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Legal Counsel – 18 month contract
Rentokil Initial. Act as a legal advisor across the Group, assisting senior team members with pragmatic legal advice and risk management, particularly for M&A and commercial matters .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in M&A and commercial law, providing legal advice and risk management while supporting corporate transactions and compliance with AI regulations. Proficient in drafting contracts, conducting due diligence, and managing legal workflows across various jurisdictions.
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M&A Transaction SupportLegal Due DiligenceContract Drafting and NegotiationAI Regulation and GovernanceQualified Lawyer in England & Wales
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Hard Skills
Legal AdvisoryCommercial ContractsTransaction WorkflowsDue Diligence ReviewIntellectual Property LawData Protection/PrivacyLitigation SupportCorporate FinanceRisk ManagementHorizon Scanning
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills
Certifications & Qualifications
Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales
Industry Keywords
M&ACommercial LawCorporate MattersIn-House Legal ExperienceInternational Experience
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Act as a legal advisor across the Group, assisting senior team members with pragmatic legal advice and risk management, particularly for M&A and commercial matters
- Support the Senior Legal Counsel on corporate and M&A transaction workflows
- Assist with transaction due diligence, review DD reports, populate SPA/APA risk findings, engage external counsel, negotiate NDAs, draft CoSec PoAs, and prepare board resolutions
- Provide legal support to the Group Commercial team on customer and supplier contracts, third-party agreements, product development, marketing claims, and own-brand products
- Assist with AI regulation, governance, and contracting for M&A and commercial matters
- Develop and maintain M&A and commercial templates and playbooks
- Manage the legal intake process and provide initial support for incoming Group requests
- Conduct horizon scanning for legislation, regulation, and case law affecting the function
- Assist with support materials for commercial disputes and litigation
- Support broader Group corporate matters, including corporate finance, HR, and property
- Work closely with Legal team members in the UK and elsewhere under the guidance of senior counsel
Requirements
What you’ll need- Lawyer qualified in England & Wales (solicitor or barrister)
- Around 2–4 years PQE
- Degree or equivalent from an accredited institution
- Qualified and licensed to practice law in England and Wales
- Trained at a well-known firm or in a major corporation’s in-house legal department
- Experience reviewing, revising, drafting, and assisting in negotiating general commercial contracts
- Technology and/or product development background advantageous
- Experience in M&A, litigation, competition, or other legal areas advantageous
- Experience advising on intellectual property matters, data protection/privacy, and AI advantageous
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills across international markets and all levels of seniority
- In-house experience advantageous but not required
- International experience advantageous
Benefits
Comp & perks- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- Hybrid working
- Rentokil Initial Reward Scheme
- 23 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Death in service benefit
- Healthcare
- Free parking