In-house Lawyer
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21 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The role
At NEXT our legal team is a small close-knit group that plays a vital role in our success. We arent just here to review documents; we are respected partners who help the business navigate complex frameworks with a pragmatic and commercial approach.
As we continue to grow through our Total Platform partnershipssupporting iconic brands like Victorias Secret Reiss and Gapwe have an opportunity for a knowledgeable Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join us. This role is perfect for a person who enjoys a fast pace varied projects and a supportive environment where you can truly develop your expertise.
What youll take onReporting to the Head of Legal you will take responsibility for a wide range of legal matters that keep our global operations moving.
Commercial Agreements: Draft review and negotiate a variety of contracts including concession and licensing agreements SaaS consultancy and purchasing terms.
Brand Collaboration: Work across our diverse portfolio of brands handling everything from standard templates to high-profile celebrity endorsement agreements.
Generalist Legal Support: Get involved in intellectual property (IP) consumer law and regulatory work providing clear and purposeful guidance to the business.
Business Protection: Manage confidentiality agreements IP licenses and potentially support on data privacy compliance and commercial litigation.
- Strategic Partnership: Act as a bridge between legal requirements and business goals helping our internal clients achieve their objectives safely and efficiently.
We are looking for a qualified solicitor from either private practice or in-house background who is ready to work at pace and has an appetite for learning new areas of law.
Essential Criteria:
Qualifications: A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years Post Qualification Experience (PQE) gained in-house or in private practice.
Drafting Skills: Demonstrable experience in reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts.
Adaptability: A genuine interest in taking on generalist legal work outside of your immediate specialism.
Communication: An inspiring communicator who can build strong relationships across the business and explain complex legal points with clarity.
- Resilience: The ability to work to tight timescales at pace while maintaining high standards and attention to detail.
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About Company
You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now po ... View more
