Social network you want to login/join with:Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below.The Arora Group is a successful solely UK-focused private group of companies, which leverages synergies across its specialist property, construction, and hotel divisions to its strategic advantage.Since 1999, the Group has built its standing through meticulously managing projects from inception to delivery and beyond. Today, it owns and manages a diverse portfolio of flagship assets across the nations key business locations, partnering with some of the worlds most recognised brands to deliver consistently high service levels and sustainable growth.The role will suit an experienced Senior Legal Counsel stepping into a General Counsel position. It is a fully office-based role in the Heathrow Airport Area (5 days a week).We have a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to be part of our successful growth story. Bring us your passion and ambition, and we will support you to achieve your goals and provide the rewards and benefits you deserve. We are looking for a General Counsel to oversee the legal aspects of our business. You will be able to take a strategic view of our exposure to risk and give necessary advice to mitigate it within our multi-faceted and expanding business. You will provide legal advice and support to management on all relevant issues.For more information on the Group, please visit our website www.thearoragroup.comDuties & ResponsibilitiesProvide accurate and timely legal counsel to executives on various topics (commercial agreements, dispute resolution, corporate finance, and corporate commercial law).Oversee complex legal transactions from a project management perspective, ensuring appropriate input from all stakeholders and specialists.Lead risk management strategies within the company.Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Take responsibility for Company Secretarial duties.Draft and solidify agreements, contracts, and other legal documents as needed.Manage external counsel and consultants to ensure value for money.Clarify legal language or specifications for company staff.Maintain current knowledge of legal developments and legislative changes.Skills & ExperienceLegal Qualification Qualified UK solicitor with a minimum of 10 years PQE experience (considering other PQE levels and qualified lawyers from other common law jurisdictions eligible for QLT).Excellent knowledge of corporate law, especially corporate finance, dispute resolution, and contracts.Methodical with attention to detail.Strong commercial outlook and pragmatic legal approach.Solid training from reputable law firms and/or business environments.Proven experience as legal counsel in a fast-paced business setting.High professional ethics and integrity.Sound judgment and analytical skills.Ability to manage multiple diverse projects simultaneously.Excellent communication skills.Approximately 8 years of experience in a small to medium national law firm before transitioning into business.Note for Recruitment Agencies: We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL agencies if this role is open for external recruitment.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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General Counsel (York)