Commercial Lawyer

Legal.io

A multinational food and food brands company is seeking to engage a junior to mid-level commercial attorney (experienced contract managers may also apply) to assist the company on an interim basis (30 hours per week for an initial 6 month term).

Title: Commercial Counsel or Contract Manager

Location: Remote (UK or France)

Hours: 30 Hours / Week

Duration: 6 Months (From 4/3/2025 until 10/6/2025)

Pay Rate: $75 – $90 / hr

Preferred Profile:

• Mid-level attorney (4+ years experience, preferably qualified in the UK or France, or EU qualified) preferred
• Experienced contract managers may also be considered.
• Experience with commercial contracts and legal document review is ideal.
• Experience with practicing in French and negotiating agreements in French would be a strong value add though not required
• Experience handling commercial agreements subject to French law

Scope of Work:

• Reviewing overflow contract volume to support the internal commercial/legal team.
• Review of commercial services agreements, direct supply agreements (ingredients, materials, packaging for consumer goods), and real estate lease agreements.
• Work will be overseen by an internal senior commercial attorney.
• Bulk of the work will likely be assisting with negotiations on NDAs and service agreements

Additional Considerations:

• Availability for ongoing or as-needed support.
• Ability to work within US/EU time zones.
• Looking for a self-starter who would be comfortable working with procurement function with minimal supervision