Overview
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ITRS delivers automated and holistic IT observability solutions to safeguard critical applications and enable innovation. We are trusted by 90% of Tier 1 capital markets firms.
Headquartered in London with teams across the US, Europe, and Asia, ITRS combines the agility of a high-impact tech business with the stability of a private equity-backed global partner.
Scope of Role
The Global Head of Legal manages the Legal department. Reporting to the CFO, you will:
* Support sales and business development with drafting and negotiation of contracts
* Support the procurement of business-critical goods and services
* Support the business on all legal matters (employment, IP, real estate and litigation)
* Oversee the ITRS company secretarial function
* Coordinate with providers of company secretarial services to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer in London, you will have a hybrid work schedule, working 3 days per week in the office.
As Global Head of Legal, you will:
* Be a trusted adviser by handling all legal aspects of the business in a commercially sound manner and guiding the achievement of ITRS' OKRs
* Lead the legal function with a clear vision and OKRs; provide support, oversight and empowerment of the team; work with external advisers to ensure the best possible advice; manage the legal budget
* Provide leadership that aligns with company values; inspire and engage others; drive innovation and risk-taking to develop the department
* Support sales and procurement by managing template legal agreements (software licensing, partnerships and managed services) and by negotiating contracts and schedules with customers, partners, and suppliers
* Be the point of escalation for all legal matters across ITRS; assist with compliance and risk mitigation; work with external counsel across jurisdictions
* Work with the finance department on insurance, company secretarial, business licences queries, compliance and risk mitigation
* Oversee the company secretarial function and ensure group companies remain compliant with local laws and regulations
Requirements
* Qualified solicitor with 8+ years PQE in general commercial law
* In-house experience for a software company or financial services business
* Strong analytical skills; ability to create workable solutions from written, verbal and technical information
* Proven track record drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements (including software licensing, maintenance and distribution) and bespoke contracts
* Commercial awareness and ability to operate autonomously and make decisions
* Clear and concise written and verbal communication
* Flexibility to react quickly, reschedule and prioritise workload
* Experience managing a team of legal professionals
Benefits
* Health Insurance and Dental Cover for you and dependants
* Pension
* Flexible Hybrid Working
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Travel Insurance
* Life Assurance
* Income Protection
ITRS is an Equal Opportunity employer and Inclusion is part of our everyday life. We celebrate diversity and provide an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves and have a voice. We remain committed to inclusion, diversity, and equality as we grow.
We welcome applications from everyone in the community and recognise that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce.
Additional
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Legal
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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