Job Description
Corporate Legal Director - Special Projects (FTC to Dec 2026)
Location: Slough (Hybrid: 3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Rate: Up to £672 per day PAYE (via agency payroll only)
FTSE 20 Global Consumer Goods Company
Duration: up to 17months
We are seeking an ambitious Corporate Legal Director to join the Group Legal team of an FTSE 20 business on a temporary contract until 31 December 2026.
Reporting to the SVP Legal: Corporate, M&A and Governance, you will lead on a high-profile, cross-functional restructuring project spanning 15-20 international markets. This project will consolidate legal entity structures globally, requiring deep corporate expertise, stakeholder management, and cross-border advisory capability.
Key responsibilities
- Lead complex restructuring across multiple jurisdictions
- Advise on entity structuring, contracts, transaction documents, and negotiations
- Work closely with tax, governance, and head office teams
- Manage external counsel and internal legal team members
- Engage with senior business leaders to deliver pragmatic, strategic solutions
Requirements
- Qualified lawyer (England & Wales, or equivalent) with 6+ PQE in corporate/transactional law
- Background in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house at a large multinational
- Track record advising listed businesses on corporate matters
- International restructuring experience is desirable
- Confident, collaborative, and able to operate at a senior stakeholder level
This is a rare opportunity to play a pivotal role in a global transformation programme at one of the world's most respected consumer goods businesses.
Apply now to discuss this unique role in more detail.
