In-House Legal Advisor

Accelerate Your Career as an in House Legal Advisor

Job Title: In-House Legal Advisor

Location: Saxton 4x4, Chelmsford, CM1 3BH

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday (1-hour lunch)

Why Choose Saxton 4x4?

Saxton 4x4 is the UK’s largest independent luxury 4x4 dealership and proudly recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024. Renowned for delivering world-class service and offering a premium range of vehicles, we are an innovative, family-led business built on a foundation of trust, ambition, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Joining Saxton means becoming part of a fast-paced, industry-leading team that values collaboration, rewards hard work, and fosters professional development. With ongoing growth and exciting challenges ahead, there’s never been a better time to drive your career forward with us.

Your New Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic In-House Legal Advisor to join our dynamic team. This key role reports directly to the board of directors, where you’ll be instrumental in shaping our legal and compliance strategies. From advising on contracts to resolving consumer disputes and supporting commercial decision-making, you’ll play a pivotal role in protecting and advancing the business.

As part of our close-knit, high-performing team, you’ll work across a variety of legal disciplines while influencing the future of a market-leading organisation. This is a rare opportunity to combine your expertise with Saxton’s mission to deliver excellence in every facet of the business.

Key Responsibilities

· Legal Support: Advise on a wide range of legal matters, including supplier and customer agreements, litigation, consumer issues (e.g., FOS disputes), and property matters.
· Contractual Expertise: Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts that align with business goals while mitigating legal risks.
· Litigation Management: Oversee civil litigation claims from start to resolution, preparing and managing all necessary documentation.
· Regulatory and Compliance Leadership: Collaborate with the Compliance and HR teams to maintain and improve governance processes, policies, and precedents.
· Strategic Partnering: Liaise with lenders and external parties to negotiate terms, agreements, and resolve consumer-related issues.
· Internal Training: Prepare and deliver training sessions to equip teams with practical legal knowledge.
· External Relationships: Build and manage relationships with external legal service providers to ensure cost-effective outcomes.
· Reporting: Assist with regulatory submissions and reporting, including FCA returns, in partnership with internal departments.

Qualifications and Skills:

· Qualified solicitor with 2+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate, commercial, or consumer law.
· Proven track record of drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
· Litigation and consumer experience is highly desirable.
· Exceptional analytical skills, capable of distilling complex legal concepts into clear, actionable advice.
· Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the confidence to interact at all organisational levels.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other legal technology tools.

What We Offer You

At Saxton 4x4, we pride ourselves on being a business that cares as much about its people as its customers. Here’s why we stand out:

· Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly named one of the Best Places to Work 2024, we  prioritise your well-being and professional growth.
· Exciting Challenges: Be part of a fast-growing organisation that thrives on innovation  and excellence.
· Dynamic Team Culture: Collaborate with a team of talented professionals in an inclusive, supportive environment.
· Career Development: Opportunities for personal and professional growth in an industry-leading business.

Ready to Drive Your Legal Career Forward?

if you’re a proactive and solutions-focused legal professional ready to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join Saxton 4x4 and be part of a team that sets the standard for excellence.