Legal Counsel, OnBuy

• To succeed at OnBuy you need to take charge and fully own your responsibilities, rolling your sleeves up when needed to 'get it done'. Working at OnBuy you are surrounded by so much opportunity, but you must possess the ability to stay focused and prioritise ruthlessly. Most importantly, you will thrive in an ever-changing environment as we are constantly evolving
• UK-qualified solicitor or barrister (or equivalent jurisdiction)
• 4+ years post-qualification experience, including at least 1 year in-house
• Strong background in commercial law, contract drafting, and negotiation
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deliver under pressure

Desirable

• As Legal Counsel at OnBuy, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the legal framework of one of Europe’s fastest-growing online marketplaces
• You won’t just manage contracts and compliance, you’ll be at the heart of our international expansion, supporting our entry into new markets and helping to navigate the complexities of cross-border e-commerce
• Working closely with teams across the business and trusted external advisors, you’ll provide pragmatic legal guidance that empowers OnBuy’s ambitious growth, and ensures we’re always ready for major milestones like fundraising or IPO
• You’ll work closely with internal teams and external advisors to deliver pragmatic, commercial legal advice that enables growth while managing risk
• From contract negotiations to global compliance, you’ll own key legal workstreams and help build scalable processes for the future
• Own and manage seller/customer T&Cs, supplier contracts, and partnership agreements
• Lead negotiations with suppliers and partners, balancing legal rigour with commercial pragmatism
• Build scalable systems for contract creation and management
• Provide clear, actionable legal advice across departments
• Monitor legal developments and ensure OnBuy stays ahead of regulatory changes
• Manage external counsel relationships and escalate matters when needed
• Maintain internal policies and ensure cross-border compliance
• Keep OnBuy “due diligence ready” for fundraising and IPO preparation
• Oversee trademark registrations and global brand protection
• Manage company secretarial duties and statutory compliance
• Lead legal workstreams for international expansion, regulatory shifts, and strategic initiatives