Senior In-House Lawyer (General Counsel)

Company: Birchrose Associates
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Location: London
Job Description:

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an In-House Lawyer to join its General Counsel team on a permanent basis.

The Opportunity

The opportunity is with a highly regarded international law firm with a strong global presence, recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and commitment to excellence.

The firm is looking to appoint an experienced In-House Lawyer to advise on a broad range of legal, regulatory, compliance and professional conduct matters. Working closely with the General Counsel and senior members of the in-house legal team, you will act as a trusted advisor to Partners and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic projects whilst providing pragmatic legal advice across the business.

This role would suit either a lawyer currently in private practice looking to transition into an in-house legal role within a leading law firm, or an experienced in-house legal or compliance professional seeking a broader advisory position.

Responsibilities

The successful In-House Lawyer will take ownership of a broad range of matters and responsibilities, including:

  • Advising Partners and internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and professional conduct issues
  • Providing guidance on claims, complaints and potential circumstances
  • Investigating conduct and compliance matters
  • Designing, implementing and enhancing compliance systems and procedures
  • Leading firm-wide and global risk management projects
  • Advising on commercial contract risks and related legal issues
  • Developing and implementing global risk management policies and delivering training in conjunction with Learning & Development
  • Opportunity to join the General Counsel team of a leading international law firm
  • Broad and varied in-house legal role with exposure to senior stakeholders
  • Involvement in strategic global risk and compliance projects
  • Collaborative and supportive working environment
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
  • Ideally 7+ years’ PQE, although applications from candidates with less post-qualification experience who can demonstrate the required skills and experience are welcomed
  • Previous experience gained within an international law firm or comparable professional services environment, either in private practice or an in-house legal/compliance function
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous: financial crime, employment law, commercial litigation, data and technology, or investigations

To be considered for this In-House Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

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Posted: July 16th, 2026