Legal Executive

In House Legal Executive - £30,000 £37,000

Chatham Excellent Benefits Forward Thinking Employer

Are you legally trained, detail driven and commercially aware but not looking for a traditional law firm role? This opportunity offers the perfect blend of contract work, risk management and internal advisory support within a supportive, forward thinking business.

The Role

As an In House Legal Executive, you'll help protect the organisation by supporting contract negotiations, advising on legal & commercial risks, and building commercial awareness across the business. Working closely with the Legal Risk Manager, you'll review agreements, strengthen compliance, and provide guidance to teams at every level.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, amend and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts
• Support colleagues with legal, commercial and risk related queries
• Deliver GDPR, commercial awareness and contract training to new starters
• Monitor insurance related risks and identify non compliant clauses
• Support the creation and improvement of internal procedures and templates
• Respond to early litigation threats and elevate appropriately
• Maintain strong data protection and compliance standards
• Build relationships across departments and ensure smooth communication

What You'll Bring

• 1 2 years' experience in a legal, commercial or contract focused role
• Law degree (LLB) or similar legal background
• Strong understanding of contractual risk, liabilities and insurance considerations

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Paid Christmas shutdown
• Annual bonus
• Study support + bonus incentives
• Monthly employee awards
• Top tier tech & systems
• Supportive, people first culture

If you're excited by the idea of combining your legal knowledge with hands on commercial work in a dynamic business environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunities employer who respects and appreciates people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.