Part-Time Interim Lawyer (1 Day per Week - Fully Remote)
12-Month Contract | Start:
January 2026
We are working with a prestigious cultural institution with a long-established reputation for artistic excellence and national recognition.
The organisation is seeking a part-time interim lawyer to provide ongoing commercial and employment law support to its in-house team.
This is a one-day-per-week engagement, offering full remote flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a highly respected UK brand.
Any occasinal overflow work beyond the one quoted day will be compensated on an hourly rate.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial contracts, including supplier, sponsorship, and services agreements.
- Advising on a variety of employment matters, including contracts, policies, employee relations, and engagement with external employment counsel.
- Providing pragmatic day-to-day legal support to senior management and operational teams.
- Managing external counsel relationships and ensuring cost-effective, timely delivery of advice.
- Supporting governance, compliance, and ad-hoc project requirements as needed.
Candidate Profile
- UK-qualified solicitor with at least 5+ years' PQE (guideline only).
- Strong background in commercial and employment law; experience working in or with arts, media, or not-for-profit organisations would be beneficial.
- Confident operating independently and providing practical, solutions-focused advice to non-lawyers.
- Ability to work flexibly, remotely, and with a high degree of autonomy.
Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial / employment lawyer seeking a flexible, high-profile engagement with a household-name organisation.
The initial term will be 12 months, with potential for renewal.
