Legal Counsel- Public Sector

OneAdvanced; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OneAdvanced is looking for a Public Sector focused Legal Counsel to support its Commercial Legal Team. This role involves drafting and negotiating various commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with public sector frameworks, and providing legal support across functions. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with experience in the public sector and a strong understanding of data protection laws.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 26 days plus public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Performance Bonus

Pension Scheme with 5% matched contributions

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with 3-5 years relevant post-qualification experience.
• Experience in a Public sector company in-house is preferred.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines and deliver practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial agreements for a leading SaaS provider.
• Supporting contract negotiations with Sales and Go-to-Market Teams to secure agreements with customers.
• Understanding privacy and data protection principles to review and negotiate data processing terms.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract negotiation

Data protection knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Solicitor qualification or equivalent

Job description

Role Introduction

OneAdvanced is seeking a capable and motivated Public Sector focused Legal Counsel to join our dynamic Commercial Legal Team on a permanent basis. You will be the dedicated legal support for our public sector business unit, playing a key role in supporting the business to achieve its growth ambitions across the UK and Ireland.

Reporting to our Senior Legal Counsel, you will work closely with the wider business teams to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice and support. Your responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, managing legal risks, and contributing to OneAdvanced's continued success while maintaining high legal and ethical standards.

Please note this role involves a hybrid working pattern at our Birmingham Mailbox office, 2-3 days per week.

What You Will Do

Our Legal Team stands out through:

Our Commercial Legal Team combines traditional legal excellence with innovative approaches to legal practice. We are committed to continuous learning and leveraging technology to deliver better outcomes:

• Technology Integration: Utilizing AI-powered tools like Wordsmith AI to enhance efficiency and support strategic decision-making.

• Learning Culture: Participating in monthly lunch and learns, product deep dive sessions with our product teams, and collaborative legalthons.

• Team Development: Engaging in team away days and professional development opportunities that foster individual growth and team cohesion.

• Team Satisfaction: Our team eNPS score of +45 reflects a positive, collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating various commercial agreements for a leading SaaS provider, such as master services agreements, bespoke customer contracts, RFP responses, supplier agreements, partner agreements, licensing terms, escrow agreements, call-off contracts, and data processing agreements.

• Supporting contract negotiations with Sales and Go-to-Market Teams to secure agreements with customers.

• Understanding privacy and data protection principles to review and negotiate data processing terms, escalating issues to the Data Protection Office or Legal Director – Privacy, AI, Cyber as needed.

• Ensuring familiarity with UK Public Sector contracts and frameworks to maintain compliance and best practices in relevant bids and agreements.

• Providing legal support across diverse business functions and strategic initiatives, including partner and supplier agreements, potential M&A activities, AI-related legal considerations, and privacy matters.

What You Will Have

• Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with 3-5 years relevant post-qualification experience, ideally gained in-house or within a reputable law firm—recent experience in a Public sector company in-house is preferred.

• Extensive experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on a broad range of commercial contracts, including public sector contracts and frameworks.

• Good understanding of data protection obligations (UK GDPR/DPAs).

• Ability to manage competing deadlines and deliver practical solutions in a fast-paced environment.

• Commercially minded with strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Excellent time-management skills and ability to work efficiently under pressure.

• High accountability and commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

• Proactive problem-solving attitude and can-do approach.

• Team player who thrives in collaborative environments.

• Desirable: interest in legal technology and innovation, SaaS experience, enthusiasm for learning and team development.

What We Do For You

Wellbeing Focus: Our people are our greatest assets. We prioritize your wellbeing through various benefits:

• Annual Leave: 26 days plus public holidays and options to buy additional days.

• Employee Assistance Programme: Confidential support and counselling via Care First, available 24/7.

• Endometriosis Friendly Employer: Committed to supporting employees with endometriosis.

Personal Growth: We support your personal and professional development through various programs:

• Development Programmes: From future managers to leadership training.

• Performance Bonus: Group-wide scheme rewarding your success.

Financial Wellbeing: We care about your financial health:

• Pension Scheme: 5% matched contributions with Scottish Widows.

• Income Protection Insurance: Support when you need it most.

Recognition: We celebrate your achievements:

• Performance & Talent: Real-time feedback and goal-setting via our technology platform.

Making a Difference: Opportunities to contribute to causes you care about:

• MatchIt! Fundraising matched by OneAdvanced.

• Volunteering Time: Use your leave to volunteer.

• Pennies from Heaven: Donate pennies from your paycheck to charity.

Who We Are

OneAdvanced is one of the UK's largest providers of business software and services, serving over 20,000 global customers with an annual turnover of £330M+. We support critical sectors such as emergency services, education, and legal services, powering the world of work.

We invest in our people, fostering a diverse, inclusive, and engaging workplace that empowers growth, ambitions, and talent.

To learn more about working at OneAdvanced, please click here.