Legal Counsel
We are working with one of our biggest customers who are in the FS sector. Hybrid working (2 days a week on site)
Job purpose / role
The Legal Counsel is responsible for all commercial and corporate legal matters of the customer. A strong focus will be on commercial contracts, e.g. supporting the procurement function in drafting and negotiating adequate contracts. The Legal Counsel will accompany the entire procurement process from a legal perspective and advise the purchasing function as well as the specialist departments. In addition, you will be part of the client's global Legal and Compliance function and will work with colleagues at various sites.
Key Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and services on issues concerning the rights, obligations and privileges of the organization in terms of corporate governance and corporate law
Represent the organization to customers, suppliers and government agencies and establish and maintain contact with internal clients & stakeholders
Drive legal workstream activities in support of strategic intra-company IT-related restructuring
Advising, drawing up and negotiating IT procurement contracts (e.g. software purchasing and leasing, SaaS, maintenance and support, IT Services etc)
Key Skills and experience
A Solicitor or Barrister qualified in England & Wales or Ireland (preferable), ideally with experience in FS or IT industry (either in a law firm or in-house).
3+ years PQE professi...