Senior Corporate Counsel

Mimecast Limited; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance-oriented technology firm is seeking a Senior Corporate Counsel to oversee global corporate compliance and support growth through various corporate projects. Responsibilities include managing company registrations, compliance monitoring, and drafting legal agreements. The ideal candidate is a qualified legal professional with at least 4 years in corporate law, offering a salary between £64,000-£96,000 plus benefits. This role allows flexibility with a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Learning opportunities

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• At least 4 years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Flexibility to handle various legal matters positively.
• Ability to contribute to cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage corporate matters such as registrations, records, and statutory filings.
• Develop systems to monitor and report on compliance.
• Draft and review agreements related to corporate affairs.

Skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive

Job description

Senior Corporate Counsel

Why Join Our Team? As a key member of the Mimecast Legal Team, you will have the opportunity to shape our corporate compliance process, ensuring regulatory adherence and high ethical standards. This dynamic environment allows you to leverage and expand your expertise. Join us to be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence in the legal field.

What You'll Do

Your role as Senior Corporate Counsel will focus on maintaining up-to-date global corporate compliance and supporting Mimecast's growth through various corporate matters and projects. Responsibilities include:

• Managing corporate matters such as company registrations, records, board meetings, and statutory filings, especially in the UK and India;
• Developing systems to monitor and report on compliance, focusing on continuous improvement;
• Collaborating with finance, treasury, accounting, and HR on compliance issues and risk management;
• Drafting and reviewing agreements including intercompany, engagement letters, vendor contracts, and indemnifications;
• Communicating with stakeholders about issues or risks in your area;
• Monitoring legal and industry developments affecting corporate law;
• Managing outside legal advisors for transactional and governance matters;
• Supporting mergers and acquisitions due diligence and deliverables;
• Handling new entity formations for global expansion.

What We Bring

Mimecast offers learning opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and cross-functional teamwork to build your knowledge. Our hybrid model provides flexibility with a minimum of two days per week in the London office, fostering collaboration, innovation, and community engagement.

The UK salary range is £64,000-£96,000 plus benefits, with potential bonuses and incentive plans based on role, level, location, and individual performance.

DEI Commitment

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Employment offers are contingent upon background checks in accordance with local law.

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive in the UK, with at least 4 years post-qualification experience in corporate law;
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and contribute to cross-functional teams;
• Excellent organizational, time management, and attention to detail skills;
• Critical thinking with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach;
• High ethical standards and professional integrity;
• Flexibility to handle a variety of legal matters positively.