VP, Legal Counsel - Market Data & Tech Licensing

Barclays UK; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Legal Counsel VP in Manchester. This role will entail advising on complex vendor agreements and legal compliance across innovation and technology sectors. The ideal candidate should be a qualified lawyer with significant experience in commercial contracts, especially in financial services. This position offers the opportunity to impact legal strategies and governance in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with market data vendors and negotiating terms.
• Strong expertise in commercial contracts and technology agreements.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial, innovation, and technology legal matters.
• Lead negotiations on vendor agreements and license rights.
• Develop training programs regarding legal and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Qualified lawyer

Experience with market data vendors

Strong expertise in commercial contracts

Knowledge of license rights

Stakeholder management

Regulatory frameworks knowledge

Process optimisation

Interest in AI and technology

Education

Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, or equivalent)

Job description

A leading financial institution is seeking a Legal Counsel VP in Manchester. This role will entail advising on complex vendor agreements and legal compliance across innovation and technology sectors. The ideal candidate should be a qualified lawyer with significant experience in commercial contracts, especially in financial services. This position offers the opportunity to impact legal strategies and governance in a dynamic environment.