Job Description
We are a leading international legal firm seeking a highly skilled Senior Corporate Counsel to join our dynamic in-house team in the heart of London. In this pivotal role, you will act as a strategic partner to our business units, providing expert legal advice on a wide range of commercial matters, including technology transactions, intellectual property, and corporate governance. You will be instrumental in mitigating legal risks, driving growth, and ensuring full compliance with UK and EU regulatory frameworks.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
- Comprehensive private healthcare and pension scheme.
- Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.
- Opportunity to work on high-profile international transactions.
- Continuous professional development and mentorship opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of complex commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements (MSA), Statements of Work (SOW), Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA), and licensing deals.
- Provide proactive legal counsel to business stakeholders on corporate compliance, data protection, and regulatory issues.
- Lead and manage the end-to-end process for mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments.
- Oversee intellectual property strategy, including copyright, trademark, and patent matters.
- Manage external counsel relationships and provide oversight of external litigation and disputes.
- Conduct legal risk assessments and develop policies to minimize legal exposure.
- Mentor junior legal staff and contribute to the continuous improvement of the legal department's workflows.
Qualifications
- Qualified Solicitor (SRA) or Barrister (Bar Standards Board) with a minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE).
- Proven track record in Corporate and Commercial Law, with specific experience in Technology and Intellectual Property.
- In-depth knowledge of English contract law, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance (UK GDPR, GDPR, FCA regulations).
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into business-friendly language.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
- High attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) and document management systems.