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Are you a Legal Counsel with a passion for technology and innovation? We’re have been instructed on an opportunity to join a leading global tech business that operates at the forefront of an exciting, thought-provoking industry. This is your chance to work on high-impact legal matters at both a national and international level while being part of a collaborative and dynamic in-house legal team.

What you'll do:

As Legal Counsel, you’ll take on a pivotal role where you will:

  • Draft, advise on, and negotiate commercial contracts, ensuring pragmatic and commercially driven outcomes.
  • Provide expert legal advice across diverse areas, including data protection, privacy, intellectual property, disputes and employment law.
  • Collaborate on technology policy matters, influencing how the business navigates cutting-edge issues in the industry.
  • Partner closely with the global legal team, aligning on risk management, processes and strategies for new services.

This role offers an incredible opportunity to broaden your expertise in a fast-evolving industry while contributing to a company that’s shaping the future of technology.

What you bring:

We’re looking for a Legal Counsel with:

  • Strong expertise in commercial contracts, ensuring sound advice that aligns with the business’s risk appetite.
  • Knowledge or experience in other areas of law, such as data protection, IP, disputes, or employment, which would be a strong advantage.
  • A pragmatic, solution-focused mindset, paired with excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • 4+ PQE from an In House setting ideally, but candidates from Private Practice will be considered.

Please contact me for a confidential conversation regarding the directive.
📧Ciaran.ONeill@RobertWalters.com
📞07721019717

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: In-house & Generalist

Industry: Legal

Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Manchester

Job Reference: X1ZH6N-60439FB5

Date posted: 13 January 2025

Consultant: Ciaran O'Neill

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