Legal Counsel - England, United Kingdom - Arbuthnot Yon

    Arbuthnot Yon
    Arbuthnot Yon England, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Arbuthnot Yon are working exclusively with a listed international technology business which provides its services to global blue chip businesses.

    The business has grown significantly over the last few years and is seeking to appoint a Legal Counsel.

    We are keen to hear from lawyers with commercial contracts, technology contracts, corporate law or commercial disputes areas who would like to develop their skills as an in-house commercial lawyer in a technology business.

    A new opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counsel to join the established legal team which support the business in the UK and also internationally.

    Reporting into the Head of Legal you would have a broad commercially focused role which would involve drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, technology contracts, customer agreements, advising on data protection, IP / trademark issues and compliance.

    Examples of projects you would get involved in include:
    Negotiation and drafting of supplier contracts, including software, hardware and services;
    Legal support for the international business – Advising on ad-hoc legal queries, reviewing international agreements for the sale of software and associated services;
    Management of external legal counsel and IP attorneys;
    General commercial assistance/litigation assistance;
    Providing advice on regulatory and compliance queries;

    Providing advice on and negotiation of data protection clauses in line with GDPR; Providing training to the wider business to upskill knowledge of contract management.

    This is a great opportunity to join the established legal team of a successful and growing business where you work closely with the decision makers in the UK.

    For this opportunity we are keen to hear from bright, enthusiastic commercial lawyers who are looking to join a business and undertake a commercially focused role.

    Any experience in technology related contracts would be a bonus.
    This position is based in Gloucestershire, the business operate a hybrid working policy with 3 days in the office and 2 from home