Legal Counsel (Intellectual Property) @ FTSE 100 Publishing Company This range is provided by Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Direct message the job poster from Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment. Our client is a global leader in academic publishing and digital knowledge solutions, dedicated to advancing learning and innovation through trusted content and collaboration. With a strong reputation for quality, they shape the future of knowledge sharing and discovery. We are hiring a Legal Counsel with an Intellectual Property background to join our legal team, supporting our global publishing and digital content business. The role includes advising on commercial contracts, copyright, defamation, and privacy matters. You will collaborate with stakeholders to resolve disputes, manage external counsel, update contract templates, and deliver training on legal risk awareness. Building relationships with senior stakeholders is also key. What We’re Looking For

UK-qualified solicitor with 3-6 years’ PQE Strong experience advising on commercial contracts, IP/copyright, and data protection matters. Experience within publishing, media, or digital content industries is desirable but not essential. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal audiences.

Package

10% Bonus Excellent Share Scheme 26 days holiday + 4 paid volunteering days annually Private medical insurance and employee assistance programme Pension scheme and life assurance Flexible hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office

Seniority level Associate Employment type Full-time Job function Legal Industries Book and Periodical Publishing and Education Referrals may increase your chances of interviewing at Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment. Get notified about new Legal Counsel jobs in London Area, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr