Role Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Counsel with 3–5 years post‑qualification experience (PQE) to join our Legal team. The role will support the business on commercial, marketing, procurement, and property‑related legal matters, working closely with internal stakeholders across corporate and operational functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating general commercial contracts.
• Providing legal support on matters related to:
  • Procurement and supply chain agreements
  • Marketing and advertising contracts
  • Property‑related agreements, including leases, licences, MOUs, and ancillary real estate documentation
• Advising internal stakeholders on contractual risks, compliance, and commercial implications.
• Supporting negotiations with landlords, suppliers, and external partners in coordination with business teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• Qualified lawyer with 3–5 years PQE, from a common law background.
• Ideally a mix of private practice training and in‑house experience.
• Strong experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Preferred exposure to:
  • Franchise, procurement, supply chain, and marketing agreements
  • Property / real estate matters, such as commercial leases, fit‑out‑related documentation, licences, and landlord negotiations (retail or commercial property exposure is highly desirable)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong commercial awareness, particularly in business‑driven environments.
• Ability to communicate legal advice clearly and pragmatically to non‑legal stakeholders.
• Confident in managing multiple stakeholders across legal, property, procurement, and marketing teams.
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and able to work independently with appropriate supervision.