Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive
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Position Overview & Specifications
Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive/Contracts Manager Wellingborough A rare and unique opportunity has arisen for an In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive/Contracts Manager to join a market-leading British wholesale organisation, in their Northampton office. This role is rewarded with a competitive salary and agile working. It presents an excellent in-house opportunity for an experienced Commercial Contracts professional to provide legal advice and expertise to a Northampton based national organisation in a position of immense growth.
About the role
The successful Commercial Contracts professional will provide services centrally focused on:
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders in the creation of formal agreements and contracts;
- Reviewing, assess and draft a wide range of formal commercial contracts;
- Managing a varied caseload of commercial contracts;
- Liaising with external legal counsel and stakeholders when appropriate.
About you
The successful Commercial Contracts professional will have at least one year of commercial contracts experience. You will also:
- Be able to demonstrate a track record of drafting and leading the negotiation of commercial contracts;
- Be able to prioritise and manage your own caseload,
- Proven ability of working with stakeholders at all levels.
You will have a good eye for detail, have excellent communication skills and have a commercial, client-focused approach. You must be able to commute to their Northampton office.
About the organisation
This leading food wholesale organisation is one of Britainβs most respected organisations within its industry. The organisation has a history dating back to th nineteenth century, yet it is committed to a forward-thinking, sustainable approach that values a healthy work/life balance and the organisationβs diversity ambitions.
For more information on this Commercial Contracts role, or on any other legal opportunities, please contact Nisha Jassi for a confidential discussion on 0121 260 2562 or by email Nisha.jassi@robertwalters.com. Alternatively, we offer a Β£200 incentive for all successfully placed candidates through your referral.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive/Contracts Manager Wellingborough A rare and unique opportunity has arisen for an In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive/Contracts Manager to join a market-leading British wholesale organisation, in their Northampton office ...
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: HR Consulting
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Commercial Contracts Lawyer/Legal Executive roles across Robert Walters's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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