In house Legal Counsel

In-House Legal Counsel - Yorkshire

Are you a commercially minded solicitor looking to take the next step in your in-house legal career? We are working in partnership with a well‑known retail brand, offering a rare and exciting opportunity for a Commercial Lawyer to join a dynamic legal team at the heart of a thriving business.

This is an ideal role for a legally qualified professional seeking variety, responsibility, and progression within a supportive and forward‑thinking in‑house environment.

This UK‑based organisation is a well known name in the retail and consumer sector, known for its innovation, customer focus, and commercial agility. As the business continues to evolve, the legal team plays a pivotal role in ensuring legal compliance, supporting commercial initiatives, and driving governance excellence. This is your chance to join a respected legal function that sits at the centre of strategic decision‑making.

• Provide expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial, contract, and retail trading matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements across Buying, Finance, Procurement, and Operations.
• Support the business on regulatory compliance matters, including consumer law and FCA obligations.
• Identify and mitigate legal risk across the company's operations and product offerings.
• Advise on dispute resolution, trading terms, and customer rights.
• Deliver tailored legal training to non‑legal stakeholders to upskill teams and embed best practice.
• Contribute to corporate governance projects, policy development, and strategic legal initiatives.

We're looking for a pragmatic, business‑focused solicitor who can blend legal rigour with commercial awareness. The ideal candidate will have:

• UK legal qualification, Solicitor or equivalent. (you'll probably need at least a couple of years post qualification to have the skill needed).
• Strong grounding in commercial contracts and trading law.
• Understanding of retail, consumer protection, and UK regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• A proactive, solutions‑led approach with an ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with consumer credit or financial services is an advantage, but not essential.

• A strategic in‑house legal role within a major retail group.
• Broad scope of work across diverse commercial areas.
• Clear path for career development within a growing legal function.
• Hybrid working model with excellent work‑life balance.
• Competitive remuneration, benefits, and ongoing professional development.

If you're a commercial solicitor looking to make a meaningful contribution to a fast‑moving, commercially ambitious organisation, this could be your ideal next move. Apply today to take the next step in your in‑house legal career. BCL Legal is a specialist legal recruiter. We are committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities in employment. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.