Lead Legal Strategist

2 weeks ago


Belfast, United Kingdom Herbert Smith Freehills Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly accomplished and driven Lead Legal Strategist to join our Digital Legal Delivery team in Belfast. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned legal professional to leverage their expertise and leadership skills to shape the future of legal service delivery within a dynamic and innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic legal counsel and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of complex legal matters, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
  • Develop and implement innovative legal solutions that optimize efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance the client experience.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including technology, operations, and finance, to drive strategic initiatives forward.
  • Stay abreast of emerging legal trends and technologies, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation within the legal function.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability within the team.

Qualifications / Skills / Experience

  • Qualified lawyer with 6+ years of experience in a legal environment, demonstrating a strong academic record.
  • Proven ability to think strategically and provide insightful legal advice to senior management.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
  • Experience in managing and motivating teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Ipsos Full time

    Overview of the Role The Ipsos Northern Ireland division operates within the Ipsos Public Affairs policy framework, recognized for its innovative and dynamic approach in the professional services sector. Our mission is to address governmental needs by designing, implementing, and assessing policies across critical areas such as Energy, Education, Early...

  • Content Strategist

    3 months ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Rapid7 Full time

    **Content Strategist** At Rapid7, we have a robust Content Team to cover our diverse business practices. We’re currently seeking a skilled writer and content strategist to help us run fast and far. As a Content Strategist, you will develop a content strategy that reaches security practitioners, leaders, and the cybersecurity industry at large. You will...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Wellington Professional Recruitment Full time

    Position Overview:As a Lead Information Systems Strategist, you will become an integral part of a prominent public sector organization, overseeing the management of information systems within the Property Asset Management Team. Key Responsibilities:In this role, you will be responsible for: Leading the development and execution of asset management reporting...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Conekt Legal Full time

    Position OverviewCorporate Legal Advisor - Leading Technology FirmAre you a skilled commercial attorney seeking a new opportunity? Do you aspire to join a prominent technology firm as a vital member of their growing in-house legal department?Conekt Legal is collaborating with this esteemed technology organization to find a corporate legal advisor. This role...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Conekt Legal Full time

    Position OverviewCorporate Legal Advisor - Leading Technology FirmAre you a legal professional with a background in commercial law seeking a new opportunity? Join a prominent technology firm as a vital member of their growing in-house legal department.Conekt Legal is collaborating with this esteemed technology organization to find a corporate legal advisor....

  • Product Strategist

    2 days ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Nicoll Curtin Full time

    About the RoleNicoll Curtin is seeking an experienced Product Strategist/Agile Delivery Lead to join their business on a 6-month fixed-term contract with a view to going permanent.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a product expert, product evangelist, and voice of the customer, driving technology solutions from concept to delivery that meet customer needs and align...

  • Product Strategist

    4 days ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Nicoll Curtin Full time

    About the RoleNicoll Curtin is seeking an experienced Product Strategist/Agile Delivery Lead to join their business on a 6-month fixed-term contract with a view to going permanent.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as a product expert, product evangelist, and voice of the customer, driving technology solutions from concept to delivery that meet customer needs and align...

  • Product Strategist

    3 days ago


    Belfast Metropolitan Area, United Kingdom Nicoll Curtin Full time

    Job Title: Product StrategistAbout the Role:Nicoll Curtin, a leading global payments provider, is seeking an experienced Product Strategist/Agile Coach to join their business on a 6-month fixed-term contract with a view to going permanent.About the Team:The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a passion for delivering technology solutions...

  • Experience Strategist

    3 months ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom PA Consulting Full time

    **Company Description** About us** We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. As strategies, technologies and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity. Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough use of technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Rapid7 Full time

    **Senior People Strategist** A role with Rapid7 is not just another job opportunity. It is the chance to work with a hyper growth company in the fast paced IT sector, where employees are empowered to impact how we operate as a business, gaining visibility and taking their career to the next level. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a high...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Rapid7 Full time

    **Senior People Strategist** A role with Rapid7 is not just another job opportunity. It is the chance to work with a hyper growth company in the fast paced IT sector, where employees are empowered to impact how we operate as a business, gaining visibility and taking their career to the next level. As part of our continued growth, we are looking for a high...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Whytematter Full time

    We are working with our award winning client who are one of the UK’s largest consumer PR and content agencies and they are looking for a **Social Media Strategist** to join their team. They have offices in London, Belfast, Amsterdam and New York, our team of over 160 employees deliver creative, award-winning work nationally and internationally for big...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom MWH Treatment Full time

    MWH Treatment is seeking a Digital Delivery Strategist to lead digital transformation within our regional operations. This role will champion the integration of cutting-edge digital tools and workflows into our project delivery processes, driving efficiency and innovation across the region.Regional Leadership & Strategy: You will be instrumental in shaping...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom MWH Treatment Full time

    MWH Treatment is seeking a Digital Delivery Strategist to lead digital transformation within our regional operations. This role will champion the integration of cutting-edge digital tools and workflows into our project delivery processes, driving efficiency and innovation across the region.Regional Leadership & Strategy: You will be instrumental in shaping...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Realtime Recruitment Full time

    Position OverviewSales Growth StrategistIndustry: SaaS - Hybrid Work EnvironmentCompensation: Based on experience + Performance IncentivesBecome a part of one of Northern Ireland's leading homegrown SaaS companies, recognized for delivering a suite of innovative applications that serve millions of users globally. This role presents a remarkable opportunity...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Abacus Careers Full time

    About Abacus Careers:Are you an accomplished Senior Manager with extensive experience in change management and a keen interest in the legal sector? Abacus Careers is seeking a Senior Manager to enhance our dynamic team. Role Overview:Our diverse clientele is adopting a more sophisticated strategy in their selection of external legal counsel. Recognizing...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Abacus Careers Full time

    About Abacus Careers:Are you an accomplished Senior Manager with extensive experience in change management and a keen interest in the legal sector? Abacus Careers is seeking a Senior Manager to enhance our dynamic team. Role Overview:Our diverse clientele is adopting a more sophisticated strategy in their selection of external legal counsel. Recognizing...

  • Legal Support Lead

    3 months ago


    Belfast, United Kingdom Citi Full time

    **Are you looking for a career move that will put you at the heart of a global financial institution?** Then bring your skills in analysis, problem solving and communication to Citi’s Legal Team. By Joining Citi, you will become part of a global organisation whose mission is to serve as a trusted partner to our clients by responsibly providing financial...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Thales Full time

    Location: Belfast, United KingdomAt Thales, we design and implement solutions that provide operational superiority at critical moments throughout various missions. Our defence and military clients depend on us to deliver comprehensive defensive systems for land, sea, and air. Our platforms range from early warning systems to threat neutralization, covering...


  • Belfast, United Kingdom Thales Full time

    Location: Belfast, United KingdomAt Thales, we design and implement solutions that provide operational superiority at critical moments throughout various missions. Our defence and military clients depend on us to deliver comprehensive defensive systems for land, sea, and air. Our platforms range from early warning systems to threat neutralization, covering...