Procurement and Commercial Law Expert

2 weeks ago


Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom Forseven Full time
About the Role

Forseven, a pioneering company revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer specializing in Procurement and Commercial law to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in negotiating and implementing complex supplier contracts, providing strategic advice to sourcing teams, and managing legal aspects of procurement operations.

This role will operate in a hybrid capacity, offering a unique blend of remote and in-office work. The Legal team is newly created and still evolving, providing an opportunity for the successful candidate to become a permanent member of the team.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

Key Responsibilities
  • Negotiate and Implement Complex Contracts: Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies while negotiating and implementing complex production and non-production supplier contracts.
  • Strategic Advice and Process Management: Serve as a strategic advisor to the large sourcing team on process management, from supplier due diligence and nomination to contract implementation.
  • Procurement Operations and Contract Management: Develop and implement policies and processes to streamline procurement operations and ensure consistency and efficiency in contract management.
  • Buyer Training and Development: Lead buyer training sessions to enhance team capabilities and enable continuous improvement in procurement practices.
  • Contract Management Systems: Oversee contract management systems to ensure accurate documentation, tracking, and compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Supplier Risk Monitoring and Dispute Resolution: Provide legal advice to the business on supplier risk monitoring, including assessing and mitigating risks associated with supplier relationships, and facilitate dispute resolution processes between the company and suppliers.
Requirements
  • Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Law, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years' PQE qualified solicitor with experience in commercial contracts and procurement.
  • Industry Expertise: Experience of complex supply chain management in multiple jurisdictions, preferably in the automotive or technology sector.
  • Leadership and Management: Experience in leadership and management of others, with a proven track record of negotiating and drafting complex supplier contracts.
  • Procurement Knowledge: Strong understanding of procurement processes, including supplier due diligence, nomination, and contract management.
  • Contract Management Systems: Familiarity with contract management systems and tools.
About Forseven

At Forseven, we are a team of dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators, and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionizing the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.

We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.


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