EMEA Int’l Commercial Counsel

We are seeking an EMEA International Commercial Counsel based in our London Office. The role supports a broad international footprint and works across Europe, India, the Middle East and Africa. It is a high‑impact, strategic legal role providing pragmatic, business‑focused guidance that enables growth while managing risk.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide practical legal advice across commercial, regulatory and international matters.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on complex commercial agreements, including distributor and third‑party contracts.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain and Finance to support business strategy.
• Lead contract lifecycle management, including compliance, disputes and terminations.
• Support strategic initiatives such as M&A, due diligence and integration projects.
• Manage external counsel to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective legal support.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision‑making at all levels.

Education & Experience

• Qualified solicitor or barrister (UK or equivalent jurisdiction).
• 7–10+ years’ experience in commercial law within a leading law firm and/or in‑house.
• Strong experience negotiating international commercial agreements.
• Experience in consumer goods, technology or digital sectors preferred.
• Exposure to multi‑jurisdictional environments and distributor networks advantageous.
• Additional European language (French or German) beneficial.

Core Skills & Attributes

• Commercially astute and pragmatic with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear business advice.
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions‑focused, with credibility to influence senior stakeholders.
• Comfortable working across multiple geographies and functions.
• Balance legal risk with commercial opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive package including car allowance, bonus, long‑term incentive plan, 24 days annual leave, pension matched up to 9%, life assurance cover, private medical insurance and membership of a health cash plan.

Working days: Monday–Friday, 37 hours per week.

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