FWA In-house Focus

LOOKING FOR IN-HOUSE SPECIALISTS…

FWA continues to be instructed on a range of interesting inhouse legal positions, from large international businesses to public sector roles. In the last few months in particular, we have seen an increase in demand for lawyers who are interested in making this move. So, if you are looking for a new challenge as an in-house lawyer, at any level – please contact us for a confidential discussion or visit our website. A small selection of what we have to offer is featured below:

Senior Legal Counsel – Glasgow / Hybrid (Assignment 16616)

Our client, a prominent in-house organisation is currently recruiting a Senior Legal Counsel to join its legal team in Glasgow. This role offers the opportunity to provide expert legal support across a range of commercial and procurement matters, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives while ensuring legal compliance.

The ideal candidate will be a Scottish qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE and a current practising certificate. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, providing timely legal advice, and managing relationships with external legal panel firms.

The role also involves ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations, advising on legal risks, and contributing to the development of internal policies to enhance operational efficiency. Knowledge of public sector procurement is essential, and experience in areas such as construction, data protection, and Freedom of Information is desirable but not required.

This full-time position requires a skilled communicator with strong analytical abilities and a proven track record in stakeholder management. Hybrid working options available for work-life balance.

In-house Commercial Lawyer – Glasgow/Hybrid (Assignment 16649)

An established public sector organisation is currently recruiting a qualified Solicitor to join its team within the Chief Executive’s Department in Glasgow. This role offers an exciting opportunity to provide strategic legal guidance across a variety of areas, including commercial contracts, procurement, construction, ICT, data protection, charity law, and other legal matters impacting local government. The role supports the Council and its Arm’s Length External Organisations (ALEOs) and requires collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, with a solid understanding of the Scottish local government context and expertise in key areas such as procurement, commercial law, and data protection. Reporting to a Legal Manager, you will be responsible for delivering comprehensive legal advice, managing your own caseload, and ensuring legislative and procedural compliance. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, providing expert advice to internal and external bodies, contributing to project milestones, and overseeing continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

This full-time role provides hybrid working options, supporting a balanced work-life dynamic. It is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, solution-oriented professional to build their expertise in the public sector, supported by a collaborative environment that values professional growth.

Senior Legal Counsel – Glasgow (Assignment 16350)

Our client, a well-established national business headquartered in Glasgow, is currently recruiting for a Senior Legal Counsel. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) and demonstrable expertise in regulatory compliance and commercial contracts.

The successful candidate will be responsible for advising and providing guidance on a range of matters, including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, disputes, commercial property, data protection, and intellectual property. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the General Counsel in the development, implementation, and maintenance of effective compliance policies, procedures, and guidance across the Group, with a specific focus on anti-bribery and corruption, sanctions, modern slavery, and other compliance areas as required.
• Collaborating with project teams across the organisation to provide legal support for strategic initiatives, including joint ventures and redevelopment projects, ensuring successful project outcomes.
• Assisting in the design and delivery of legal and compliance training for the company’s boards and management teams.

This is a full-time position offering a hybrid working arrangement to promote work-life balance.

Commercial Contracts Solicitor/Associate (Media) – Glasgow (Assignment 13866)

This global business is currently recruiting Solicitors to join its Commercial Contracts Team. This role is providing an in-house function to an in-house retailer. You will be involved in a range of complex work which will include commercial contracts, technology, outsourcing agreements and third-party supplier arrangements.

To be considered for this position you should have between 3-5 years’ PQE or 5 years’+ PQE and have commercial contracts experience, as well as technology and intellectual property experience, particularly in the media context. This role can be based in Glasgow or can be fully remote with hybrid working also on offer. The firm is open to hearing from candidates who wish to work full-time and part-time (4 day week).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team who offers continuous training and support.

Senior In-house Regulation Lawyer – Edinburgh (Assignment 16623)

Our client, a leading professional body representing over 13,000 solicitors is seeking a Disciplinary Proceedings Manager to oversee a team managing conduct complaints and disciplinary cases. This role is based in Edinburgh and involves managing a team that handles conduct complaints brought before the independent Professional Conduct Sub-committee (PCSC) or the Scottish Solicitors’ Discipline Tribunal (SSDT).

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Scottish lawyer with a minimum of 7 years’ PQE. You should have strong expertise in litigation (preferably civil) and/or regulatory proceedings, along with proven leadership skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for lawyers looking to move in-house and enjoy more flexible working arrangements. The organisation offers a hybrid working policy, as well as a range of additional benefits.

In-House Litigation Solicitor – Ayrshire / Hybrid (Assignment 15597)

We have been instructed on this unique in-house role with our client with our client, a highly regarded organisation specialising in debt and consumer arrears. There is currently a need for a qualified solicitor to join its busy Legal team on a full-time basis in Ayrshire.

The post-holder can expect to be involved in a range of litigation matters including managing cases of complex disputes, mitigate costs and protecting the reputation of the company. You can also expect to work closely with other stakeholders within the business, as well as customers, legal representatives and third parties of all stages of the litigation process, ensuring positive outcomes through negotiation.

The team is keen to hear from those with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE, and candidate must have some experience in debt recovery or civil litigation. This is a great opportunity for candidates looking to move in-house; the team also supports hybrid working with an expectation of 3 days office presence per week.

If any of the above positions are of interest or to discuss litigation opportunities more generally, please get in touch with Frasia, Cameron, Teddie, Stephanie or Jade for an initial and confidential discussion.

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