Commercial Competition IT/IP Lawyer

THE FIRM

One of the largest teams of lawyers in the South outside London.

Independently recognised as one of the UK's leading national law firms which builds deep relationships with its clients, whose satisfaction with its services is the true measure of its success.

THE ROLE

This is a new opening for a talented lawyer who is technically strong, personable and ambitious.

They will need to be able to work independently with clients to deliver a pragmatic and hands on service, as well as wishing to be part of a cohesive, collegiate team.

They will be seeking a role as a technical lead lawyer alongside other key members of the team.

Key expertise in the majority of the following areas is essential:

IT contracts of all types, including App and other software development, software licensing, software agreements, implementation projects, system supplies and SaaS arrangements

Procurement agreements, including group buying and other framework arrangements

Manufacturing and supply agreements

Outsourcing agreements including FM, logistics, catering, large scale cleaning

Distribution and agency agreements

e-commerce, website terms

standard business terms

franchising agreements

Advisory work including:

Advertising claims and copy clearance

Commercial agency

Consumer issues (Consumer Credit, Distance Selling etc.)

Contract interpretation

Data Protection

Freedom of Information

Limits on liability

ABOUT YOU

With 3-5pqe, you will have a background of a City or rated regional/national practice background.

Experience of a variety of commercial contracts and IT expertise across a number of different sectors preferable along ideally with an interest in competition law.

Demonstrable team approach to external and internal clients, where appropriate

Confident, self-starter with a pro-active approach to work

Experience in producing, amending and negotiating a range of agreements to a variety of business sectors

Attendance at external and internal events. Writing articles and technical updates

You will be joining one of the most profitable firms in the south of England, which provides excellent long term career opportunities for ambitious candidates who aspire to partnership.

They aim to reward Associates with market leading salaries (outside London), and a comprehensive package of benefits.

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Please note our advertisements use PQE levels purely as a guide to the minimum level of experience required. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfill this kind of work.