In-House Commercial Lawyer, Glasgow/ Edinburgh

Leading financial services organisation is looking to hire an additional In-House Commercial Lawyer to join their high profile legal team. This role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow. 

Role Profile:

• The role will involve drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in addition to the management of legal risk and compliance. This will include: letters of intent, collaboration agreements, client services agreements, data provision/licence agreements. 
• Advise on new business strategies or complicated client arrangements. 
• Ensure compliance with legislation, regulation and the requirements of professional bodies and other organisations.
• Draft best practice guides and maintain processes, policies, guidance and templates and training/development. 

Candidate Profile:

• Commercial contracts experience and circa 2-4 years PQE. Candidates in practice or in-house are invited to apply. Candidates with experience working in a FCA regulated environment would be viewed as beneficial. 
• Experience in financial services, life, employee benefits or insurance would be an advantage but not essential. 
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. 

On offer is a highly competitive salary and benefits package including bonus and pension and the chance to work with a dynamic and innovative company who provide excellent training and development. 

To discuss this role in confidence or to apply, please contact David Thomson, Director at Thomson Legal by completing the Apply Now details in the box below. Alternatively, please click on the Thomson Legal logo to access our recruiter profile where you can contact us directly via telephone, email or social media.