V06018 - Legal Counsel

Legal Council

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
12 Month Contract – 37 hours per week
Based: Warton and Samlesbury
Working arrangements: 3 days on site per week
Hourly rate: £75.00 PAYE or £98.91 Umbrella inside IR35

Must be on the Law Society and or the Bar Council Roll as a practising Solicitor or Barrister!

Overview
BAE Systems is looking for a Legal Counsel to join the Air Operations team. You will act as a trusted legal partner to the business, providing clear and practical advice across complex defence programmes.
You will support high profile work across platforms such as fast jet and future air programmes. You will be part of a global legal function and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

Responsibilities
Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts with customers and partners
Providing clear legal advice that supports delivery and manages risk
Supporting compliance across areas such as export control, procurement and product safety
Identifying and managing legal risks early
Supporting dispute resolution and helping drive practical outcomes
Working closely with internal stakeholders and the wider legal team

Skills & Experience:
Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK
Experience in a commercial legal environment
Strong technical legal knowledge with the ability to apply it in practice
Clear communication skills and ability to simplify complex issues
Confidence working with senior stakeholders and taking ownership

Clearance: Eligible for SC CLEARANCE

If you would like to be considered for this role please don't hesitate to click apply or call Levi Jackson on for more information. xwzovoh

Inclusion statement
Outsource UK is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You'll receive consideration for your application without regard to race, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, or age.