Legal Counsel (12 month fixed term)

Are you a legal professional who is interested in contributing to the public's enjoyment and understanding of science?

About us

This is an exciting time for Science Museum Group (SMG) as we seek to deliver a world class experience to our visitors nationally through a range of new objects, galleries and masterplans, alongside a range of first class, innovative consumer experiences and products.

To support this work, we are looking for a commercially astute Legal Counsel to join our corporate services team to provide legal support for a variety of aspects at SMG on a fixed-term basis for 12 months, based at the Science Museum in London.

About the role

As Legal Counsel, you will report to and be supervised by the General Counsel (working with one other lawyer as part of a small team) although you will be encouraged to work directly with internal clients and to run your own matters from the outset. In this role, you will need the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise and think clearly and commercially, with a wide range of stakeholders in mind.

About you

As Legal Counsel, you will be pragmatic with a good broad understanding of commercial contracts, although additional experience and expertise in other relevant areas of the law is welcomed. You will have experience in or knowledge of intellectual property law, data protection as well as IT contracts and will bring a proactive, enthusiastic and motivated approach. You will be collaborative and will enjoy taking on new challenges.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you'll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

• Meaningful work. We're a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
• Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
• Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
• Healthcare cash plan. Digital health tools, gym discounts and cashback towards your everyday healthcare costs.
• Wellbeing. All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme and other wellbeing support.
• Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.
• Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
• Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
• Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops and cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network.