Legal Counsel – 2+ PQE
Camberley, Surrey
Rentokil Initial is a global leader in the provision of route-based services which protect people and enhance lives.  Our services include pest control, property care, hygiene, workwear and plants. These are delivered through five strong regional businesses in North America, Europe, UK & Rest of World, Asia and Pacific. Operating in 63 countries, we now employ in excess of 28,000 people worldwide.
Throughout the world demand for higher standards of public health, stricter food safety legislation and compliance with workplace safety regulations are driving demand for our service expertise. The business is growing both organically and by acquisition with 30 acquisitions in 2014 alone.
Our global brands are Rentokil, Initial and Ambius.  Rentokil Initial plc is a UK listed company and constituent of the FTSE250.
An exciting opportunity has now arisen at Group Head Office in Camberley for a junior lawyer to join the UK legal team. This is an interesting and varied role where you will support the business on a wide range of matters as part of an experienced and well-regarded legal team. Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel you will be a key member of a seven person legal and company secretarial team at the corporate centre. The legal function also includes lawyers based in the US, France and Italy.
Your responsibilities will involve reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts, advising HR on employment issues and providing support when needed in relation to litigation and property matters. You will also assist on M&A transactions initially in the UK and as you gain more experience, overseas.
To succeed in this role, you must have trained with a reputable law firm or in-house team and possess strong interpersonal skills and a pragmatic approach. The ability to build a close rapport with colleagues and to work both as part of a team and independently will also be key to your success. Whilst not a requirement, a second European language, particularly Spanish or German, would be very attractive.
This is a fantastic in-house opportunity to join a truly international business and assume responsibility for a distinctly diverse workload as part of a valued and supportive legal team. In return, we are offering the successful candidate a competitive salary and attractive benefits package as well as the opportunity to develop a long term career with us.
For further information or to apply, please contact our exclusively retained consultants Nick Creed or Sam Baker at Baker Creed on 020 7871 1560 or click the Apply Now button.  All direct or third party applications will be forwarded to Baker Creed for consideration.