- Support our legal and compliance teams, specifically the General Counsel and Head of Regulatory Affairs, with the day to day legal and compliance workflow.
- Assist the General Counsel and Head of Regulatory Affairs with various CoSec, data protection, and litigation matters.
- Work with the legal team on a variety of activities such as: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and bespoke customer contracts Handling property affairs and providing some employment guidance Drafting & maintaining standard T's and C's, verbal and written customer contracts Reviewing marketing and PR content Defending claims against the organisation Reviewing and drafting customer/colleague correspondence
- Assist the compliance team in monitoring, summarizing, and submitting responses to regulatory documents. Ensure awareness of regulatory obligations, update on regulatory performance, and work on compliance with regulatory changes. Identify and address areas of non-compliance.
- Keep the team updated on legal developments and help the General Counsel share information/know-how with the business, delivering training where appropriate.
- Serve as a trusted advisor and business partner to key stakeholders within the business in the execution of the business strategy, ensuring that legal and regulatory risk is minimised throughout the group.
- Help the General Counsel and Head of Regulatory Affairs to ensure the group complies with the regulatory requirements of its regulators – Ofcom, Ofwat, Ofgem, WICS and the FCA.
- A qualified solicitor with a strong academic record and several years post qualification experience.
- Relatable and positive experience of working in a fast-paced, constantly changing organisation.
- Some commercial experience preferably, but not necessarily, in an in-house environment. Our legal team has a wide range of prior experience, from shipping litigation to restructuring.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- Ability to effectively manage a sizeable workload with the requisite organisational skills.
- Pension contributions and life assurance coverage.
- Generous discounts at numerous high street and online retailers.
- 25 days of annual leave, increasing to 28 days based on tenure.
- Enjoy your birthday off every year.
- Ability to purchase up to 10 additional holidays and sell up to 5 days per year.
- Cycle to work and travel loans for people wanting a greener commute.
- Comprehensive well-being support, including round-the-clock access to a GP, mental health assistance, fitness programs, and complimentary legal and financial advice.
- Hybrid working model: the choice to work remotely for three days.
- Engage in charity fundraising and volunteering activities as part of our giving back initiative.
- Enjoy fantastic on-site amenities including a complimentary gym, free parking, a subsidized café, and an on-site bar for post-work drinks, quiz nights, and social gatherings.
- Full time/Permanent contract of 37.5 hours per week.
- No weekends and every bank holiday off.
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Associate Solicitor - Sale, United Kingdom - Verastar Limited
Description
As an Associate Solicitor, you will help our General Counsel and the Head of Regulatory Affairs to minimize legal and regulatory risk and align with essential business objectives.
Responsibilities of the role
Experience / Qualifications
Our Story
Verastar was established with the goal of simplifying our customers' lives and making our employees' experiences more rewarding. As one of the top providers for small businesses in the UK, we offer a truly distinctive service by providing all essential services in one place: Phone, Broadband, Mobile, Water, Gas, Electricity, Payment Services, and Insurance.
For more than two decades, our growth journey has been marked by various accolades, such as Investors in People, The Northern Contact Centre Awards 2023, and Learning at Work Week Awards 2023. Our latest achievement was receiving the 'One to Watch' award from Best Companies.
Why Choose Verastar?
At Verastar, we don't just do jobs, we do careers. With our ambitious growth strategies, our employees advance alongside us. We provide all the necessary support for your development and success, including flexible working arrangements, a transparent rewards system, a diverse and inclusive environment, and the autonomy to steer your career path and create your own opportunities. Verastar is a great place to work, made better by you.
In return for your hard work, you'll get
It takes all kinds of people to make Verastar the success that we are, and we've got a range of benefits to make sure everyone is happy.
The important extras
What happens next?
If you're looking for a new challenge with great benefits at an award-winning company, then Verastar is the place for you. To be part of our continued success click 'Apply' today to take the next step in your career.
Across the Verastar Group, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment and embracing our diversity. We are on the lookout for skilled individuals who share our values to join our teams.
All successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks.
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