Lawyer (General Advisory)

Morgan Hunt are currently working with a Professional Regulator in their search for a Lawyer (General Advisory) to join their Legal Team on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role, reflecting the team's broadened remit and offering an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer to provide high-quality, generalist legal advice across a wide range of organisational matters.

Location

Hybrid - 40% in the London office (Thursday plus one other day)

Salary

£64,000 - £67,000 per annum

Contract Type

Permanent

Hours

Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Provide pragmatic, solution-focused legal advice across corporate, commercial and governance matters.
• Advise on contracts, procurement processes, MOUs and other agreements.
• Provide expertise on data protection, information law and compliance.
• Support organisational policy development and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, actionable advice to stakeholders.
• Liaise with external legal advisers where required.
• Support the development of internal legal guidance, templates and processes.
• Contribute to legal risk management and early identification of issues.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organisation.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with 3+ years PQE.
• Strong general advisory experience, ideally within regulatory, public or membership-based organisations.
• Expertise in corporate/commercial law (contracts, procurement) and data protection/information law.
• Ability to hit the ground running and provide practical, timely advice.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Pragmatic, solutions-focused and able to balance legal risk with operational needs.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and high-performing legal team in a role that offers genuine breadth and variety. You'll work on interesting, non-contentious matters, contribute to a positive team culture, and play a key role in supporting effective governance and decision-making within a respected organisation.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact Alfie Robinson at Morgan Hunt on for more information.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.