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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal advice on commercial law, data protection, and corporate governance while effectively managing legal risks and compliance frameworks. Capable of drafting and negotiating various commercial agreements and translating complex legal concepts into practical solutions for senior stakeholders.
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UK-Qualified SolicitorCommercial Law ExpertiseData Protection KnowledgeContract Drafting And NegotiationRegulatory Compliance Experience
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Hard Skills
Drafting And Negotiating SOWsDrafting And Negotiating MSAsDrafting And Negotiating NDAsUnderstanding Of UK GDPRCorporate GovernanceRisk ManagementLegal Risk AssessmentIntellectual Property ProtectionEmployment LawCompliance Framework Development
Soft Skills
Strong Commercial AwarenessSound JudgementProfessional IntegrityAdaptabilityInitiative
Certifications & Qualifications
Solicitor Qualification
Industry Keywords
Technology ConsultancyIT ServicesDigital ConsultancyProfessional ServicesPublic Sector Engagement
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide timely, accurate and commercially focused legal advice across the business
- Act as a trusted contact for legal queries and advise senior stakeholders on risks and practical solutions
- Draft, review and negotiate SOWs, MSAs, NDAs, supplier and subcontractor agreements, client contracts and partnership arrangements
- Advise on contractual risks, obligations and mitigation strategies
- Provide guidance on corporate governance and company policies
- Advise on UK GDPR, data protection, IR35, umbrella company legislation, competition law and other UK and EU laws
- Develop, implement and maintain compliance frameworks, policies and procedures
- Identify, assess and manage legal and regulatory risks
- Advise on public-sector bids, framework agreements, procurement, insurance, guarantees and supplier compliance
- Provide employment law advice and support disputes, complaints and Employment Tribunal claims
- Support debt recovery, customer and candidate complaints, and supply contract disputes
- Advise on intellectual property protection, ownership, licensing and usage rights
- Monitor legal developments in AI, machine learning and emerging technologies
- Support data protection impact assessments and manage data protection incidents
- Develop legal systems, processes and templates
- Report directly to the Chief Legal & Operating Officer and collaborate with senior stakeholders, Business Operations, IT, People Hub and external counsel
Requirements
What you’ll need- UK-qualified solicitor, ideally qualified in England and Wales
- Strong grounding in commercial law
- Exposure to regulatory, compliance and governance matters
- Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, including SOWs, MSAs, NDAs, supplier and subcontractor agreements, and wider commercial contracts
- Good understanding of data protection and UK GDPR
- Understanding of corporate governance, company policies, regulatory and compliance frameworks, and risk management
- Ability to translate complex legal considerations into practical guidance
- Experience working with and influencing senior business stakeholders
- Strong commercial awareness, sound judgement, professional integrity, adaptability and initiative
- Ability to work autonomously in a small, evolving legal function and manage competing priorities
- Experience in a technology consultancy, IT services, digital consultancy, professional services organisation or similar environment highly beneficial but not essential
- Understanding of consulting businesses engaging with enterprise and public sector clients advantageous
Benefits
Comp & perks- Inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process
- Reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process
- Disability Confident Committed employer