Senior Commercial & Privacy Counsel

Conekt Legal

Northern Ireland

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Impactful work

Growth and development opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Northern Ireland is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial & Privacy Counsel to join its in-house legal team. This pivotal role involves advising on complex commercial agreements and global data protection matters while engaging with senior stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a qualified lawyer with over 6 years of experience, strong commercial contracts expertise, and a proactive approach. This position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

6+ years PQE in commercial law.
Experience in leading law firms or in-house environments.
History of advising on regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

Advise on complex commercial agreements.
Provide guidance on data protection and regulatory matters.
Collaborate with product development on regulatory issues.
Engage with senior business leaders across jurisdictions.
Contribute to the growth of the legal function.

Skills

Strong commercial contracts experience

Stakeholder management

Proactive, solutions-focused approach

Knowledge of privacy and data protection law

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Overview

Director (Legal Recruitment) | Building Exceptional Legal Teams

Global Technology Company | Flexible Working | Newly Created Role

We are delighted to be working exclusively with our client, a leading global technology company, on an exciting, newly created opportunity for a Senior Commercial & Privacy Counsel to join their fast-growing in-house legal team.

This is an exceptional chance to step into a pivotal role within a dynamic and truly international business. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, advising on high-quality, complex matters while helping shape the company 0s approach to commercial and privacy issues worldwide.

Why Apply?

Impactful Work – be part of a senior team handling complex, high-value matters.
Growth & Development – genuine scope to work at a senior level in a newly created role with career progression opportunities.
Collaborative Culture – join a supportive, friendly, and forward-thinking global legal team.
Flexibility – highly flexible working arrangements to suit your needs.

The Role

Advise on a wide range of complex commercial agreements, partnerships, and technology contracts.
Provide strategic guidance on global data protection, privacy, and regulatory matters.
Work closely with the product development team to advise them on any regulatory matters.
Work directly with senior business leaders and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.
Contribute to the continued growth and development of the in-house legal function.

About You

Qualified lawyer with 6+ years PQE gained specialising in commercial law
Strong commercial contracts experience gained from a leading law firm or in-house
Previous knowledge of privacy and data protection law, with the ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused advice.
Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage at a senior level.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class business in a newly created senior position, offering both breadth and depth of work alongside a positive and flexible working culture.

If you are interested in a confidential chat about this role we would love to hear from you! Get in touch today at lindsey@conektlegal.com or call 07852332587.

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