OverviewDirector - Legal Counsel

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Ryan . This is a pioneering role as the first lead lawyer responsible for managing the legal matters of a new subdivision (Commercial Real Estate) of the company in EAP. The position requires strong commercial contracting skills and experience. Embedded in the company’s newest UK business unit, this lawyer reports directly to the lead lawyer for the Europe/Asia-Pacific division (solid line), who in turn reports to the company’s chief legal officer and the company’s UK president (dotted line).

Responsibilities

Review, negotiate, and draft commercial contracts, including client engagement agreements and related documents e.g., MSA, client agreements, confidentiality agreements, nondisclosure agreements, and vendor agreements.

Advising internal clients and liaising with other third parties in the giving of commercial advice

Support on compliance matters in EAP, including GDPR

Meets response-time metrics established for the Legal Department.

Prepares template business contracts and forms.

Supports the drafting and review of select Firm policies and procedures, or compliance areas.

Supports corporate governance and legal entity recordkeeping needs.

Maintains collaborative rapport with local leadership on behalf of the global Legal Department

Performs other relevant tasks as requested!

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

Home Office Stipend

Business Connectivity Reimbursement (Phone/Internet)

Gym Membership or Equipment Reimbursement

LinkedIn Learning Subscription

Flexible Work Environment

Tuition Reimbursement After One Year of Service

Accelerated Career Path

Award-Winning Culture and Community Outreach

QualificationsEducation And Experience

Qualified as a Solicitor or Barrister in the UK or equivalent. Undergraduate degree required. Strong contract negotiation with varying degrees of independence is required.

Strong knowledge of commercial contracts and data protection is required. Eight years of experience is preferred, including an in-house Legal Department environment

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, LMS, WebEx, Outlook, and internet navigation/research.

Certificates And Licenses

Qualified lawyer – Solicitor or Barrister in the UK or equivalent.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job will not manage employees in the Legal Department.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

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