Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)
Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement
Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
Accelerated Career Path
Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach
Why Ryan?
* Competitive Compensation and Benefits
* Home Office Stipend
* LinkedIn Learning Subscription
* Flexible Work Environment
* Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service
* Accelerated Career Path
* Award-Winning Culture & Community Outreach
This job opportunity offers a pioneering role in a fast-growing company. The successful applicant will become the first lead lawyer responsible for managing the legal matters of a new subdivision (Commercial Real Estate) of the company in EAP. This position requires strong commercial contracting skills and experience. Embedded in the company’s newest UK business unit, this lawyer reports directly to the lead lawyer for the Europe/Asia-Pacific division, who reports to the chief legal officer and the UK president.
While contracting is the main activity, the scope also includes regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, and corporate governance.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Review, negotiate, and draft commercial contracts, including client engagement agreements, MSAs, confidentiality, nondisclosure, and vendor agreements.
* Advise internal clients and liaise with third parties on commercial matters.
* Support compliance in EAP, including GDPR.
* Meet response-time metrics for the Legal Department.
* Prepare template contracts and forms.
* Assist with drafting and reviewing policies and compliance areas.
* Support corporate governance and legal recordkeeping.
* Maintain rapport with local leadership on behalf of the global Legal Department.
* Perform other relevant tasks as needed.
Education and Experience
* Qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister in the UK or equivalent. Undergraduate degree required. Experience in contract negotiation and in-house legal environment preferred, with at least eight years of experience.
Computer Skills
* Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LMS, WebEx, Outlook, and internet research.
Certificates and Licenses
* Qualified lawyer – Solicitor or Barrister in the UK or equivalent.
Supervisory Responsibilities
* This role does not include managing employees.
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About Us
Ryan offers opportunities in a dynamic, expanding tax services firm serving Global 5000 companies. Our innovative environment, growth path, benefits, and earning potential provide a rewarding career in the industry.
Employees have ownership of their work and flexibility to balance professional and personal lives.
Applicants in the US must have valid work authorization without future sponsorship needs.
Our work adheres to privacy laws and internal governance to protect confidential information and trade secrets.
Ryan, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination and reasonable accommodations for disabilities. Contact us at 972.934.0022 or peoplegroup@ryan.com for application assistance or accommodations.
Please view our EEO poster and related information. For Canadian candidates, accommodations are available upon request under AODA and the Canadian Human Rights Act. See our Privacy Notice and Data Subject Access Request form for more info.
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