Legal Counsel - Sanderson : Job Details

Job Purpose/Role

The Legal Counsel is responsible for all commercial and corporate legal matters related to the shared IT service provider of a leading company in the UK & Ireland. A strong focus will be on commercial contracts, e.g., supporting the procurement function in drafting and negotiating adequate contracts. The Legal Counsel will accompany the entire procurement process from a legal perspective and advise the purchasing function as well as the specialist departments. Additionally, you will be part of the global Legal and Compliance function and will work with colleagues at various sites.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and services on issues concerning the rights, obligations, and privileges of the organization in terms of corporate governance and corporate law.

Represent the organization to customers, suppliers, and government agencies and establish and maintain contact with internal clients & stakeholders.

Drive legal workstream activities in support of strategic intra-company IT-related restructuring.

Advise, draw up, and negotiate IT procurement contracts (e.g., software purchasing and leasing, SaaS, maintenance and support, IT Services, etc.).

Follow up with changes in law and issue recommendations to ensure compliance in the region.

Raise the level of awareness and understanding in the business of legal issues, risks, and mitigation, including contract management.

Assist in developing and maintaining the company's policies, procedures, and compliance matters in the region.

Key Requirements/Skills/Experience

A Solicitor or Barrister qualified in England & Wales or Ireland (preferable), ideally with experience in the FS or IT industry (either in a law firm or in-house).

3+ years PQE professional experience at an international law firm or in the Legal department of an international company.

Focus Law: Higher education degree in law (2:1 degree or higher) or international degree desired.

Strong teamwork skills and intercultural experience.

Applying analytical thinking and conflict management skills as well as moderation and presentation techniques.

Required to be in the office only 4 times a month