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Senior Legal Counsel Commercial Tech & Procurement

LHH Recruitment Solutions
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£60,000 - £72,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position of Senior Legal Counsel (Commercial Tech & Procurement) is available for a remote working role with some ad hoc office-based work required.
  • Candidates must be UK-qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience, ideally with an In-House background.
  • The salary is competitive and will be determined based on experience, along with additional benefits such as a car allowance and performance-based bonus.
  • Key responsibilities include providing legal advice on IT and procurement contracts, managing contract negotiations, and engaging with stakeholders effectively.
  • This role offers a great opportunity for experienced solicitors to work in a predominantly remote environment while managing diverse workloads.

Position: Senior Legal Counsel (Commercial Tech & Procurement)Location: Remote working with some ad hoc office based work (open to discussion on number of days)Employment Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary/Package: Competitive Base Salary (DOE), Car Allowance, Bonus, and Benefits

About the Role:

We are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our clients In-House legal team on a predominantly remote working basis, with some travel to the offices required on an ad hoc basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Solicitor to play a key role in managing and advising on IT/technology and procurement contracts.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Legal Advisory: Provide expert legal advice and support with commercial agreements to include IT, Tech & AI contracts, public sector contracts, including procurement and data protection.
  • Contract Management: Lead the review, negotiation, and drafting of various commercial agreements.
  • Change Management: Running and implementing change management strategies to support response in other areas of the company, driven by change in legislation.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, maintaining strong relationships and effectively managing their expectations.
  • Workload Management: Prioritise and manage a diverse workload, demonstrating the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Candidate Specification:

  • Qualification: UK-qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 6 year's post-qualification experience, ideally with an In-House background.
  • Sector Experience: Ideally from the managed services/outsourcing, IT, technology, or telecommunications sector background.
  • Experience: Either experience within public sector contracts including procurement or have handled bids & tenders in the private sector would be an advantage plus additional exposure within IT & technology contracts and data protection.
  • Skills: Excellent stakeholder management, a proactive approach to workload management, and the ability to work autonomously, as well as within a team.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Salary: A competitive base salary reflective of your experience and expertise.
  • Additional Perks: Car allowance, performance-based bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package.
  • Work-Life Balance: Predominantly remote working with some ad hoc office based work (to be discussed).

How to Apply:

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please submit your CV via the job advert or for further information please contact Chris Ewles on or at chris.ewles @lhh.com

LHH Recruitment Solutions acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. LHH Recruitment Solutions is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

To note, the PQE indicated in this advertisement is intended as a guide only and does not preclude applications from those with more or less PQE.

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