In-House Legal Counsel

Job title:

In-House Legal Counsel

Company

Thomson Legal

Job description

Leading financial services organisation is looking to add an In-House Legal Counsel to their Commercial Contract team- this role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow and Hybrid-Working is also available.Role Profile:

• The role will involve drafting and negotiating contracts for various business areas within the company.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of key area’s propositions, core business and associated risks and work with that area to shape solutions that meet requirements. O
• Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide variety of commercial contracts for the full range of professional services, consulting, online and data services, including tender responses, master services agreements, client contracts, licences, data protection agreements, non-reliance letters, NDAs and supplier agreements.
• Draft best practice notes on topical issues, develop and maintain processes, policies, guidance and templates and assist in training.
• Support proposition and client-based projects with legal advice.
• Support and help drive Legal team initiatives.
• Positively contribute to the legal team, creating a professional, effective, high quality and approachable resource for the business.

Candidate Requirements:

• A qualified Solicitor in Scotland or England with material experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
• Relevant practice based and/or in-house experience, ideally in an FCA regulated environment or financial services, pensions or professional services firm.
• Proven ability to deliver on projects and initiatives and provide workable solutions.

On Offer:

• Competitive Salary.
• A flexible selection of employee benefits, so you can choose a package that best matches your lifestyle and needs.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment where your thinking and ideas are encouraged.
• Regular social activities, in addition to three days paid volunteering leave each year and a day’s leave to celebrate your birthday.

To Apply:For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description or to apply, please contact:David Thomson- DirectorTelephone: 0131 450 7164Email:

Expected salary

Location

Edinburgh

Job date

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 02:55:20 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (jobsineu.net) you saw this job posting.