Job Description:

Legal Counsel (In-house)

3–6 month FTC | 3 days per week | £500 per day

We are seeking an In-house Legal Counsel with 8+ years’ post-qualification experience to join the business on a 3-day-per-week FTC for 3-6 months.

About DX

DX is a leading provider of logistics solutions, supporting business and residential customers across the UK and Ireland.

With a heritage dating back to 1975, DX has grown into a multi-service logistics business, offering a comprehensive portfolio that includes Freight, Parcel, Fulfilment, Document & Mail, Final Mile and Integrated solutions. Today, DX supports customers across a wide range of sectors, from everyday business distribution through to more specialist, time-critical and high-value logistics requirements.

Role Purpose

The Legal Counsel will support the business by providing practical, commercially focused legal advice across a range of matters within a logistics and transportation environment. Working closely with the Head of Legal and wider business teams, the role offers an opportunity to develop strong in‑house experience while contributing to the effective management of legal risk and supporting day‑to‑day operations.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contractual

• Assist with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Support the legal team in contract management, including maintaining contract templates and tracking key obligations.
• Provide legal input on tenders, bids, and commercial proposals under supervision.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Support the business on regulatory and compliance matters relevant to logistics and transportation, including:
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Environmental and sustainability considerations
  • Data protection and privacy (UK GDPR)
• Assist with maintaining legal policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Help monitor regulatory developments and escalate relevant changes to the legal team.

Risk & Dispute Support

• Assist with the management of claims and disputes, including gathering information and liaising with external advisers where required.
• Support insurance-related matters, including claims notifications and renewals.
• Help identify legal risks within business activities and flag issues appropriately.

Corporate & General Legal Support

• Provide general legal support to internal stakeholders, including operations, sales, procurement, and HR.
• Assist with corporate governance matters, including record‑keeping and company secretarial support where required.
• Support legal aspects of internal projects and initiatives.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build effective working relationships with internal teams.
• Communicate legal advice clearly and practically, with guidance from senior lawyers.
• Contribute to basic legal training and awareness sessions for the business.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ post‑qualification experience.
• Strong interest in commercial and in‑house legal work.
• Good drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to prioritise work and manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach.

Desirable

• Some exposure to logistics, transportation, supply chain, or regulated industries.
• In‑house experience (including secondments) or strong interest in an in‑house career.
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance matters.

Benefits:

Competitive Rates of Pay

Holidays: 25 days + Bank Holidays (Pro-rata)

Long Service Recognition scheme

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance programme including 24/7 Virtual GP

DX Discounts Portal

Excellent opportunities for career progression and more!!