Legal Counsel - Procurement/Contracts

Michael Page Legal
Leeds
This Legal Counsel role in Leeds offers the opportunity to join a growing global procurement function within a leading professional services firm. You will work on a broad range of commercial contracts while supporting strategic business initiatives in a collaborative, fast paced environment.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international professional services firm with a strong global presence and an impressive portfolio of high profile clients, including major listed organisations. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to innovation, the business has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest heavily in its people and infrastructure.

With thousands of employees worldwide, the organisation fosters an inclusive and supportive environment where individuals are encouraged to develop, progress, and make a real impact. Its reputation for excellence, forward thinking approach, and focus on continuous improvement makes it an attractive destination for ambitious legal professionals seeking long term career growth.

Description

The Legal Counsel will be:
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts
  • Supporting procurement teams with contract negotiations and supplier arrangements
  • Advising on data protection matters including data processing and cross border transfers
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with policies and standards
  • Enhancing and streamlining contracting processes and frameworks
  • Working closely with risk, compliance and information security teams
  • Providing proactive, business focused legal advice to support decision making
  • Identifying and mitigating legal and commercial risks
  • Supporting the development of colleagues within the procurement function
Profile

The Legal Counsel should be:
  • A solicitor or equivalent with 2 years PQE or above
  • Experienced in commercial contracts including technology or procurement agreements
  • Knowledgeable in contract law, data protection and risk management
  • Able to deliver pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice
  • Confident managing workload and prioritising effectively in a fast paced environment
  • A strong communicator with excellent drafting and negotiation skills
  • Collaborative, proactive and able to work autonomously
  • Professional and capable of handling sensitive matters
Job Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a globally recognised professional services business during an exciting phase of growth. You will work on high quality, complex matters alongside experienced professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, strong career progression opportunities, and exposure to high profile international work. You will be part of a forward thinking organisation that invests in its people and provides a platform for long term career development.

If you're an experienced Legal Counsel, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.
Posted 2026-04-08

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