LAW Absolute

About the Company

LAW Absolute, established in 2003, is an independent legal recruitment agency that specialises in legal recruitment across all sectors and business services into law firms. Our clients are based in London and across the UK. We provide recruitment solutions for in-house, private practice and public sector clients.

Our legal recruitment expertise includes: Solicitors, Lawyers, Paralegals, Contract Managers, Head of Legal and Legal Counsel.

Our business services team specialise on placing Marketing and Business Development roles into law firms.

Our recruitment capabilities involve placing people on a permanent and an interim basis.

After 20 years, we are proud of our presence at the forefront of the legal recruitment market, which enables us to deliver effective and efficient recruitment solutions for all legal job roles. Our knowledge, experience and extensive networks provide both candidates and clients with optimum opportunities. We are the original disruptor for law firms hiring talent by providing flexible, cost-effective legal resource and continue to be a market leader in this space.

Our consultants are highly experienced in their expert areas and provide quality, consultative advice to both clients and candidates every step of the way. We understand that every client is different, which is why we work hard to understand your exact recruitment needs. We apply this understanding to ensure the legal recruitment process is a success. For our candidates, this expertise, along with our approach, allows us to select the best legal job that suits you.

Please do visit our website at www.lawabsolute.com to find out more about us.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

LAW Absolute

Job Title

Legal Counsel

Job Description

Job title: Legal Counsel (Junior‑to‑Mid‑Level) Role Summary: Provide comprehensive legal support to a real‑estate investment & development business, advising on property, commercial contracts, employment, IP/data protection, and corporate governance. Work closely with the General Counsel to deliver high‑quality legal solutions across a diverse UK and international portfolio. Expactations: * 2–4 years PQE as a qualified solicitor or barrister. * Strong understanding of commercial law, contract drafting, and risk management. * Proactive, autonomous work style with clear communication to senior stakeholders and the Board. * Ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously under tight deadlines. * Familiarity with cross‑jurisdictional work, English law and other relevant legal systems. Key Responsibilities: * Draft, review and negotiate retail & office leases, asset‑management documents, and service agreements. * Advise on employment contracts, HR issues, and employment law compliance. * Manage IP affairs: domain registration, brand protection, and collaboration with media/communications teams. * Oversee consumer and third‑party service contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. * Update and draft company policies in response to regulatory developments; implement across portfolio. * Administer legal projects and document/case management using SharePoint; maintain deeds archive and retention schedules. * Contribute to divestiture/acquisition projects as experience grows. * Build and maintain relationships with external counsel and stakeholders in multiple jurisdictions. Required Skills: * Solid commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills. * Knowledge of real‑estate law (lease, asset management) and ability to learn sector specifics. * Competence in employment law and data protection principles. * Proficiency in legal research, risk assessment, and policy drafting. * Strong written and verbal communication for reporting to business leaders and the Board. * Time‑management and prioritisation of multiple concurrent matters. * Familiarity with document‑management systems (SharePoint preferred). Required Education & Certifications: * Qualified lawyer: Solicitor or Barrister (UK). * 2–4 years post‑qualification experience. * Real‑estate training preferred but not mandatory; equivalent commercial/contracts/IP experience acceptable.

London, United kingdom

On site

Junior

02-03-2026