Interim Senior Legal Counsel

The Company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support complex UK and international projects in a highly regulated environment. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial and multi-jurisdictional contracts, as well as advising on public procurement, tender documentation, and supplier agreements. The role will provide guidance to senior leadership on legal risk, governance, and compliance, and offer practical advice on commercial, regulatory, and operational matters. The successful candidate will partner with procurement and business teams and participate in negotiations with customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. Applicants must be a qualified solicitor admitted to the Bar in England and Wales, with senior-level experience and a strong background in commercial contracts gained in-house or in private practice. Proven experience advising on public procurement and supplier contracting, and negotiating complex arrangements with senior external stakeholders, is required. Candidates should be commercially minded, pragmatic, and confident in fast-paced environments. They must also be able to explain complex legal issues clearly to non-legal audiences.