Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel / Commercial Contracts / SaaS / Technology Law / Inhouse Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire (1 day per week onsite, Mondays preferred) Permanent At Dexory, we are transforming the warehousing and logistics industry through data intelligence. As Legal Counsel at Dexory, you will join a small but commercially focused Legal team (General Counsel + Legal & Compliance Assistant) and take ownership of a broad range of legal and compliance work, with a focus on commercial contracting. You will be an integral part of the scaling journey, engage directly with customers and suppliers and represent the company in negotiations. This is a hands-on, generalist in-house role where no two days are the same. You will need to roll your sleeves up, exercise strong commercial judgement, and thrive on variety and pace. Key Responsibilities • Commercial Contracting: Draft, review and negotiate customer and supplier contracts, acting as the company’s lead negotiator in commercial discussions. • Supplier & Procurement Support: Work with Procurement, IT and the wider business to review supplier agreements, advise on terms, conduct risk assessments and secure all necessary approvals. • Compliance: Assist the General Counsel in ensuring that Dexory’s operations and activities comply with all relevant laws and regulations across our operating markets. • Programme Development: Develop, implement and support compliance programmes and training initiatives across the business. • Litigation Support: Support the General Counsel in managing any disputes, litigation or other legal proceedings involving the company. Required Qualifications • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales (via LPC or SQE route) with a minimum of 3–5 years PQE. • Mandatory experience in commercial contract management and negotiation. • Experience as an in-house legal practitioner, ideally within a technology or SaaS business. • Strong communication skills with the ability to give clear, practical advice and influence non-legal stakeholders. • Able to manage multiple priorities effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. Nice to Have • Experience with data protection law (UK GDPR / GDPR) and intellectual property management. • Knowledge of UK employment law, including right-to-work checks and visa sponsorship processes. • Exposure to international employment law across multiple jurisdictions. Benefits Starting from the interview process and continuing into your career with us, you will be working by our four Operating Principles: • Performance: High standards, outstanding results • Impact: Big challenges, bigger results • Commitment: All in, every time • One team: One mission, shared success You will also receive: • Private healthcare via Bupa with 24/7 medical helpline • Life insurance • Income protection • Pension: 4+% employee with option to opt into salary exchange, 5% employer • Employee Assistance Programme — mental wellbeing, financial and legal advice/support • 25 holidays per year • Personal development budget • Employee wellness benefits • Flexible, hybrid working • Fun team events on and offsite, snacks of all kinds in the office AAP/EEO Statement Dexory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.