Legal Counsel (Commercial)

Location – Northampton (NN4 7BF) – hybrid working with a minimum of two (but preferably three) days per week in the office

As a Legal Counsel (Commercial) at FCC Environment, you will provide legal support to the business across a wide range of commercial contract matters, including, in particular, supporting the development team with local authority tenders.

This vacancy is for a full‑time position.

Our promise to you

• 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Life insurance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• On‑job training and progression
• Refer a friend scheme
• Flexible benefits, including high street savings, cycle to work scheme and Gymflex membership (where applicable)
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and the Best Doctors Service

What will you be doing?

• Supporting the development team with local authority tenders
• Advising on procurement matters
• Negotiating, drafting and reviewing a range of commercial contracts
• Providing legal advice to all levels of the UK business
• Undertaking (with external legal support where necessary) and assisting the Managing Legal Counsel (Commercial) with complex commercial transactions and corporate finance transactions
• Working closely with the Managing Legal Counsel (Commercial) and wider teams
• Ensuring compliance with SHEQ policies and contributing to a strong safety culture

What are we looking for?

• At least two years’ post-qualified experience (in‑house experience advantageous but not essential)
• Experience in commercial contracts and procurement
• Exposure to corporate finance matters would be beneficial
• Knowledge of the waste industry or a similarly regulated environment (desirable)
• Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic approach
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• High attention to detail
• The ability to work collaboratively and support the wider legal team

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