Senior Legal Counsel

7 days ago

Yorkshire, United Kingdom The Stephen James Partnership Full time
Job Opportunity

Exciting In-House Role

We are seeking a highly skilled commercial solicitor with a strong background in digital law to join our team as a Senior Legal Counsel. As a key member of our in-house legal team, you will provide expert legal advice on commercial contracts, emerging technology risks, and regulatory change projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, focusing on technology and digital services.
  • Advising on emerging technology risks and developing contracting strategies.
  • Participating in AI programs and regulatory change projects, providing specialist advisory support.
  • Supported stakeholders with contract management, including vendor management, and resolved major incidents.
  • Collaborating with teams to enable new technologies and manage AI, cyber, and innovation risks.
  • Contributing to process improvements and implementing new tools for knowledge sharing and reporting.

Requirements

  • England and Wales Qualified lawyer with 6+ PQE, ideally within commercial law.
  • Strong background in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts in the digital space.
  • Experience within financial services or in-house advisory roles.
  • Exposure to cross-border, data privacy, and outsourcing matters is advantageous.
  • A proactive, forward-thinking professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to stay ahead of emerging technology trends.

What We Offer

  • Competitive six-figure base salary
  • Bonus
  • Hybrid policy (Candidate must be within commuting distance to Leeds)
  • Fantastic pension and other benefits

We are a globally recognized brand, and this is an excellent opportunity to join our team and take the next exciting step in your legal career.

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