Senior Legal Counsel - Reed : Job Details

Interim/FTC Senior Legal Counsel - M&A, Funding, and Investment

Are you an experienced legal professional with expertise in M&A, funding, and investment? Join client's fast-growing renewable energy business on an interim or fixed-term contract. Act quickly - this opportunity won't last long!

About the Role:

Support key corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, funding rounds, and investment activities. Work closely with senior management and external advisers to drive growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage M&A transactions: due diligence, negotiation, documentation
• Provide legal support for funding rounds and investments
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate agreements: shareholder, purchase, joint venture
• Advise on corporate governance and compliance
• Collaborate with external legal advisers
• Support asset and fund management activities
• Oversee legal aspects of corporate projects
• Provide strategic advice on corporate finance and investments
• Assist with capital raising and investor relations
• Develop and implement corporate policies and procedures
• Assist with post-transaction integration and other projects

Location: 

Based in Cheltenham, with occasional visits to our London office. Hybrid working available.

About You:

• Qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE in corporate law (M&A, funding, investment)
• Strong experience in managing complex M&A transactions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and high standard of service
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Positive, proactive, and enthusiastic attitude
• Sound judgement and commercial acumen

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• Training opportunities and course sponsorship
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee referral scheme

Why Join Us?

Work closely with a well-established legal team and engage with senior levels, including C-suite. Contribute to transformative projects in the renewable energy sector and make a positive impact on the community and the planet. Develop your career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply now - this role is in high demand

Apply Now!

Contact Sophie Clarke at Reed (via LinkedIn) today to learn more about this exciting role and/or apply to be part of a fantastic In-House legal team and company.