Senior Legal Counsel, Commercial
4 weeks ago
The University of Cambridge is seeking a senior commercial lawyer to join its commercial, corporate and IP team. As a senior and experienced lawyer, you will provide internal clients with accessible, clear, pragmatic and robust advice on a broad range of commercial matters, including export control, data protection, procurement, intellectual property and national security matters.
About You- You are a team player who embraces change and is excited to make an impact and share your ideas with the team.
- You work effectively under pressure, exercising autonomy, judgement and initiative.
- You display attention to detail and demonstrate an aptitude for rapid learning.
- You want to be involved in the trial and implementation of new technology adoption to contribute to building a best-in-class legal function for the University.
- You have significant experience post-qualification, in private practice or in-house, particularly within a large, complex organisation.
- You have provided legal advice on a broad range of commercial matters, including drafting, reviewing, advising on and negotiating non-standard agreements and resolving commercial disputes.
- You have identified, assessed, and managed legal risks, taking into account matters ancillary to your area of expertise.
- You have advised on international matters/collaborations, worked independently, managed substantial matters without supervision, and supervised other legal professionals.
- You have delivered training and designed legal resources, guidance, and templates for a diverse, non-legal audience.
- You have advised and influenced senior stakeholders with confidence and gravitas.
We offer a competitive reward and benefits package, including a full-time appointment with the possibility of part-time or compressed working arrangements. We value both face-to-face engagement and personal freedom, and reflect contemporary practices. You and your manager will work together to tailor an arrangement that best suits your preferences and our business needs.
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