Job Introduction
At Sodexo, our Legal Counsel is more than just a legal expert—you’re a trusted advisor and a vital part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and excellence. In this role, you’ll apply your legal expertise to support and shape the success of our UK operations.

You’ll work on a wide range of complex and dynamic legal matters, including:

• Advising on, drafting and negotiating high-value outsourcing contracts
• Navigating public procurement processes
• Ensuring compliance with evolving regulations

Your guidance will be instrumental in protecting our business, managing risk, and enabling strategic growth. This is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact while advancing your legal career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing effective legal and commercial advice and support to our Government services business
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts (client, supplier facing, partnerships)
• Advising on PFI, large complex projects and outsourcing contracts, variations and disputes
• Assisting the business on the assessment and management of legal and commercial risk
• Delivering training on legal, commercial and regulatory issues
• Helping to ensure that business is conducted in accordance with relevant law and Sodexo’s internal governance processes
• Instructing external lawyers and managing legal fees
• Managing disputes and litigation
• Advising on regulatory compliance

The Ideal Candidate

• Educated to degree level or equivalent with strong academics
• Qualification gained in leading law firm and in-house legal experience in relevant industry desirable
• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent jurisdiction (mid-level 4+ years qualification)
• Demonstrated experience of commercial law and contracts (from supply chain contracts to large high value client facing outsourcing contracts)
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Public Procurement knowledge and experience
• PFI or similar complex structured projects and multipartite transactions
• Ability to manage complex transactions and competing priorities in a fast pace environment
• Commercially pragmatic and solutions-focused approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

YOU’LL BELONG IN A COMPANY AND TEAM THAT VALUES YOU FOR YOU; YOU’LL ACT WITH PURPOSE AND HAVE AN IMPACT THROUGH YOUR EVERYDAY ACTIONS; AND YOU’LL BE ABLE TO THRIVE IN YOUR OWN WAY.

In addition, we offer 20+ Sodexo benefits such as Sodexo retirement plan, discounts to over 1,900 brands to shop online, Gym discount to maintain a healthy lifestyle, a confidential 24/7 employee assistance programme providing independent support to overcome whenever life has its obstacles including emotional support, legal and financial advice.
For further details regarding our Sodexo benefits please see attached.