EMEA Senior SaaS Legal Counsel – Complex Intl Deals

Mercy Corps; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their Manchester team. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate SaaS agreements across multiple jurisdictions, providing critical support to sales and leading legal projects. A law degree and significant experience in software agreements are required. Join a team that values transparency, customer success, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Transparency around corporate structure and benefits

Multiple training opportunities

Strong culture and camaraderie

Qualifications

• Must have a current practicing certificate.
• Minimum of 2 years specializing in software, SaaS, and professional services agreements.
• Solid knowledge of Data Protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate SaaS and software agreements.
• Provide support to Sales on issues of contract interpretation.
• Lead or contribute to Legal team projects.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal research

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

6+ years PQE in software and SaaS

Job description

A prominent nonprofit organization is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their Manchester team. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate SaaS agreements across multiple jurisdictions, providing critical support to sales and leading legal projects. A law degree and significant experience in software agreements are required. Join a team that values transparency, customer success, and professional development opportunities.