In-House Legal Counsel | 3-4 PQE | National Law Firm | Birmingham/Hybrid BCL Legal is pleased to be assisting a top ranked national law firm in seeking an In-House Legal Counsel to join its in-house Office of Legal Counsel team in Birmingham. This permanent, full-time opportunity offers flexible working options with hybrid working as standard. Excellent salary and benefits are on offer. The Role As an In-House Legal Counsel in this dynamic in-house team, you will: · Work closely with the Head of Legal, Directors, Partners, senior stakeholders, and managers across multiple functions. · Provide pragmatic, commercial, and responsive legal advice aligned with business objectives. · Take ownership of drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements. · Support or lead negotiations involving technology-related matters, data protection, and privacy laws. · Develop and maintain standard templates, policies, and procedures to ensure legal compliance. · Advise on legal aspects of new and existing products, including third-party technologies. · Identify and manage legal risks, proposing practical mitigation strategies. · Stay current with evolving legal and regulatory developments, providing clear guidance to legal and non-legal colleagues. · Operate within a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality work. About You To be successful in this In-House Legal Counsel role, you will have: · 3-4 years PQE with solid commercial and negotiation experience. · Strong commercial awareness and the ability to align legal advice with broader business strategies. · Demonstrable expertise in technology-related legal matters, especially data protection and privacy. · Excellent communication skills, able to clearly explain complex legal issues to diverse audiences. · Sound judgment, professionalism, and interpersonal skills. · A proactive, collaborative approach with strong problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail. · The ability to manage multiple competing priorities with adaptability and strong time management. The Offering The successful candidate will receive: · A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. · The opportunity to be part of a recently formed, ambitious Office of Legal Counsel team, working closely with senior stakeholders and influencing commercial strategy. · A supportive, inclusive, and flexible working environment. · Real scope for professional growth within a national law firm known for innovation and excellence. · Exposure to high-impact projects across the firm's evolving legal and commercial landscape. Apply Now! To be considered for this In-House Legal Counsel vacancy, please apply here with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal for further information. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.