Counsel, Downstream Europe and South Africa
Hybrid · Sunbury-on-Thames, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Counsel for bp Downstream Europe and South Africa providing solution-focused legal advice to UK businesses across Mobility & Convenience, bp Pulse, Aviation and Biofuels. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements; supporting projects such as joint ventures, M&A and business restructuring; advising on legal and regulatory matters (competition, sanctions, compliance); collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver practical, business-focused solutions; managing competing priorities and delivering high-impact, ethical risk-managed legal support in a non-managerial role. The role emphasizes commercial pragmatism, clear communication, risk awareness, and continuous improvement within a hybrid work model based in the UK (Sunbury).
Required Qualifications
- Qualified lawyer with relevant legal credentials
- Several years post-qualification experience in commercial/corporate law (law firm or in-house)
- Exposure to M&A, regulatory or compliance matters
- Experience of working with remote teams
- Experience of project management of legal aspects of transactions within a multi-disciplinary team
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