General Counsel and Company Secretary - 12month FTC
- Recruiter
- EJ Legal Limited
- Location
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London (Central), London (Greater)
London (Central)London (Greater)
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Posted
- 19 Apr 2018
- Closes
- 18 May 2018
- Ref
- BW41173
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Category
- Legal, Public Sector
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
A dynamic, medium sized charity based in Central London is currently looking to appoint an Interim General Counsel and Company Secretary on a 12month fixed-term contract due to the current GC going on maternity leave. Working within a dynamic and supportive environment and reporting into the CEO you will be responsible for managing a small legal team, act as Company Secretary to the Board of Trustees and be involved in drafting and negotiating a range of commercial agreements and oversee a number of complex projects.
To be considered for this role you will need to have 7+ years post qualification dealing, ideally with experience of managing a legal department as well as experience of drafting, negotiating and advising on large value projects, commercial agreements, and partnership agreements. Experience of dealing with IP portfolios and advice in relation to copyright, trademarks and web domain use would be a bonus. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of charity law and governance.
This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for an interim management and leadership role which offers broad exposure on a range of challenging and stimulating work within a fantastic growing organisation.
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