Legal Counsel - Corporate

SSQ is exclusively partnering with a highly acquisitive international distribution and services Group and a prominent member of the FTSE 100. It has a presence in over 30 countries offering solutions to its customers across a variety of sectors.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Legal Counsel to join their dynamic in-house legal team. The core focus of the role (70%) will be on UK/international M&A matters which will involve providing advice on a wide range of strategic transactions. The role will report to the Group General Counsel in London and work closely with the Corporate Development team and senior management at a Group and local level to drive forward acquisition strategy.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Lead and advise on global acquisitions and disposals across the full transaction lifecycle
• Advise on deal structures and review due diligence reports
• Negotiate and draft key documents, including letters of intent, purchase agreements, and shareholders’ agreements

UK General Support

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts (e.g., supply, customer, and IT agreements)
• Manage day-to-day legal queries from across the business (employment, IP, property, compliance and disputes)
• Advise the Company Secretarial and Tax Department on the legal implications of Group re-organisations and drafting/reviewing short form agreements and minutes.

Candidate Background

• Common law qualified solicitor with between 3-5 years PQE
• Strong experience in M&A, advising on cross-border transactions is highly desirable.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-moving environment with multiple ongoing deals.