We are working with a global Software business who are paving the way for AI and offering their clients meaningful customer service and interaction solutions to help businesses in all sectors thrive and react to customer demands and trends.
This innovative business is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel (with advanced/ native French language skills) to join them ASAP for an initial 6 month period. However, due to a recent permanent departure in the team, there may be longer term options depending on candidate interest and long term fit and motivations. There are no guarantees but a strong likelihood that a permanent senior counsel position will open in the next 3-9 months.
The role:
* Supporting the business on general commercial legal matters
* Significantly supporting the sales teams with SaaS transactions/ deals
* Drafting, negotiating and reviewing SaaS and technology agreements
* Ability to support sales teams heavily to ensure business meets commercial objectives whilst protecting business from risk
* Partnering with other areas of the business as and when needed on commercial legal matters
* Supporting European regions with legal queries - South Europe/Northern Europe and Nordics
Experience Required:
* French Language skills (Advanced/Business/Native speaking) are essential
* Strong English language skills and ability to build relationships in multiple geographies
* Experience in-house in technology/ software environment highly desirable
* Experience negotiating and drafting SaaS contracts and supporting sales teams
* Clear history in commercial and tech/SaaS matters
Day rate/ Salary: Highly Competitive
Start date: ASAP
Office working: Flexible working - 1 day a week in office or once every other week
Office Location: Paddington - London
Important: Applicants must be based in the United Kingdom and have full UK right to work.