Corporate Legal Director

Corporate Legal Director - Special Projects (FTC to Dec 2026)

Location: Slough (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Rate: Up to £672 per day PAYE (via agency payroll only)
FTSE 20 Global Consumer Goods Company

We are seeking an ambitious Corporate Legal Director to join the Group Legal team of an FTSE 20 business on a temporary contract until 31 December 2026.
Reporting to the SVP Legal: Corporate, M&A and Governance, you will lead on a high-profile, cross-functional restructuring project spanning 15-20 international markets. This project will consolidate legal entity structures globally, requiring deep corporate expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-border advisory capability.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex restructuring across multiple jurisdictions

• Advise on entity structuring, contracts, transaction documents, and negotiations

• Work closely with tax, governance, and head office teams

• Manage external counsel and internal legal team members

• Engage with senior business leaders to deliver pragmatic, strategic solutions

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, or equivalent) with 6+ PQE in corporate/transactional law

• Background in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational

• Track record advising listed businesses on corporate matters

• International restructuring experience is desirable

• Confident, collaborative, and able to operate at a senior stakeholder level

This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation programme at one of the world's most respected consumer goods businesses.

Apply now to discuss this unique role in more detail.