In-House Legal Counsel – Commercial

London | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Accuflex is supporting a leading international corporate travel and event management business in the appointment of a commercially astute Legal Counsel on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor (circa 2+ PQE preferred) looking to step into a broad in-house commercial role within a fast-paced, international environment.

The Opportunity

Our client operates globally at the intersection of travel, technology and corporate services. With the majority of legal work handled internally, this role offers genuine breadth and hands-on responsibility from day one.

Reporting into the Director of Legal, you will support the business across a wide range of commercial and regulatory matters.

This is a role for someone confident, pragmatic and comfortable operating in a dynamic business.

Key Responsibilities

You will:

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including:

  • Supplier and service agreements

  • Customer agreements

  • NDAs and templates

  • IT and software agreements

  • Addendums and renewals

• Lead client-facing negotiations and explain contractual positions clearly and commercially

• Manage agreements through to execution, including internal approvals

• Advise global offices on regulatory and compliance matters

• Provide guidance on data protection within commercial agreements

• Support due diligence projects and new ventures

• Assist on insurance management and sanctions compliance matters

• Monitor regulatory developments affecting the sector

About You

We are looking for a commercially focused lawyer who:

• Has strong commercial contracts experience

• Is confident negotiating directly with counterparties

• Understands data protection within client-facing agreements

• Can translate legal risk into practical business advice

• Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

• Is pragmatic and calm under pressure

Experience in one or more of the following would be advantageous:

• Software / SaaS agreements

• IP licensing

• International commercial contracts

• Travel, technology or services sectors

• European language skills

Candidate Profile

• England & Wales qualified Solicitor or employed Barrister

• Circa 2+ PQE preferred (though experience level will be considered based on capability)

• In-house experience desirable but not essential

• Strong drafting and stakeholder management skills

Why Consider This Role?

• Genuine in-house exposure in a global business

• Broad commercial scope

• Opportunity to make an immediate impact

• 6-month FTC ideal for lawyers between roles or seeking in-house exposure

London-based. Limited travel may be required.