Legal Counsel

WPP

London, United Kingdom
On-site
Qualified solicitor with 3+ years experience
Commercial contract drafting expertise
Intellectual property and data privacy knowledge
This role offers a unique opportunity to provide practical legal expertise to WPP's global agency commercial and client teams worldwide

Job Summary

  • This role offers a unique opportunity to provide practical legal expertise to WPP's global agency commercial and client teams worldwide.
  • The successful candidate will draft complex contracts, advise on advertising clearance, and actively support client pitches and renegotiations.
  • WPP fosters a culture of creativity, belonging, and continuous learning within a hybrid work model requiring four days in the office weekly.

Matching Summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to provide practical legal expertise to WPP's global agency commercial and client teams worldwide.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified solicitor with 3+ years experience
  • Commercial contract drafting expertise
  • Intellectual property and data privacy knowledge
  • Advertising clearance and litigation risk mitigation
  • Strategic negotiation and client pitch support

Nice-to-have

  • Fluency in French or Italian languages
  • M&A background experience
  • AI law knowledge
  • Autonomy in fast-paced environment
  • Collaborative cross-jurisdictional teamwork

Key Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience
  • Strong working knowledge of AI law
  • Fluent English required
  • Hybrid work availability (4 days/week)

Work Rights

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