Legal Counsel

Career Executive 赛睿人力资源; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Executive 赛睿人力资源 seeks a UK/EU qualified lawyer to lead global investigations and risk assessments within a fast-paced environment. You will work across borders with legal, HR, and audit teams to gather evidence, document findings, and advise leadership on corrective actions.

Excellent communication and a commitment to ethics are essential as you stay current with evolving laws and compliance standards and provide legal guidance on investigations and risk management.

Qualifications

• UK or EU qualified lawyer with 5+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law and compliance regulations.
• Experience conducting investigations with confidentiality and objectivity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Able to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• High ethical standards and impartial investigations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct global legal investigations across borders and jurisdictions.
• Perform risk assessments and advise leadership on mitigating controls.
• Collaborate with legal, HR, internal audit and other stakeholders.
• Prepare clear, accurate reports documenting investigations, findings and recommendations.
• Develop training to raise awareness of legal and compliance issues.
• Stay up-to-date with laws, regulations and industry trends.
• Provide legal guidance to the GLI team, management, and stakeholders.

Skills

Corporate law

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Legal writing

Interviews

Education

UK or EU qualified lawyer

Job description

Conduct global legal investigations: independently conduct thorough and objective investigations into potential legal and ethical violations within the company, working across borders and jurisdictions as necessary.

Risk assessment: identify, analyze, and evaluate potential legal and compliance risks, providing recommendations to leadership to mitigate risks and improve internal controls.

Collaboration: collaborate with cross-functional teams including legal, human resources, internal audit and other internal/external stakeholders, to gather information, coordinate efforts, and ensure consistent and effective investigations.

Documentation: prepare clear, accurate, and comprehensive reports documenting investigations, findings, and recommendations for corrective actions, as well as any potential legal implications.

Training and awareness: develop and deliver training programs to increase awareness and understanding of legal and compliance issues, fostering a culture of ethics and integrity throughout the company.

Regulatory compliance: stay up-to-date with relevant laws, regulations, and technology industry trends to ensure the company's adherence to changing legal requirements.

Legal advice: provide legal guidance and counsel to the GLI team, management, and other stakeholders on various legal matters related to investigations, compliance, and risk management.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• UK or EU qualified lawyer with 5+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law and compliance regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed and thorough investigations, including evidence collection, analysis, and interviews, while maintaining objectivity and ensuring confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify legal risks, evaluate complex situations, and provide effective solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and cultures.
• High moral and ethical standards, as well as commitment to conducting investigations with professionalism and impartiality.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and prioritise workflow with minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the Technology / Media / Telecommunications sector, ideally in an international organisation.
• Experience working on complex litigation matters, preferably in the areas of white collar work or other civil/criminal matters.
• Experience working for a government regulator or enforcement body.