Head of Legal Services

6 days ago

Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Focus Resourcing Group Full time
An excellent opportunity has arisen to work for our established client who are based in Reading as the Head of Legal Services.

Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap.

You will be accountable for the delivery and results of the in-house legal services as well as having oversight of the in-house procurement team.

Location: Reading , hybrid working availablewith a minimum of 2 days in the office Working Hours: Mon
- Fri, 9am
- 5.30pm Salary: will be depending on experience A generous benefits package is also on offer Your role as Head of Legal Services will be to: Provide management, training and development of the legal team ensuring an effective and motivated team Define and execute a service improvement road map with buy in from key stakeholders across the business to support the successful delivery of the business strategy To develop strong relationships between the Legal team and its customers (internally and externally) evidenced by positive feedback and full utilisation Prepare, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and documentation to assist and support various business activities, ensuring compliance with statutory and legal requirements To identify the need when to engage with external legal advisors on such matters as new commercial ventures, complex client negotiations and property leases and employment and contractor related issues Provide and interpret legal information, conduct training and disseminate appropriate legal advice to stakeholders as required ensuring it is understood Deal with miscellaneous ad-hoc legal queries as required Actively monitor developments in the market impacting the companies' services and develop value adding commercial relationships between the company and its client's legal services stakeholders Lead on the negotiation and execution of client and supplier contracts Ensure alignment between the companies' client and supplier contracts in terms of risk management Oversight of the businesses insurance portfolio and ensure that this is aligned to commercial risks and client requirements.

Experience and skills required for the Head of Legal Services: A service-oriented individual with previous experience of managing a legal team focussed on and driven by developing a small highly effective team of individuals Excellent relationship management and communication skills necessary for interaction with internal and external customers.

Knowledge of, and experience in contract negotiation, preparation and administration Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel A sound working knowledge in commercial contract law Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure to tight deadlines A qualified solicitor with a strong knowledge of contractual law For more information, please contact Julie Harding on 0118 956 7064 / ADZN1_UKTJ

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