Hybrid Legal Counsel (12-month FTC) – Contracts

Klöckner Pentaplast; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global packaging leader in London is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role involves preparing legal documentation, supporting contract management, and assisting with corporate governance. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, possessing strong drafting and negotiation skills, and able to work with minimal supervision. Join a company committed to sustainability and integrity while supporting their global operations.

Qualifications

• Ability to work at pace and with minimal supervision.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong collaborative mindset, flexible and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review and maintain a range of legal documents.
• Support full contract lifecycle including drafting and negotiation.
• Assist with corporate records and compliance obligations.
• Work closely with cross-functional departments to provide legal support.
• Organise and deliver legal training sessions.
• Maintain accurate records of legal activities.

Skills

Drafting skills

Interpretation skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Qualified Lawyer (1–3 PQE)

Job description

A global packaging leader in London is seeking a Legal Counsel for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role involves preparing legal documentation, supporting contract management, and assisting with corporate governance. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience, possessing strong drafting and negotiation skills, and able to work with minimal supervision. Join a company committed to sustainability and integrity while supporting their global operations.