Overview

Senior Legal Counsel – Purpose-Driven Legal Role | Remote (UK)

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Type: Full-time | Two roles available

About the Organisation

For over a decade, this organisation has been a thought leader in circular economy innovation. It works with global brands, governments, NGOs, and academic institutions to scale solutions that eliminate waste, regenerate nature, and create long-term value. Its current strategic focus is on three high-impact missions:

• Plastics & Packaging
• Critical Minerals
• Retail (Fashion & Food)

About the Role

You’ll join a collaborative in-house legal team supporting both UK charity operations and international offices (North America, Brazil, China). These are broad, strategic roles offering exposure to:

• Commercial contracts and multi-party collaborations
• IP licensing and brand protection
• Charity law, data privacy, employment, and compliance
• Cross-border legal matters and stakeholder engagement

One role will focus on the Retail Mission, and the other on Plastics, partnering with teams that are catalysing change across industries.

About You

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent)
• 4+ years PQE (guide only), with strong in-house experience
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements
• Familiarity with charity law, data protection, IP, and competition law preferred
• Experience in retail, FMCG, supply chains, or sustainability-driven projects is a plus

Why Apply?

• Work with a globally respected organisation making real-world impact
• Collaborate with leading brands and institutions
• Flexible remote working or office-based in the Isle of Wight
• Generous benefits including enhanced leave, pension, and wellbeing support

Interested? Apply with your CV and cover letter via the application link. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.

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