Legal Director

Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment

Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 24 days

London, Greater London EC2V7NQ, England

£90,000 - £108,000 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The position is for a Legal Director (Counsel) in the Global Oil & Gas Sector with a hybrid working model.
Key responsibilities include leading legal support for mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and dispute resolution.
Candidates should be qualified Solicitors in England and Wales with 10-15 years of post-qualification experience in any consumer business industry, preferably with a focus on corporate law.
The role offers a competitive salary along with a 10-15% bonus, full family healthcare, and additional benefits.
This is an opportunity to influence the legal strategy of a global company in the energy and lubricants sector.

Legal Director (Counsel)
Global Oil & Gas Sector
Hybrid Working

Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will lead legal support for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution. You will also provide legal guidance on new acquisitions and investments, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. Additionally, you will draft board materials and collaborate with cross-functional teams and external advisors on key projects. A key part of the role is negotiating and drafting complex commercial agreements, ensuring they meet business objectives. You will also advise on regulatory compliance, risk management, and dispute resolution, offering practical legal solutions in a commercial context.Key Requirements:The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor in England and Wales, with 10-15 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in any consumer business industry (Oil & Gas would be beneficial but not essential). You should have strong in-house experience, particularly in corporate law, including M&A, joint ventures, and restructurings. Expertise in negotiating complex agreements and resolving disputes is essential. You must demonstrate business-focused legal judgment and possess excellent communication skills. Experience working in a multicultural, global environment will be beneficial.What They Offer:Our client offers a competitive salary, a 10-15% bonus, full family healthcare, 25 days of holiday, and a 5% employer pension contribution. The working model is hybrid, with office days from Monday to Wednesday. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the legal strategy of a growing, global company at the forefront of the energy and lubricants sector.

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