Legal Adviser (Contract and Litigation)

Bromcom Computers Plc; Bromley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology firm is seeking a proactive Mid-Level In-House Legal Adviser to join its small legal team in Bromley. The role requires at least 2 years of commercial legal experience. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating agreements, assisting in litigation, and providing legal support to internal teams. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and the ability to supervise junior team members. This is a full-time, in-office position, providing the opportunity to work across various commercial and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ commercial legal experience, either in-house or in private practice.
• Experience drafting and negotiating agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver commercially focused advice.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support to the Managing Director.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Assist in litigation and support dispute resolution activities.
• Support the Tenders Team with legal feedback on tender documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies like the Information Commissioner’s Office.

Skills

Commercial legal experience

Drafting and negotiating agreements

Knowledge of Competition Law

Knowledge of Data Protection Laws

Strong communication skills

Supervision and mentoring

Job description

We are seeking a proactive Mid-Level In-House Legal Adviser (Contract and Litigation) with at least 2 years of commercial legal experience to join our small but highly effective legal team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of commercial, contractual, and regulatory matters within a dynamic business environment.

This is an in-office role, requiring the successful candidate to be in our Bromley office for 5 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Work within a small in-house legal team, providing day-to-day legal support and reporting directly to the Managing Director.

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including supplier agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.

• Instruct and collaborate with external solicitors on specialist matters or where additional support is required.

• Assist in litigation, coordinating with external solicitors and supporting dispute resolution activities.

• Lead the drafting, maintenance, and updating of internal policy documents, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Support the Tenders Team by reviewing tender documentation, particularly contractual terms, and providing practical legal feedback.

• Deal with customer contract-related queries and handle customer complaints involving contractual obligations or terms.

• Review commercial contracts and provide clear, practical advice to internal stakeholders across the business.

• Liaising with regulatory bodies such as the Information Commissioner’s Office and the Competition and Markets Authority.

• Oversee the work of a junior legal team member, providing guidance, supervision, and support to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 2 years’ commercial legal experience, either in-house or in private practice.
• Experience drafting and negotiating agreements, NDAs, and partnership agreements.
• Knowledge of Competition Law and Procurement Law.
• Some knowledge or experience of Data Protection Laws (e.g., UK GDPR, DPAs, privacy documents).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to deliver commercially focused, solution-oriented advice.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality outputs.

Advantageous Experience

• Prior experience working with sales, procurement, finance, or customer service teams is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience handling customer-facing legal queries or complaints is a plus.

Working Arrangement

• In-office, full time.