Senior Legal Counsel - Corporate M&A

Job ID: JN-042026-7007998Posted: 2026-05-01Location: Gloucestershire, England, GBSalary: 100000 - 110000/yearType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: Stacey GrahamJob function: LegalSubsector: CorporateSector: Industrial / ManufacturingWhere: GloucestershireContract type: PermanentConsultant name: Stacey GrahamExcellent opportunity to join a leading global businessInteresting M&A projects and to get involved with commercial mattersAbout Our ClientA UK‑headquartered global engineering and manufacturing business supplying advanced solutions to customers across a wide range of industries worldwideJob DescriptionProvide legal support across a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A and other strategic transactionsDraft, review and negotiate high‑value, complex commercial contracts with customers, distributors, suppliers and other key business partnersSupport tender processes and respond to customer legal queriesAssist with legal and governance change initiatives and process improvement projects aligned with key business objectivesAdvise on day‑to‑day legal issues across the businessMaintain and develop legal templates, playbooks, procedures and know‑how materialsDeliver practical, commercially focused legal advice as a trusted business partnerInstruct and manage external legal advisers where requiredSupport senior lawyers in the UK and internationallyContribute to the development of the Legal & Secretariat team through knowledge sharing, training, mentoring and on boardingUndertake legal research as requiredThe Successful ApplicantA commercially minded lawyer with strong negotiation skills and sound judgmentAn analytical thinker who brings a flexible, creative approach to solving complex legal issuesQualified solicitor with atleast 8 years post‑qualification experience, comfortable operating in demanding environments and delivering pragmatic adviceExperienced in advising on corporate and strategic transactionsKnown for professionalism, integrity and a proactive, "can‑do" mindsetHighly detail‑oriented with strong drafting capabilitiesAble to build effective relationships and engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels of the businessDriven by continuous learning, with a genuine willingness to share knowledge and experienceWhat's on OfferSalary circa 100,000-110,000 - DOEBonusHybrid working (3 days in the office)Half day finish on a FridayEnhanced pension contributionPrivate MedicalLife Assurance