Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel (EMEA, APAC) page is loaded## Legal Counsel (EMEA, APAC)locations: HYBRIDDo not pass up this chance, apply quickly if your experience and skills match what is in the following description.- UK: REMOTE- UKtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: ReqID 100028Equisoft is a global provider of digital solutions for insurance and investment, recognized by over 250 of the world's leading financial institutions.We offer a comprehensive ecosystem of scalable solutions that help our customers meet all the challenges brought about by this era of digital transformation, thanks to our business needs-driven approach, industry knowledge, cutting-edge technologies and experts.With its business-driven approach, in-depth industry knowledge, cutting-edge technologies and multicultural team of experts based in North America, the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia, Equisoft helps its customers meet the challenges of this era of digital transformation.With 950+ employees, we are a stable organization that offers career advancement and fosters a stimulant environment.If that’s not enough, then check out these other perks below:* Hiring Location: UK (Bath or London)* Internal job title: Legal Counsel* The position is hybrid between 2 days at the office and 3 days remote* Full-time Permanent Role* Benefits day 1: private medical insurance, life insurance, pension matched contribution, etc.* Flexible hours* Educational Support (LinkedIn Learning, LOMA Courses and Equisoft University)**Role:** The Legal Counsel reports to the Director, Legal Services & Corporate Secretary and works closely with another legal counsel.The incumbent will serve as the primary legal contract for our EMEA & APAC regions, with additional support for global corporate matters as needed.**Your Day with Equisoft:*** Serve as the main legal point of contact for all EMEA & APAC legal matters* Review and negotiate contracts, such as global NDAs, service agreements, licensing agreements, statements of work, procurement agreements, amendments, change requests, and renewals, for the EMEA & APAC region.* Negotiate and draft complex software licensing agreements, with particular focus on SaaS arrangements.* Lead contract negotiations for technology and financial services agreements subject to European Banking Authority (EBA) Guidelines and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) requirements* Ensure compliance with privacy laws in the UK* Collaborate with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones* Provide strategic legal guidance on regulatory compliance matters* Coordinate and manage corporate secretarial matters across EMEA & APAC jurisdictions, including liaising with local external counsel, overseeing entity compliance requirements, and ensuring timely completion of statutory filings and governance obligations.* Support global corporate legal matters as required**Requirements:****Technical*** England and Wales qualified lawyer with 3–7 years of relevant experience* Proven experience negotiating software licensing agreements, specifically SaaS agreements* Demonstrated experience negotiating agreements subject to European Banking Authority (EBA) Guidelines* Demonstrated experience negotiating agreements subject to the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)* Ability to work effectively across multiple jurisdictions and time zones* Experience working with cross-functional teams* Excellent knowledge of English (spoken and written)**Soft skills*** Strong sense of organization and prioritizing* Analytical and problem-solving skills* Ability to communicate, write and synthesize information* Ability to multi-task in a rapid-paced environment* Team spirit, tact, diplomacy, autonomy, rigor, and discipline**Nice to Haves:*** Financial services industry background strongly preferred* Understanding of fintech and financial technology frameworks* Experience in a major law firm* Experience with international regulatory complianceEquisoft is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.### Get in TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.What is EquisoftEquisoft is a global provider of advanced insurance and investment digital solutions, recognized as a valued partner by over 250 of the world’s leading financial institutions.We offer a complete ecosystem of end-to-end and scalable solutions that help our clients tackle any challenge in this era of digital disruption.Our business-driven approach, deep industry knowledge, innovative technology, and expert teams help our partners solve their biggest, most complex problems. xpwpeyx With are diverse andmulticultural team of experts based in North America, the Caribbean, Latin America,Europe,Africa, Asia and Australia,Equisofthelps its clients tackle any challenge in this era of digital disruption.#J-18808-Ljbffr