Job Description
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* Innovative Financial Services Organisation.
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* Dynamic Team Environment.
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* Challenging and Rewarding Commercial Contracts Role.
Leading financial services organisation is looking to add an In-House Legal Counsel to their Commercial Contract team- this role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow and Hybrid-Working is also available.
Role Profile:
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* The role will involve drafting and negotiating contracts for various business areas within the company.
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* Develop knowledge and understanding of key area’s propositions, core business and associated risks and work with that area to shape solutions that meet requirements. O
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* Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide variety of commercial contracts for the full range of professional services, consulting, online and data services, including tender responses, master services agreements, client contracts, licences, data protection agreements, non-reliance letters, NDAs and supplier agreements.
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* Draft best practice notes on topical issues, develop and maintain processes, policies, guidance and templates and assist in training.
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* Support proposition and client-based projects with legal advice.
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* Support and help drive Legal team initiatives.
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* Positively contribute to the legal team, creating a professional, effective, high quality and approachable resource for the business.
Candidate Requirements:
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* A qualified Solicitor in Scotland or England with material experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
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* Relevant practice based and/or in-house experience, ideally in an FCA regulated environment or financial services, pensions or professional services firm.
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* Proven ability to deliver on projects and initiatives and provide workable solutions.
On Offer:
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* Competitive Salary.
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* A flexible selection of employee benefits, so you can choose a package that best matches your lifestyle and needs.
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* A collaborative and supportive work environment where your thinking and ideas are encouraged.
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* Regular social activities, in addition to three days paid volunteering leave each year and a day’s leave to celebrate your birthday.
To Apply:
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