house legal career, this role offers challenge, visibility and long-term development. For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch.