Sole Legal Counsel

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth technology business is seeking a Sole Legal Counsel to shape its legal function and support various stakeholders, particularly in the Sales and Supplier Management teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial in-house experience in the technology sector and strong skills in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, while contributing to the company's expansion into new markets.

Benefits

Pension

Car allowance

MIP bonus

Qualifications

• Prior in-house experience in the technology/IT sector.
• 4+ PQE in commercial law as a guideline.
• Self-starter with initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support Sales and Supplier Management teams with legal advice.
• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Manage contract lifecycle system and external counsel.

Skills

Drafting contracts

Negotiating agreements

Advising on sales and compliance

Job description

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About the Role

A high-growth technology business is looking for a skilled Commercial lawyer to support as the Sole Legal Counsel. The role will report to the parent company's General Counsel as well as have a dotted line to the CEO, providing significant autonomy and a wide range of responsibilities, supported by several members of the business. You will work closely with various stakeholders, particularly supporting the Sales and Supplier Management teams. The position will initially focus on the UK and US markets, where the company currently has a strong presence, but they are looking to expand into other markets very quickly.

What You'll Need to Succeed

The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, self-starter with an ability to take initiative. You will have prior experience working in-house in the technology/IT sector and enjoy a fast-paced environment.

• Strong experience drafting and negotiating a wide scope of commercial contracts (SaaS, MSAs, statements of work, professional services agreements, licensing).
• Experience working with third parties (distributors, subcontractors, etc.) and referral agreements.
• Ability to advise across a range of matters, including, but not limited to, sales, employment, compliance, and trademarks.
• Demonstrated involvement in RFP support.
• Previous experience managing the contract lifecycle system and supporting its implementation.
• Experience managing external counsel.
• 4+ PQE as a guideline.

What You'll Get in Return

As the sole lawyer, you will have the opportunity to shape the legal function and gain excellent exposure to senior members of the business.

Salary: £80,000-90,000 + pension, car allowance, and a MIP bonus.