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NPL’s Intellectual Property underpins much of NPL’s work and supports the real-world impact created through adoption of NPL technologies. We have a proud record of commercialisation - our IP has supported the growth of UK companies as well as the commercialisation of innovative NPL solutions through routes such as spin-outs, licensing and NPL’s products and services.

Recent examples include the development and launch of DAART, a digital metrology platform for radiotherapy audits, a new miniature atomic clock, developed by NPL and now being commercialised with a commercial party, and Thermology Health, a spinout organisation from NPL, who have developed the world’s most accurate thermal imaging platform that enables early diagnostics based on ultra-accurate temperature readings and AI analytics.  

This is an exciting opportunity for an IP specialist to expand their experience and knowledge, working as part a team of IP and technology transfer specialists in the Partnerships Department with a strong focus on collaborating with our science and legal teams, external patent attorneys and external partners on the identification, protection and exploitation of IP.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing invention disclosures and advising on best protection strategies
• Conducting due diligence and unencumbering IP so it can be commercialised
• Working alongside Product Managers to ensure the IP strategy aligns with and strengthens the overall business plan for each innovation
• Structuring and negotiating IP deals and IP terms in third party agreements
• Advising on IP risks and mitigations
• Managing a broad and technically diverse IP portfolio (activities include leading on patent and trademark prosecution and managing associated budgets, and post-licensing management)
• Raising IP awareness in the organisation by delivering training and being the first point of contact for any IP queries

Role: Legal Counsel - York

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000

Location: York - We are flexible, you can work from York, home 2 days a week and from our Leeds office 1 day a week. This can be discussed during the process.

***Applications will be considered if you live with 1 hour of York***.

Portakabin are looking for a Legal Counsel to join our legal team at our Head Office in York on a permanent basis. You'll be part of a successful and growing business with ambitious plans. This role may appeal to a newly qualified Legal professional, or someone in practice looking for a challenging role, with a business that promotes and offers work life balance.

You will report to, and be supported by the Head of Legal - you'll undertake an interesting variety of work with high levels of responsibility and exposure to the business.

As Legal Counsel, you will;

• Undertake contractual work including accurately drafting, reviewing, advising upon and negotiating contractual engagements with customers (public and private sector) and suppliers. Manage a variety of contracts, including standard form construction contracts (JCT, NEC etc), bespoke customer contracts and frameworks, collaboration agreements, standard supplier terms and amendments to Portakabin terms and conditions (hire and sale).
• You will be required to support the business and negotiate directly with customers and suppliers.
• Work closely with the Business Units and Business Functions such that you will be a trusted adviser to colleagues within Portakabin. Provide support to the IP Manager in ensuring the company's intellectual property assets are adequately protected.
• Maintain expertise and increase knowledge to cover a number of disciplines, including corporate matters (M&A), commercial and construction contracts, intellectual property, compliance and dispute resolution.
• Support the delivery of the team strategy and be proactive in suggesting better ways of working as a team and with colleagues.
• Assist the business to resolve disputes with customers and suppliers.
• Support our European colleagues and deliver consistent advice and support across the whole of the Portakabin group of companies.
• Support the delivery and implementation of an Ethical Compliance Framework to include areas such as modern slavery, bribery and corruption, fraud, tax evasion, anti-money laundering and competition.
• Develop and deliver e-learning, resources and in-person training on commercial and legal principles, compliance, and areas of risk to the business.

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Benefits & Opportunities

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, option to buy 5 days
• Working flexibly principles
• Contributory pension
• Annual bonus
• Single Private Medical Insurance
• A chance to give back to your community with an annual Volunteering Days
• Cycle to work scheme
• UK Eyecare vouchers
• Employee Benefits Program (Discounts at 100s of shops, gyms, restaurants and even holidays!)

Our Ideal Candidate!

• We are looking for someone who has:
• Qualified as a solicitor (NQ) although experienced paralegals meeting the other criteria will be considered)
• Strong academics
• Corporate and commercial experience in private practice or in-house
• Experience in reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts to manage legal and commercial risk
• Experience in preparing reports and drafting correspondence
• Experience in compliance matters (preferred)
• Experience in construction contracts and construction law (preferred)
• Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach
• A professional, motivated and conscientious attitude
• Ability to multitask and prioritise own workload
• Drafting and negotiating skills and excellent attention to detail

Why Portakabin?

At Portakabin, we design and deliver high-quality modular buildings for organisations of all sizes. Our solutions support a wide range of sectors, including manufacturing, education, healthcare, transport, utilities, and construction.

We're committed to sustainability, from reducing the environmental impact of our own operations, to designing energy-efficient buildings for our customers, and supporting the communities we serve through employee volunteering and charitable giving.

Today, more than 2,000 people work for Portakabin across ten European countries.

Portakabin is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective colleagues. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives and hire great people to build talented and diverse teams.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made.

** We're Hiring: Legal Assistant**

Location: Remote

Hours: Monday - Friday 09:00-17:30

The role of the Legal Assistant involves providing comprehensive support to the Legal team. This includes distributing correspondence, allocating new matters to solicitors, tracking and managing the Legal budget, and controlling and updating Legal documents. The role also involves supporting borrower claims, managing small Legal projects, streamlining processes, and maintaining Legal management information.

Overall, Purpose of Job

• Distributing any post or email correspondence to the team, including indexing onto the customer's account in the relevant system;
• Allocating new matters to a solicitor either via High Q or email as appropriate;
• Tracking the Legal budget and managing all elements of Legal Finance within the department, including payment of invoices and charging of fees via Treasury;
• Controlling and updating all Legal documents in KMC's document management system (KAS) as requested by the Legal team or by the business;
• Supporting the management of borrower claims;.
• Managing small Legal Projects along with all associated governance;
• Offering solutions to streamline processes within the Legal department
• Collating and maintaining Legal management information requested across the business or from external stakeholders.

• Support the Legal Team with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Track the Legal budget, raise purchase orders (PO's), receipt invoices against purchase orders and process payment. Communicate with KMC's Accounts Payable and keep records of all financial administration on the HighQ platform, including PO's, invoices, approvals & budgets.
• Liaise with third party accounts receivable contacts to ensure all invoices reference the correct special purpose vehicle or purchase order, ensuring payments can be approved and processed on time and within terms.
• Produce financial & business management information to assist with forecasting & budgeting.
• Assist the team in keeping accurate, up to date records of all current litigation cases and provide management information and reporting.
• Track Issued claims through to settlement and obtain approvals and process the settlement payment with our Treasury department.
• Assist with the updating, review and management of the approvals of all Legal documents that are held within the Marketing document management system, the Kensington Asset Store (KAS) to ensure Legal documentation is up to date, compliant and in line with any regulatory requirements.

• Knowledge of financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, third party payment processes would be an advantage.
• Demonstrable experience in a similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multitask
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management & task prioritisation
• Proactive and able to use own initiative
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential

At Kensington Mortgages, we believe our employees are the heart of our success. We are committed to creating a supportive and flexible work environment that values personal growth, professional development and a healthy work-life balance

Our inclusive culture respects and celebrates diversity in all its forms, ensuring that everyone feels welcome, valued and understood. We recognise and appreciate differences in thinking, learning styles, gender, race, identity, ethnic origins and sexual expression.

We are an inclusive, neurodiversity-friendly employer committed to creating a supportive environment where all employees can thrive

If you're passionate about providing an exceptional service and want to join a team that values your contributions we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of the Kensington Mortgages family and help us to continue making a positive impact in the lives of our customers.

• Deliver on M&A transactions by working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders and advisers, undertaking contract structuring, process management and transaction document drafting and negotiation.
• Delivering consistent, strategic, risk-weighted, business-focused legal advice.
• Developing initiatives for maintaining high service levels and quality of advice.
• Engaging with senior leadership and acting as a point of facilitation between functional teams to deliver business and legal solutions.
• Supervising outside counsel and managing their costs and output.
• Dealing with complex, significant matters that cut across legal and related areas.

• Qualified lawyer - English law (or similar jurisdiction) with strong experience of corporate/transactional work gained in private practice at a prominent firm or in-house at a leading international business.
• 3-4+ years PQE specializing in corporate law and M&A.
• Experience of supporting listed businesses on corporate law matters.
• Business fluency in English, both verbal and written.

• Experience in leading corporate M&A and restructuring projects.
• Attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and manage a diverse workload often under challenging deadlines.
• Experience working closely with senior stakeholders, with different functions and senior stakeholders, taking personal ownership over tasks and driving projects to completion.
• Experience of advising internationally.
• Knowledge of the consumer goods sector.

• Ability to apply multi-jurisdictional laws to arrangements and business practices which span a number of territories.
• Robust and confident manner and an ability to work autonomously.
• Ability to build strong relationships and credibility with, and gain the trust of, business and legal colleagues quickly.

• Regulatory new products development and compliance for Northern Europe products and authorisations, including preparation and submission of changes and renewals to the Regulatory Agencies.
• Creation and assessment of internal quality and non-quality changes in line with the change control management system.
• Artwork review and approvals with supervision of the line manager.
• Work collaboratively with the relevant country teams to establish and implement the regulatory strategies within agreed timescales to bring competitive advantage to Reckitt brands.
• Provide regulatory support and advice to other functions to ensure products are maintained in compliance with the local requirements.
• Ensure the compliance of Reckitt products.
• Support development and roll-out of new and existing products.
• Interpret and apply basic regulatory requirements and guidance.
• Understand where RAS fits across the product lifecycle, how the team operates, and how it adds value.
• Keep actively involved in projects, interacting with functions external to RAS.
• Compile compliant documents and submissions.

• Appropriate industry experience relevant to function, or degree-level qualification in a relevant field.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory and safety environment (desired).
• Able to use technical expertise, scientific capabilities, and data analysis to problem-solve.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to build good relationships and challenge constructively and confidently.
• Competent with PC tools and information systems.

• Drafting, negotiating, and supporting various procurement agreements (including supply, confidentiality, services, CAPEX, warehousing, energy, and freight/logistics, SaaS, Professional Services, and IT&D agreements ) governed by English Law.
• Providing strategic advice and support for large-scale procurement and commercial activities.
• Offering legal counsel on complex international commercial transactions, including contract and competition law.
• Collaborating closely with the Global Procurement teams, various business units, the Global Legal Procurement team, and other members of the Reckitt Group Legal team (including Group Compliance, Data Protection, Global Innovation Legal, Patents, Insurance and Brand Protection teams).

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• UK Law degree and admission as a lawyer/solicitor in the UK (or a similar common law jurisdiction).
• 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in an international environment, either in private practice at a law firm or as an in-house lawyer in a multinational corporation.
• Proven experience in drafting procurement and other commercial agreements; experience in direct procurement is a plus.
• Advanced computer skills, including experience with contract management software and a solid understanding of information systems.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written; additional languages are a plus.

• Ability to build strong working relationships with demanding business partners and stakeholders.
• Organised, detail-oriented, and analytical, combined with the agility to see the bigger picture and take a risk-based approach.
• A collaborative team player.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently, yet confident to be challenged and tested, per our matrix structure.
• Robust, confident, and able to work autonomously with a strong business orientation.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues with integrity, commercial acumen, and pragmatism.
• Ambition to learn, grow and develop to become the next generation of leadership.

Contract type: Permanent  

Hours: Full-time , 35 hours    

Location:   Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week)  

Application process:  Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying , please contact   

Join a Collaborative Legal Team Driving Positive Change 

We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual to join our Legal team in a dynamic and wide - ranging role. You will be involved in supporting a broad spectrum of legal matters, including commercial contracts and providing general legal advice to many business areas covering various regulatory frameworks including data protection , consumer law,  mortgage s , banking and payment services.  

You will also play a key role in helping the organisation adapt to regulatory changes and contribute to managing legal risks across our operations. Support and supervision will be available where needed, making this a great opportunity to grow and develop your legal expertise .  

In addition to legal work, you will assist with the day-to-day running of the Legal function, including managing legal panel and fees and helping oversee the wider budget.  

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences who are eager to make a meaningful contribution and grow within a supportive and inclusive environment.  

 Here’s a taste of what you will be doing as a Senior Commercial Paralegal at Nottingham Building Society : -

• Commercial Contract Support : Draft, review and negotiate a variety of agreements, including supplier contracts, service level agreements, non-disclosure agreements and software licences, with supervision provided where needed.  

• Strategic Project Involvement : Support on strategic projects which include material outsourcing, operational resilience, forward flow agreeme nts, securitisations and strategic partnerships.  

• Regulatory Awareness :  Support the monitoring and interpretation of legal and regulatory changes to help the organisation remain informed and compliant.  

• Legal Risk Management : Help identify and mitigate legal risks, including supporting risk events and contributing to risk reporting and helping to keep processes up to date.  

 
This role would suit a proactive candidate who has prior experience in a commercial role as a paralegal or legal executive, ideally within financial services and who wants to work for a Top 10 building society fighting for the extraordinary bor rower to own their own home.   

 Reward & B enefits -   

• A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave.  

• Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations.  

• For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work.  

• A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers.  

• A strong sustainability agenda – we’re continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint.  

• We’re passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you.  

• Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders.

Embracing Diversity Together -   

We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers.  

Our commitment means actively working to eliminate barriers and biases that may hinder equal opportunities within our organisation. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers.  

We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community.  

About Us

We are a mutual, which means we don’t have shareholders. Instead, we’re owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and – well, you. So, we’re always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members.Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.

Blue Light Card. Individually great, together unstoppable

The Role and the Team

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Regulatory Senior Legal Counsel to join our team and combine expertise in regulatory compliance and legal advisory. You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the business's adherence to financial regulations while providing strategic legal guidance across operations, and deploying expert contract drafting and negotiation skills for financial regulatory contracts.

What You’ll Do

Legal Advisory:

• Provide expert legal advice on financial regulatory matters, commercial agreements, governance and compliance controls
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, policies, and other legal documentation
• Anticipate and mitigate legal risks associated with complex financial arrangements and operations

Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, including FCA requirements and other industry standards
• Monitor regulatory developments and advise on necessary adjustments to policies, practices, and documentation
• Lead efforts to develop and implement compliance frameworks and risk management strategies

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with FS&I, Partnerships, Compliance & Risk Management, Finance and other internal teams to align legal and regulatory strategies with business goals, enable business strategic initiatives and drive sustainable growth
• Represent the company in dealings with external regulators and maintain strong relationships with relevant authorities

Leadership:

• Advise management and stakeholders on legal and regulatory issues impacting business strategy and operations
• Support the development and mentoring of junior legal and compliance staff

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with significant post-qualification experience

• Strong knowledge of UK financial regulations and industry practices, including FCA requirements
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance and legal advisory roles within the tech or financial sectors
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

We’d also love if you bring any of the below

• Experience working in-house within the tech sector or advising tech companies in private practice
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and their intersection with financial regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving

Our Culture

Our mission is simple – make heroes happy. Our members are the real-life heroes who keep us all safe, cared for, and thriving. It’s what gets us up in the morning and pushes us to go further, think bigger, and create something that truly matters. By focusing on their happiness, we create amazing experiences, deliver unrivalled discounts, innovative products, and world-class service.

We don’t just follow the usual path - we look for smarter, bolder ways to deliver real impact. We take ownership, move fast, and work shoulder to shoulder to build something special.

We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team where everyone feels they belong. Different perspectives and experiences help us grow, innovate, and better reflect the communities we serve.

We promote hybrid working, and value in-person collaboration so encourage time in our offices, where you can make the most of our fully stocked snack drawers – either the HQ in Leicestershire, or London, Holborn office. The frequency and office location will vary depending on the role and team, we aim to be flexible, but we aren’t able to offer fully remote working.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Free parking and EV charging onsite at HQ
• 25 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday, and a buy and sell holiday scheme of up to 5 days
• A company bonus scheme
• Your own Blue Light Card and exclusive access to thousands of discounts
• Generous funded BUPA medical insurance covering pre-existing conditions
• Group auto-enrolment pension plan
• Enhanced parental leave and absence leave
• Healthcare cashback plan
• Employee assistance programme (including mental health support) and mental health first aiders
• Great social events e.g., festive party, summer party, team socials, sports matches
• Regular company-wide recognition events e.g. Monthly Light’s Up and The Shine awards
• Relaxed dress code and modern office space (games area, chill-out areas, book club, free drinks/snacks)
• Onsite gym at HQ (including access to free HIIT & stretch classes)
• Strong learning and development culture

#LI-Hybrid

We have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor to join our team within Vistry Services, at our various offices across London. As our Solicitor, you will support Head of Legal with provision of Development property legal services on all aspects of regeneration residential development and build to rent projects which extend to the acquisition of land/ property, the sale of land parcels to third party developers, Registered Providers and private rental entities, build leases, the sale of build complete dwellings to end users, and commercial property.

Working closely with the regions within the London Division and other Divisions where required, the role includes engaging with both the internal legal team, Vistry’s panel of external legal advisors and reporting to management on pertinent matters.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Solicitor qualified in England and Wales with 3years PQE+
• Trusted advisor and critical friend.
• Excellent negotiation and networking skills.
• A pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent drafting skills.
• Able to work under pressure and prioritise and manage workload.
• A methodical approach to working practices.
• Able to influence others.
• Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach.
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when business needs require.
• Ability to manage a number of stakeholders.
• Fast-pace in-house legal environment, working to tight deadlines.
• A team player.
• A decision maker.
• Adaptable to change.
• Work collaboratively across business functions.
• Solutions driven.
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail.
• Commercial mindset/approach.

• Site acquisition and transactional assistance:
  • Land acquisition
  • Land disposal
  • Sub-sales and disposal of affordable housing
  • PRS/BTR frameworks
  • Overage arrangements
  • Title issues
  • Title investigations and reporting on titles, to include raising enquiries
  • Golden brick structure
  • Handling issues related to easements, covenants and indemnity insurance
• Competence in handling regeneration development property work.
• Commercial property including landlord and tenant matters.
• Assist with disposals to registered providers and investors.
• Assist with drafting and negotiation of development agreements/construction contracts.
• Provide generic legal advice/signposting to key stakeholders.
• Bespoke in-house legal training to stakeholders.
• Assist with precedent reviews/ updates.
• Review of confidentiality agreements.
• Assisting with any ad hoc project queries / issues and/or disputes.

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. 

Join us in making Vistry.  

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