Role requirement
Vacancy type
Permanent
Sector
Legal
Specialisim
Legal Counsel (In-house)
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear
Language skills
English
Job reference No.
16577
Salary
Competitive
Data Published
19/08/2026
Closing date
09/09/2026
Responsibilities:
- Advising on a broad range of commercial, regulatory and corporate legal issues.
- Identifying, monitoring and escalating legal risks, including in relation to new regulatory developments.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting the organisation's commercial position.
- Supporting corporate and governance matters alongside the Company Secretariat team.
- Assisting with compliance
- Supporting the management of contractual disputes.
- Working with external counsel on key projects.
Skills and Expeirence:
Essential
- Good understanding of general commercial legal principles and commercial contracts.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and work independently, with support of senior lawyers in the team (depending on experience).
- Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.
Beneficial
- Experience of financial services sector or another regulated industry.
- Experience in corporate law or litigation.
- Experience in data protection law.
- Private practice experience at a large commercial law firm.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Kim has been a dedicated member of Core-Asset Consulting for 18 years, her recruitment expertise spans several critical areas, including Legal, Company Secretarial, Risk (IT and technology risk), Data, and Governance.
Kim’s approach is authentic and people-focused, ensuring that every candidate and client receives an honest, reliable, and professional service. This dedication to quality and integrity has cemented her reputation as a trusted advisor in the recruitment industry, driving successful placements and fostering enduring client partnerships.
Her impact on the legal sector includes highlighting the opportunities in in-house legal roles, promoting flexible and remote working, and advocating for diversity and inclusion within the profession. Known for her professional and proactive approach, Kim consistently delivers the highest standards of service.
We put people before profit, service before sales and ethics above all.
Betsy Williamson Chief Executive Officer