In-House Counsel

Company: Anakin Seal Legal
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Location: North East
Job Description:

Role Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Solicitor to join a well-established organisation in an in-house legal capacity. This role is responsible for delivering comprehensive, commercially focused legal support across a diverse group of companies, while also leading and developing a small legal team.

The position combines strategic advisory work with hands-on delivery across a broad range of legal matters, supporting business growth, compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice across all areas of the business, working closely with senior stakeholders including the General Counsel & Company Secretary

• Support corporate activity including restructuring, investment, disposals, due diligence, and membership models

• Advise on intellectual property, commercial contracts, property and construction matters, and regulatory requirements

• Manage commercial contentious matters at pre-litigation stage, aiming for early and effective resolution

• Support procurement, compliance, and subsidy control activities

• Provide employment law guidance to HR and wider business functions

• Maintain and develop legal templates for contracts across sales, procurement, and business development

• Deliver internal legal training on key areas such as contracts, IP, and confidentiality

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

• Significant experience within a commercial law firm and/or in-house environment

• Strong background in commercial contracts, IP, and wider commercial law

• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance legal risk and business needs

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

• As a guide you would have at least 5 years PQE

What’s on Offer

• In-house legal position with broad exposure across a complex business

• Opportunity to lead and shape a legal function

• Strategic involvement in business-critical decision-making

• Collaborative working environment with cross-functional engagement

• Hybrid working. 2 days in office and 3 from home.

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To find out more or to apply for this opportunity, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Posted: July 5th, 2026