General Counsel & Company Secretary

The Company is seeking a General Counsel and Company Secretary to provide strategic legal and business advice and lead business-critical transactions, contract negotiations, and legal compliance. The role includes establishing processes for contracting, regulatory compliance, governance, and risk management, while educating the business on risk mitigation. The successful candidate will oversee company secretarial and entity management matters, manage external counsel, and collaborate with risk, finance, procurement, and compliance teams to strengthen internal operations. They will also support the organization’s cross-border activities and commercial growth. Candidates must be senior lawyers qualified in England and Wales, with General Counsel-level experience and strong company secretarial expertise. Significant experience in a relevant sector, such as supply chain management, logistics, commodities, distribution, or energy, is preferred. Applicants should have a track record of working credibly with senior executives and navigating complex, expanding international operations. The role also calls for the ability to initially operate as the organization’s sole lawyer and manage a broad range of legal and governance responsibilities.