Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial Lawyer

WPP

London, United Kingdom
On-site
Qualified solicitor with 7 years experience
Drafting complex commercial contracts
Leading contract negotiations
This role provides practical legal expertise to agency commercial and client teams worldwide within WPP's global Legal team

Job Summary

  • This role provides practical legal expertise to agency commercial and client teams worldwide within WPP's global Legal team.
  • The successful candidate will draft, negotiate, and advise on complex contracts including media planning, advertising technology, and influencer engagements.
  • WPP offers a hybrid work model with teams in the office around four days a week alongside a culture of creativity and belonging.

Matching Summary

This role provides practical legal expertise to agency commercial and client teams worldwide within WPP's global Legal team.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified solicitor with 7 years experience
  • Drafting complex commercial contracts
  • Leading contract negotiations
  • Knowledge of data privacy law
  • Understanding of AI regulations
  • Intellectual property expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Media industry experience preferred
  • Fluent English communication skills
  • Collaborative multidisciplinary teamwork
  • Proactive autonomy in fast-paced environment
  • Willingness to travel occasionally

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years post-qualification experience
  • Qualified solicitor or equivalent status
  • Strong working knowledge of contract law
  • Experience in litigation risk mitigation

Work Rights

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