Job Details

Commercial Lawyer – Automotive Supply Chain

Umbrella Rate: £39.19/hr (Inside IR35)

Maternity Cover Contract running until January 2027

Are you ready to take on a rewarding and challenging role that places you at the heart of global legal decision-making? This is your chance to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as a Commercial Lawyer. With a focus on high-value international disputes and commercial contracts, this role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact while working in a fast-paced and stimulating environment. If you thrive on solving complex legal challenges and enjoy working with global stakeholders, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

What You Will Do

• Provide expert legal support on global supply chain matters, focusing on commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
• Advise on high-value, complex international disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate and influence optimal resolutions.
• Develop and deliver training, policies, and guidelines to enhance legal awareness and support continuous improvement.
• Draft, review, and amend agreements and precedent documents to ensure legal compliance and business alignment.
• Manage external legal counsel globally when required, ensuring efficient delivery and budget management.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on legislative and industry changes to provide aligned and pragmatic advice.

What You Will Bring

• Qualification to practise law in England & Wales, with strong experience in commercial contracts and dispute resolution.
• Expertise in handling claims through mediation, arbitration, and court proceedings.
• High commercial acumen and the ability to deliver quick, pragmatic, and creative legal solutions.
• Proven ability to manage a high workload and meet critical deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience gained in a reputable private practice firm and/or in-house legal team, ideally with exposure to global businesses.

Additional Information

This role is based in Gaydon. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.

Contact

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