Future plc is a leading global platform for specialist media. Our publications include PC Gamer, GamesRadar+, Tech Radar, Marie Claire, Who What Wear, The Week, Cyclingnews, FourFourTwo, Horse & Hound, Wallpaper*, Homes & Gardens, Ideal Home, CinemaBlend, Guitar World, and many more. Our businesses include Future Studios (video content), Marketforce (print distribution), and Future Creative (branded content). Our brands also include Go.Compare, an FCA regulated price comparison site.

What you’ll be doing

Reporting to the Head of Legal, you will be a part of a UK based legal and governance team supporting Future’s businesses across the globe. This will have a wide remit, including a mix of transactional and advisory work across our digital, print, video, advertising, social, and events channels. You will also support our General Counsel and Company Secretary with company secretarial and corporate governance matters.

Experience that will put you ahead of the curve

• You are qualified in England and Wales. We would also be happy to consider candidates based in Cardiff or Bath who have passed the New York bar.
• You have experience of general commercial work. It would be a benefit if this experience was gained advising IP-rich businesses.
• You have experience providing corporate and company secretarial support to a UK listed company.
• You have a familiarity with environmental, social and governance reporting requirements.
• You have either experience advising media companies or FCA regulated businesses.
• You have experience managing disputes.
• You have worked on corporate transactions.
• You have experience working in a global organisation and are interested in the laws of jurisdictions outside of your own.
• You have experience implementing legal process changes

What’s in it for you

The expected range for this role is £40,000 - £60,000

This is a Hybrid role from our Bath, Cardiff or London Office, working three days from the office, two from home

… Plus more great perks, which include;

• Uncapped leave, because we trust you to manage your workload and time
• When we hit our targets, enjoy a share of our profits with a bonus
• Refer a friend and get rewarded when they join Future
• Wellbeing support with access to our Colleague Assistant Programmes
• Opportunity to purchase shares in Future, with our Share Incentive Plan

Internal job family level P5

Who are we…

We’re Future, the global leader in specialist media. With over 3,000 employees working across 200+ media brands, Future is a prime destination for passionate people worldwide looking to consume trusted, expert content that educates and inspires action - both online and off - through our specialist websites, magazines, events, newsletters, podcasts and social spaces.

We’ve got ambitious plans that further build on our growth momentum and unlock new opportunities – and we’re looking for driven people who want to be a part of it!

Our Future, Our Responsibility - Inclusion and Diversity at Future

We embrace and celebrate diversity, making it part of who we are.

Different perspectives spark ideas, fuel creativity, and push us to innovate. That’s why we’re building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

When it comes to hiring, we keep it fair and inclusive, welcoming talent from every walk of life. It’s not just about what you bring to the table — it’s about making sure the table has room for everyone.

Because a diverse team isn’t just good for business. It’s the Future.

Find out more about Our Future, Our Responsibility on our website.

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