Legal Counsel

Opportunity: Legal Counsel

Location: Cardiff | Flexible Hybrid & Remote Working

Salary: Up to £60,000 + Excellent Benefits

Commercial Contracts Lawyer looking for something a little different?

If you've built a strong foundation in commercial contracts and you're starting to wonder whether there's more to legal life than the same agreements, the same stakeholders and the same conversations, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

We're working exclusively on an in-house Legal Counsel position within a high-profile organisation at the heart of Welsh sport. This is a chance to step into a broad, varied role where no two days are quite the same.

You'll advise on a fascinating mix of commercial matters, negotiating and drafting agreements that impact the business. From sponsorship and licensing arrangements to event-related contracts, regulatory matters and strategic projects, you'll work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation and become a trusted legal adviser rather than simply the person reviewing contracts at the end of the process.

We're particularly keen to speak with lawyers who have solid experience negotiating and drafting commercial contracts. Exposure to sports-related agreements would be advantageous. If you're commercially minded, adaptable and excited by the idea of applying your skills in a unique environment, we'd love to hear from you!

What You Will Be Doing:

Negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial agreements
Advising stakeholders across the business on legal and regulatory matters
Supporting major projects, events and strategic initiatives
Providing practical, commercially focused legal advice
Working on a diverse workload that extends beyond pure contracts work, including compliance and governance matters

What We Are Looking For:

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with around 3+ years' PQE
Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
Experience with sports contracts would be a bonus, but isn't essential

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Work in a unique sector with high-profile stakeholders
Flexible hybrid and remote working arrangements
25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
5% matched pension contribution
Free gym access
Healthcare cash plan options and enhanced sick pay
Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
Exclusive discounts and offers
Two complimentary tickets to senior men's and women's home games

This is the sort of role that doesn't come around often. It would suit someone who enjoys the technical side of commercial law but is looking for greater variety, closer stakeholder relationships and the opportunity to be part of something people are genuinely passionate about.

If you're curious to find out more, even if you're not actively looking, I'd love to have a confidential chat!

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.

*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities