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In-House Lawyer
Clyde & Co. Review, draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, identifying and mitigating legal, regulatory and commercial risks .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts while ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations. Possesses strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills to effectively manage legal risks and deliver training on regulatory matters.
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Qualified Solicitor Or BarristerCommercial Contract NegotiationData Protection And Information SecurityRegulatory Compliance ExpertiseTraining Program Development
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Hard Skills
Contract DraftingRisk ManagementRegulatory Framework KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsProject ManagementStakeholder InfluenceLegal Guidance TranslationSupplier Due DiligenceGovernance Committee SupportCompliance Training
Soft Skills
Organizational SkillsCommunication SkillsRelationship BuildingStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving
Industry Keywords
Solicitors Regulation AuthorityLegal And Regulatory PoliciesCybersecurityData GovernanceCommercial Awareness
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesCyber Security
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Review, draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, identifying and mitigating legal, regulatory and commercial risks
- Assess proposed commercial relationships and business initiatives for compliance with regulatory obligations
- Partner with Data Protection and Information Security teams on contractual privacy, cybersecurity and data governance requirements
- Support internal committees and governance forums with Legal & Regulatory input on new products, services and business initiatives
- Contribute to implementation of new technologies, systems and third-party services
- Provide legal support for supplier and vendor engagements connected to fee-earning activities
- Develop, enhance and promote internal legal, regulatory and risk management policies and procedures
- Conduct supplier due diligence focused on data protection, information security and regulatory compliance
- Respond to day-to-day legal and regulatory queries from partners, lawyers and business services teams
- Monitor legal and regulatory developments and translate them into practical guidance, policies, templates and training materials
- Collaborate with risk lawyers, partners and business services leaders on regulatory and compliance issues
- Design and deliver risk management and regulatory training sessions
Requirements
What you’ll need- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with a minimum of 4 years' post-qualification experience
- Experience gained within a leading City, national or major regional law firm, or equivalent in-house environment
- Strong working knowledge of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) regulatory framework
- Significant experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to provide practical, risk-based and commercially focused advice
- Strong organisational and project management capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels across the business
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to translate complex legal and regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance
- Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking skills
- Experience advising on data protection, information security or technology-related matters
- Experience supporting governance committees, product approval processes or supplier risk assessments
- Experience developing and delivering legal, regulatory or compliance training programmes
- Willingness to travel occasionally between firm offices when required
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal opportunities employer
- Commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce
- Pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships
- Commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and ambitious emissions reduction targets