Senior Legal Counsel Cover Letter Template

Dear Hiring Manager, I’ve spent the last several years navigating complex commercial matters and leading a team through high stakes negotiations. In practice, I’ve found that clear risk framing and practical guidance save more time than the most polished memo. At [Previous Company], we tackled a cross-border contract portfolio of around 140 agreements, and I helped stabilise the process so the team could close deals in half the time with significantly improved risk awareness. I’m drawn to [Company Name] because I want to apply solid judgment to both day to day advice and strategic projects. My focus is on translating legal risk into actionable business choices, mentoring junior lawyers and paralegals, and partnering with product, sales and operations to align legal with commercial goals. I’m comfortable setting priorities, identifying resource needs, and communicating clearly with stakeholders at all levels. One concrete story I’m proud of is steering a complex regulatory change project that touched three business units and required coordinating external counsel, while keeping the board informed. We built a practical playbook, ran quarterly reviews, and the project timeline stayed on track. The outcome was a smoother rollout and fewer policy exceptions, which signalled to leaders that we could handle larger, strategic initiatives without compromising compliance. I’m available to discuss how my experience fits this role and the team’s goals. If it makes sense, I’d welcome a time to chat about next steps. Kind regards, [Your Name]