General Counsel

Job Description: General Counsel

Location: Belfast City Centre (Hybrid Working Available)
Department: Legal & Compliance

Overview

MCS Group is proud to be working with a global technology-led organisation to recruit a General Counsel for their growing Belfast office. This is a senior, strategic legal position covering a broad range of responsibilities across commercial contracting, compliance, data protection, and IP. The role provides an exciting opportunity to influence legal and operational decision-making in a fast-paced, international business environment.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Contracts: Lead the review, negotiation, and approval of customer, OEM, supplier, and partner contracts.

Legal Advisory: Provide in-house legal advice across areas including employment, litigation, property leases, and corporate governance.

Compliance & GDPR: Oversee GDPR and data privacy compliance across the organisation and support the Information Security Group.

IP Management: Protect and manage intellectual property including trademarks, software licensing, and confidential information.

Risk Management: Proactively identify legal risks and support senior stakeholders with pragmatic, solution-oriented advice.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in Northern Ireland, UK, or equivalent jurisdiction.

• Extensive experience in commercial legal roles, ideally in-house.

• Strong understanding of contracts, data protection (GDPR), and intellectual property.

• Ability to manage multiple legal disciplines and work independently.

• Confident communicator with sound judgment and business acumen.

Desirable Attributes

• Background in technology or software sectors.

• Experience dealing with international legal matters or cross-border transactions.

• Prior experience working as sole legal counsel or in a lean legal team.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

• High-impact, senior role with global exposure.

• Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Samuel Neilly, Legal Recruitment Specialist at MCS Group, on 02896935502.

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