Legal Counsel

Thomson LRC; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job description

Award-Winning Financial Services Company

Broad Commercial In-House role

Edinburgh or Glasgow + Hybrid

Leading financial services organisation is looking to hire an additional lawyer to join their in-house commercial team - this role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow with hybrid working also available.

Role Profile:

• The role will involve drafting and negotiating contracts for our various business areas within the company, which will include a full range of professional services, consulting, online and data services, including tender responses, master services agreements, client contracts, licences, data protection agreements, non-reliance letters, NDAs, and supplier agreements.
• You will develop knowledge and understanding of key area’s propositions, core business, and associated risks and work with that area to shape solutions that meet requirements.
• Draft best practice notes on topical issues for use across the firm, develop and maintain processes, policies, guidance, and templates, and assist in training.
• Support proposition and client-based projects with legal advice.
• Support and help drive Legal team initiatives.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor in Scotland or England with material experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation. Experience within FS or Pensions would be an advantage but not essential.
• Candidates from in-house or private practice are invited to apply.

On Offer:

On offer is a highly competitive salary and benefits package including bonus, pension, and hybrid working.

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