In-House Counsel - Remote Specialist

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and adaptable In‑House Counsel to join their legal team on a fully remote basis, supporting their extensive business operations, including those historically based in East London. This role is integral to providing comprehensive legal support across a spectrum of corporate and commercial activities, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks in a dynamic business environment. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in contract negotiation, regulatory matters, and general corporate law within a flexible, remote‑first framework. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced legal professional who excels in independent work and global collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal counsel and support to business units on contractual, operational, and compliance matters.
• Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of complex commercial agreements and legal instruments.
• Advise on regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management strategies applicable to diverse operations.
• Conduct thorough legal research and prepare well‑reasoned legal opinions on evolving legal issues.
• Manage external legal resources and coordinate litigation or dispute resolution efforts effectively.
• Proactively identify legal risks and propose appropriate mitigation strategies.

Requirements

• Admitted attorney with a minimum of 8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with significant in‑house exposure.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial law, contract negotiation, and corporate compliance.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Proficiency in managing legal documentation and leveraging legal technology in a remote setting.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced global context.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, complemented by performance‑based incentives.
• Full remote work arrangement, providing unparalleled flexibility and work‑life integration.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development support.
• The chance to play a key role in shaping the legal strategy of an expanding organization from anywhere.