Commercial Counsel

About us

The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. We are driving fast paced, transformational change that is allowing us to save more lives in new and innovative ways. Our lifeboat crews and lifeguards need a dedicated, professional and talented team behind them so whatever the weather they can operate to the highest standards and save lives at sea.

Some of the benefits

• Flexible working
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

Your role

As the RNLI's business demands continue to evolve and increase, the Commercial Counsel role will assist in the provision of legal services across the organisation.

About you

You will carry out a wide and diverse range of legal work including: Contracts; Media; Corporate Partnerships; European law; Retail law; Fundraising law; IT contracts; Gaming; Personal injury; Employment law; Charity law; Marine law; Liability; Health and Safety; Intellectual Property Rights and Data Protection.

More specifically, you'll be:

• A qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Legal Executive
• Proven experience of dealing with varied caseloads with minimum supervision
• Experience of drafting commercial contracts
• Commercial in your approach - in-house experience would be ideal though is not essential

So, as Commercial Counsel, if you have the above skills and experience, and want to contribute to our organisation's aim to reduce drowning, please apply now using the apply button shown.