Legal Counsel – Southampton

The Legal Counsel provides legal support to the UK business, ensuring commercial activities adhere to legal standards and regulations. This role involves reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial agreements, supporting sales and business teams, and managing legal risks. Candidates should have PQE in commercial law or in-house legal support, with experience in IT, cloud, or technology sectors. Key skills include drafting software licensing, SaaS contracts, and regulatory knowledge such as data protection and competition law. The position offers up to £68,000 plus a bonus and benefits, working within a collaborative legal team across the organisation. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to build effective relationships are essential.