Junior Legal Counsel

The company:

Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.

 

The position:

 

We are currently seeking a talented commercial lawyer to join our legal team as a Junior Legal Counsel.

 

This is a key role where the successful candidate will be the primary point of contact for a wide range of issues relating to the Formula 1 business.

 

The role will be varied and will appeal to candidates who are pro-active, think commercially and can operate effectively across the business including advising members of senior management on important legal matters.

 

Up to 2 years PQE.

 

As a Junior Legal Counsel, you will be:

  • Drafting, negotiating and advising on a variety of commercial contracts including sponsorship and licensing agreements, supply and purchase agreements, commission agreements and non-disclosure agreements;
  • Providing general legal advice and support to the business and its support functions including IT, HR, Procurement, Facilities and Communications; and
  • Assisting in employment-related legal matters, including preparing and negotiating service agreements, settlement agreements, policies and other employment-related documentation.

The successful candidate will be a commercial lawyer with experience of dealing with data protection and, ideally, employment issues. A fluent communicator, with a highly analytical approach and strong attention to detail, the successful candidate will have the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and work robustly under pressure.

 

This is an excellent opportunity to further your career in this high-profile role within our ambitious team.

Application closing date: All applications must be received by 20 November 2022.

 

What can Williams offer?

The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.

 

Williams is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity and inclusion. If you have a disability, we are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments.