Legal Counsel

Job Title: Legal Counsel

Location: Derby

Salary: £50,129 - £62,662 per annum (

An exciting opportunity for a qualified solicitor or barrister to join the legal team of a forward-thinking university. This role involves delivering high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across a wide range of matters including contracts, intellectual property, regulatory issues, and dispute resolution.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of legal agreements, including commercial, collaboration, and research contracts

Provide clear, pragmatic advice on contractual, commercial, and regulatory matters

Support IP commercialisation and research contracting activities within the university

Advise on governance issues and liaise with external legal advisers where necessary

Assist with litigation matters, student and supplier disputes

Deliver training and support to internal stakeholder

Contribute to legal risk management and policy development

Essential Requirements:

Qualified to practise as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales

Proven experience in commercial law and contract negotiation

Ability to work independently and manage complex caseloads

Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills

A practical, solutions-focused approach

Benefits:

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional concessionary days

Generous pension scheme with up to 28.6% employer contribution

Private health insurance and wellbeing support

Family-friendly policies and tuition fee support for dependants

Flexible working options and a supportive, inclusive workplace

Please click to apply direct or call 013332 363000 opt 3.