In‑House Contract Lawyer
Company Profile From Government organisations and blue chips to SMEs, our mission is to provide businesses with the technology they need to simplify complex solutions in a digital world. Headquartered in the UK, Smarter Technologies is the creator and owner of the award‑winning IoT data network, the Orion Data Network. The network offers a full range of real‑time tracking, monitoring and smart sensing solutions, connecting the physical world to the digital universe and pioneering the way for cities and countries to become smarter and more efficient. Closely coupled with our digital transformation and consultancy expertise, our bespoke applications and control platforms allow for real‑time alerts and management information for fast action and agile decision‑making.
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Location: Ringwood, Hampshire
Role Overview
In‑house Contract Lawyer to provide sound, accurate and commercial legal advice on matters affecting the business, that will enable the business to operate in accordance with best practice as well as in accordance with all applicable legislation.
Responsibilities
* Provide legal advice in commercial contract matters and support business strategy.
* Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of contractual terms including partnership/distributor and global agreements.
* Support organisational contractual arrangements that require variation to comply with new legislation and regulations.
* Identify and manage operational and commercial risks in the context of contractual engagements.
Qualifications & Skills
* Law degree or CILEX or similar/equivalent.
* In‑depth knowledge of commercial contract law.
* Working knowledge and experience of privacy law, IP & patent law, copyright and trademark law within commercial contracts/agreements.
* Demonstrable experience in registration of IP, Patent and Trademark registrations.
* Minimum of 2 years commercial legal experience with proven competence across a wide area of business requirements.
* Ability to solve complex contractual problems and seek solutions that support business strategy.
* Experience in drafting and negotiation of partnership/distributor global agreements/contracts.
* Capability to independently review and draft a wide variety of contractual terms.
* Quick grasp of operational and commercial risks faced by the business and ability to manage these risks in the context of commercial contracts.
Ideal Candidate
* Previous experience working in‑house.
* Excellent communication skills.
* High level of professionalism and outstanding business judgement.
* Membership in the International Association for Contract & Commercial Management (IACCM) or National Contract Management Association (NCMA) and professional certification is a plus.
Remuneration
£40,000 to £50,000 per annum
How to Apply
Send your CV and a letter of motivation to vacancies@smartertechnologies.com.
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