Legal Counsel

Henderson Scott · Glasgow, Scotland

Legal Counsel at Henderson Scott, based in Glasgow, Scotland, paying £50,000 per annum. This is a contract role with hybrid working.

Salary
£50,000 per annum
Location
Glasgow, Scotland · Hybrid
Contract
Contract
Posted
4 days ago
Closes
16 Oct 2026
Sector
Solicitor

29% below the typical rate for solicitor

Reference DHLCGLA

About the role

Legal Counsel - Exclusive Role - Glasgow (Hybrid working)

Are you a newly qualified solicitor or legal professional with up to two years' post-qualification experience looking to develop your career in-house?

Our client operates internationally, from it's headquarters in Glasgow, and has a turnover of over £1/4 billion.

They are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join the Group legal team and provide legal support across the business.

Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation on a range of commercial and operational legal matters. This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad in-house experience while working closely with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Reviewing, drafting and negotiating client contracts and commercial agreements
  • Advising on contract-related queries and providing practical legal guidance
  • Providing legal advice on day-to-day operational matters and ad hoc projects
  • Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients
  • From time to time:
    • Assisting with debt recovery matters
    • Supporting insurance claims and related legal issues
    • Assisting with the enforcement of restrictive covenants

Essential Criteria

  • A qualified solicitor with between 0- 2 years' PQE
  • Contract review experience is essential
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong client relationship management skills

What's on Offer

  • Broad exposure to a variety of commercial legal matters
  • Direct support and mentoring from an experienced Group General Counsel
  • Hybrid working arrangement: 3 days in the Glasgow office and 2 days working from home.
  • A supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Excellent opportunity to develop an in-house legal career
  • Competitive salary, with a full range of benefits.

If you are looking for a varied role where you can make a real impact while developing your legal expertise, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career.

Reference: DHLCGLA · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 16 Oct 2026 · Listed via Henderson Scott

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