In-House Legal Counsel

Location
Yorkshire
Salary
£Competitive
Posted
16 Jan 2017
Closes
23 Jan 2017
Ref
4391TL
Job Title
In House Counsel
PQE Level
2-4, 5-7
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

In House Legal Counsel – Leading Technology Business – Flexible working considered

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Lawyer to join one of the country’s leading technology companies, based at their offices in Yorkshire.

You will

  • act as a trusted adviser and business partner for the provision of all aspects of legal and regulatory advice in relation to the Company’s core business activities
  • provide legal advice in regard to commercial, technology and consumer law matters
  • drafting and negotiating a range of agreements including suppliers, general T&Cs, advertising and marketing
  • managing disputes
  • general legal advice to the business including employment, IP and outsourcing
  • manage regulatory legal issues with the business and, to that end, an understanding of data protection would be helpful but not essential

This is a unique opportunity to be work in a pro-active and innovative legal function in a fast-moving technology business.

This role will suit someone who is:

  • a qualified lawyer with at least 2 years’ PQE* and a background in Commercial / Technology / Consumer law.
  • looking for a broad legal role
  • seeking to develop their commercial acumen and operational experience
  • keen for more flexible working

To apply please send your CV and covering letter to Jacqui Douglas of McKenzie Douglas.

*PQE is for guidance only and all candidates will be considered on merit.

To be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate that you are eligible to work in the UK.