In-house Commercial Contracts Lawyer, Southampton
Client:
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Reference: 8aafd70d8ea0
Job Views: 3
Posted: 02.05.2025
Expiry Date: 16.06.2025
Job Description
We are seeking a Contracting Solicitor to join our in-house legal team, with flexible location options and hybrid working arrangements. The role involves negotiating and advising on various commercial contracts, including MSAs, framework agreements, data-sharing, and software supply contracts. You will also contribute to improving our standard terms, interpret contractual provisions, and collaborate with colleagues to manage legal and risk issues.
Responsibilities include:
* Negotiating contracts with clients and suppliers
* Improving standard terms of business
* Advising on contract issues such as adoption agreements, data-sharing, secondments, and software contracts
* Interpreting contractual provisions and providing legal input in various situations
* Advising on collaboration, referral, and introduction agreements
* Working closely with the Office of the General Counsel and risk management teams
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, a good understanding of professional liability law, and knowledge of professional services contracting and risk management. You should have a pragmatic, solution-oriented approach, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage conflicting demands.
Our Culture
We value diversity and inclusion, fostering an open and accessible environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. We support flexible working arrangements to help balance work and life, and encourage our people to contribute, innovate, and make a meaningful impact beyond their day-to-day roles.
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