InHouse Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel - Belfast - Hybrid
Are you a commercial lawyer/in-house counsel interested in working in a fast paced, global in-house legal team for a high growth global technology company at an exciting time in their growth journey?
This role would suit a commercial solicitor working in private practice keen to move into their first in-house role or alternatively an inhouse legal counsel interested in taking their next in-house step. Ideally you will be 4 + years PQE but there is flexibility on the PQE range either way due to the scope of the role.
Why this role?
* High growth company - fast paced & exciting
* Interesting and complex work which will further develop skills
* Lots of career development potential due to growth strategy
* Very competive salary and overall benefits
The Client
Our client is a fast paced, high growth, global technology company with a market leading suite of products who are used by some of the largest global companies. They have a very strong growth plan and as such it is an exciting time to join the organisation. Working in this organisation you will get the opportunity to work in an exciting, fast paced environment.
The Role
Working as part of this talented in-house legal team the in-house legal counsel will involve leading on the review, negotiation and drafting of commercial contracts with a focus on technology contracts and SaaS agreements. You will work as a legal business partner with the sales team working in close collaboration to advise on any new client negotiations and contracts and existing client renewals to include advising on RFI/RFPs. You will also work closely with the in-house lawyers to look at legal operations and delivery of legal services to the business.
You will be!
* Qualified Solicitor - UK or European jurisidiction
* 4 + years experience of negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial contracts (consideration will be given to candidates with a lower PQE)
* It would be ideal if you have some previous experience of negotiating and drafting technology contracts e.g. SaaS agreements software licence
* Able to work effectively in a fast paced, dyanmic environment
* Excellent communication skills with strong negotiation skills and the ability to deal with stakeholders at all levels
* Highly organised and able to deal with a busy workload
If you are interested in a confidential chat about this role please contact me at lindsey@conektlegal.com or call 07852332587