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Interim Legal Counsel - Global Financial Services Platform, slough
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Client:
The Stephen James Partnership
Location:
slough, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
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Posted:
26.08.2025
Expiry Date:
10.10.2025
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Job Description:
Interim Legal Counsel - Global Financial Services Platform
About the Job
Are you an experienced legal professional with a strong background in commercial contracts and financial services? Are you available to start in November? This role offers the opportunity to work on complex licensing and services transactions within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
The Client
Our client is a leading global organization in the financial services and data sector. They are seeking Interim Legal Counsel to join their EMEA legal team and provide support across a range of commercial, contractual, and regulatory work. The company is committed to innovation and works with high-profile clients worldwide.
The Role
This is a broad in-house role, providing legal and regulatory support to the business. Key responsibilities include:
* Drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts, including licensing, data, trademark, custom index, research, advisory, and consulting agreements.
* Advising on intellectual property, data usage rights, post-termination obligations, and regulatory compliance.
* Supporting the business with responses to requests for proposals and guiding corporate licensing, branding, and privacy matters.
* Managing outside counsel on specific legal matters where required.
* Leading or participating in projects such as disputes, acquisitions, divestitures, and integration activities.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* 4–8 years’ post-qualification experience in financial services or commercial IP licensing contract law.
* Admitted to practice law in the UK or another European jurisdiction.
* Strong drafting, negotiation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
* Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What’s on Offer?
* Exposure to high-profile clients and complex, cross-border legal work.
* Opportunities for professional development and involvement in strategic projects.
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