Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Legal Team is looking for an Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial to join the team to support supplier contracting activity with a focus on digital products and services. The role will involve reviewing, drafting and negotiating supplier legal contracts with the objective of managing the firm's risk exposure. The role will also support more senior lawyers in the team on complex contracts and legal issues where appropriate. Responsibilities Review, draft and negotiate supplier and reseller contracts (SaaS, professional services etc.): Ownership of less complex contracts or components of complex contracts, ensuring legal, commercial and regulatory risks are identified and mitigated or escalated as appropriate. Contract management: advise and support stakeholders with contract management activity, including variations, terminations and vendor management. Build relationships with key stakeholders: Become a trusted adviser to relevant stakeholders, in particular with the other Quality & Risk sub-teams, plus the firm's Digital business, IT and Procurement. Provide guidance and training: Keep the Legal Team's guidance and playbooks updated to contracting self-service. Provide guidance to Procurement on legal matters within their procurement categories. Improve efficiency: Identify opportunities to accelerate and/or improve the contracting process and seek innovative solutions to new problems. External Legal Counsel: Communicate effectively with external counsel, including providing instructions on matters that require external review, whilst managing timescales and fees. Projects: support the senior commercial lawyers in the delivery of strategic projects and initiatives. Knowledge: Keep abreast of the latest industry standards and regulations, share knowledge with the team. Requirements Essential: law degree; qualified to practice law in England and Wales or equivalent experience practising the laws of England and Wales; experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting commercial contracts and transactional documentation; working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact at a senior level; ability to prioritise and manage own workload; and good attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR), intellectual property law and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons The Quality and Risk Management Team (QRM) provides leadership, guidance, and tools to help partners and staff manage quality and risk matters. The team is comprised of an Advisory and Compliance Team, a Chief Information Security Office Team, an Economic Crime Team, a Legal Team including a Commercial & Contracts Team, plus the Quality Monitoring Team. The team works closely with the firm's Technical Standards Group, Ethics Team, and the firm's leadership. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Overview BDO's Legal Team is looking for an Associate Legal Counsel - Commercial to join the team to support supplier contracting activity with a focus on digital products and services. The role will involve reviewing, drafting and negotiating supplier legal contracts with the objective of managing the firm's risk exposure. The role will also support more senior lawyers in the team on complex contracts and legal issues where appropriate. Responsibilities Review, draft and negotiate supplier and reseller contracts (SaaS, professional services etc.): Ownership of less complex contracts or components of complex contracts, ensuring legal, commercial and regulatory risks are identified and mitigated or escalated as appropriate. Contract management: advise and support stakeholders with contract management activity, including variations, terminations and vendor management. Build relationships with key stakeholders: Become a trusted adviser to relevant stakeholders, in particular with the other Quality & Risk sub-teams, plus the firm's Digital business, IT and Procurement. Provide guidance and training: Keep the Legal Team's guidance and playbooks updated to contracting self-service. Provide guidance to Procurement on legal matters within their procurement categories. Improve efficiency: Identify opportunities to accelerate and/or improve the contracting process and seek innovative solutions to new problems. External Legal Counsel: Communicate effectively with external counsel, including providing instructions on matters that require external review, whilst managing timescales and fees. Projects: support the senior commercial lawyers in the delivery of strategic projects and initiatives. Knowledge: Keep abreast of the latest industry standards and regulations, share knowledge with the team. Requirements Essential: law degree; qualified to practice law in England and Wales or equivalent experience practising the laws of England and Wales; experience of advising on/negotiating/drafting commercial contracts and transactional documentation; working knowledge of commercial law; strong written and oral communication skills; ability to interact at a senior level; ability to prioritise and manage own workload; and good attention to detail. Desirable: experience of commercial contracting in a professional services firm and/or regulated business; understanding of data protection law (UK and EU GDPR), intellectual property law and experience delivering related legal advice; experience of technology contracting (SaaS, PaaS etc.). You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Job Description - Associate General Counsel - 12 month fixed term contract (M1D) Job Description Associate General Counsel - 12 month fixed term contract ( Job Number: M1D ) DISCOVER your opportunity Associate General Counsel - Litigation, UK & Lloyd's - 12 month Fixed Term Contract London, UK We are looking for a lawyer with extensive experience of insurance coverage litigation to join our small and collaborative Litigation, UK & Lloyd's team.The team provides legal advice regarding first and third-party coverage related matters spanning a wide range of property and casualty and specialty lines of business and plays a pivotal role in AXA XL's in-house claims counsel capabilities. It also assists the claims teams with day-to-day legal questions and management of litigation. As an Associate General Counsel - Litigation, UK & Lloyd's, you will provide a broad range of insurance law advice to claims handlers in respect of both contentious and non-contentious matters in a wide variety of jurisdictions. You will work on both pre-litigation and litigated claims, as well as managing coverage litigation together with the claims handling team. You will report directly to the Head of Litigation - UK & Lloyd's. You will be retained on a 12-month fixed term contract to commence from May 2024. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Developing comprehensive and high-quality coverage analyses, litigation and settlement strategies, keeping in mind both the particulars of each case as well as its impact on the entire book of claims and the business generally. Thinking strategically about and managing claims-related litigation. Outside of coverage and litigation advice, providing comprehensive general legal advice to the complex and multi-jurisdictional Claims organization of AXA XL, including regulatory and claims vendor contracting matters. Participating in the development of litigation management systems and processes in collaboration with other internal litigation units. Overseeing the selection and management of qualified, cost-effective outside counsel and other litigation vendors; managing, directing and actively partnering with outside counsel with respect to day-to-day file management, including the development and implementation of settlement, mediation, arbitration, or other dispute resolution strategies. Serving as a subject matter expert and resource to other units across our global insurance platform by providing comprehensive and timely legal advice and training to internal stakeholders including Claims. Reporting on significant case developments and litigation trends to senior management and other internal stakeholders; maintaining regular communication with internal clients and consulting on file strategy. Providing hands-on management for certain high-profile matters in addition to managing external counsel across a broad spectrum of claims-related litigation/arbitration matters. Focusing on individual and 'book of business' issues, including choice of law/venue and policy terms and conditions with a portfolio view of exposures and opportunities to change the law on appeal. You will work closely and collaboratively with the UK, US and Europe & Asia-Pac Claims teams. You will interact regularly with the Underwriting Legal and Policy Wordings teams to enhance the 'Underwriting and Claims feedback loop'. You will report to the Head of Litigation - UK & Lloyd's. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: • International coverage experience: track record of insurance coverage experience, including coverage litigation, arbitration and mediation gained at a top law firm. • Legal credentials: Degree with high academic achievement and solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales or UK barrister. • Preferred but not essential: Proficiency in another European language. • Preferred but not essential:property and casualty and financial lines insurance coverage litigation expertise. • Preferred but not essential: In-house experience with a specialty (re)insurer and experience of managing litigation inside and outside the UK. • Able to understand all facets of claims and apply that knowledge to the global claims organization to assist in moving the technical and strategic agenda forward. • Able to provide assistance with amending and drafting policy wordings from a legal perspective. • Research and Analysis: Possessing the knack for complete and comprehensive researching while being able to deliver crisp, targeted and on-point analysis in a fast-paced environment. • Strategic thinking: Visualize what doesn't exist and know how to get there. Can invent, design and build. Thought leader who is able to facilitate discussions and engage with subject matter experts. • Leadership skills: Demonstrate courage. Coach, train, set expectations, evaluate and hold people accountable for delivering results in a highly matrixed environment. Change agent who can influence others across the organization. • Drafting skills for both internal notes and external communications. • Overseeing e-discovery as and when required. • Cross Border Teamworking: ability to act independently as a number of the internal claims handler clients are based outside the UK. • Mental Agility: Innovative thinker, willing to turn ideas on their heads. Capable of handling highly complex financial data and situations. • Communication and negotiation: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, negotiation and presentation skills. Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of sophistication. • Passion for Results: Work tenaciously to achieve outstanding results. A bias for action. Set high standards for self and others. Act with a sense of urgency and prudence. FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. . click apply for full job details
May 05, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Associate General Counsel - 12 month fixed term contract (M1D) Job Description Associate General Counsel - 12 month fixed term contract ( Job Number: M1D ) DISCOVER your opportunity Associate General Counsel - Litigation, UK & Lloyd's - 12 month Fixed Term Contract London, UK We are looking for a lawyer with extensive experience of insurance coverage litigation to join our small and collaborative Litigation, UK & Lloyd's team.The team provides legal advice regarding first and third-party coverage related matters spanning a wide range of property and casualty and specialty lines of business and plays a pivotal role in AXA XL's in-house claims counsel capabilities. It also assists the claims teams with day-to-day legal questions and management of litigation. As an Associate General Counsel - Litigation, UK & Lloyd's, you will provide a broad range of insurance law advice to claims handlers in respect of both contentious and non-contentious matters in a wide variety of jurisdictions. You will work on both pre-litigation and litigated claims, as well as managing coverage litigation together with the claims handling team. You will report directly to the Head of Litigation - UK & Lloyd's. You will be retained on a 12-month fixed term contract to commence from May 2024. DISCOVER your opportunity What will your essential responsibilities include? Developing comprehensive and high-quality coverage analyses, litigation and settlement strategies, keeping in mind both the particulars of each case as well as its impact on the entire book of claims and the business generally. Thinking strategically about and managing claims-related litigation. Outside of coverage and litigation advice, providing comprehensive general legal advice to the complex and multi-jurisdictional Claims organization of AXA XL, including regulatory and claims vendor contracting matters. Participating in the development of litigation management systems and processes in collaboration with other internal litigation units. Overseeing the selection and management of qualified, cost-effective outside counsel and other litigation vendors; managing, directing and actively partnering with outside counsel with respect to day-to-day file management, including the development and implementation of settlement, mediation, arbitration, or other dispute resolution strategies. Serving as a subject matter expert and resource to other units across our global insurance platform by providing comprehensive and timely legal advice and training to internal stakeholders including Claims. Reporting on significant case developments and litigation trends to senior management and other internal stakeholders; maintaining regular communication with internal clients and consulting on file strategy. Providing hands-on management for certain high-profile matters in addition to managing external counsel across a broad spectrum of claims-related litigation/arbitration matters. Focusing on individual and 'book of business' issues, including choice of law/venue and policy terms and conditions with a portfolio view of exposures and opportunities to change the law on appeal. You will work closely and collaboratively with the UK, US and Europe & Asia-Pac Claims teams. You will interact regularly with the Underwriting Legal and Policy Wordings teams to enhance the 'Underwriting and Claims feedback loop'. You will report to the Head of Litigation - UK & Lloyd's. We're looking for someone who has these abilities and skills: • International coverage experience: track record of insurance coverage experience, including coverage litigation, arbitration and mediation gained at a top law firm. • Legal credentials: Degree with high academic achievement and solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales or UK barrister. • Preferred but not essential: Proficiency in another European language. • Preferred but not essential:property and casualty and financial lines insurance coverage litigation expertise. • Preferred but not essential: In-house experience with a specialty (re)insurer and experience of managing litigation inside and outside the UK. • Able to understand all facets of claims and apply that knowledge to the global claims organization to assist in moving the technical and strategic agenda forward. • Able to provide assistance with amending and drafting policy wordings from a legal perspective. • Research and Analysis: Possessing the knack for complete and comprehensive researching while being able to deliver crisp, targeted and on-point analysis in a fast-paced environment. • Strategic thinking: Visualize what doesn't exist and know how to get there. Can invent, design and build. Thought leader who is able to facilitate discussions and engage with subject matter experts. • Leadership skills: Demonstrate courage. Coach, train, set expectations, evaluate and hold people accountable for delivering results in a highly matrixed environment. Change agent who can influence others across the organization. • Drafting skills for both internal notes and external communications. • Overseeing e-discovery as and when required. • Cross Border Teamworking: ability to act independently as a number of the internal claims handler clients are based outside the UK. • Mental Agility: Innovative thinker, willing to turn ideas on their heads. Capable of handling highly complex financial data and situations. • Communication and negotiation: Excellent verbal and written communication, collaboration, negotiation and presentation skills. Able to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels of sophistication. • Passion for Results: Work tenaciously to achieve outstanding results. A bias for action. Set high standards for self and others. Act with a sense of urgency and prudence. FIND your future AXA XL, the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don't just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it. How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property, casualty, professional, financial lines and specialty. With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward. AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That's why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It's about helping one another - and our business - to move forward and succeed. Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements Enhanced family friendly leave benefits Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter At AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called "Roots of resilience", focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations. Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society - are essential to our future. We're committed to protecting and restoring nature - from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard - by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans. Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We're building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilizing to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions. Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We're training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting. AXA Hearts in Action : We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL's "Hearts in Action" programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day - the Global Day of Giving. . click apply for full job details
Are you curious, excited by experimentation and always looking for a better way of doing things? Do you want to keep learning and developing whilst getting hands-on experience working in the embedded payments space? Do you want to have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing legal team, where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of the overall business? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are looking to hire ambitious, and value-adding talent to join Modulr, the fastest growing payments business in the UK and Europe. As a dynamic and commercially minded lawyer, you will have the opportunity to join our in-house legal team, playing a pivotal role in supporting the rapid growth of our business across various legal aspects. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving organisation and become an instrumental member of our legal team. About us At Modulr our mission is to move money efficiently to power business productivity. We are building a new digital payments service to make money flow more efficiently through businesses and the economy. This is a new type of payments account that is built for businesses that need faster, easier, and more reliable ways to move money. Our flexible platform and innovate approach allow our customers to utilise our payments account instead of a traditional bank account. Our accounts come with a sort code and account number, access to payment systems (eg Faster Payments and Visa) and everything our customers need from a payments account. They can instantly open as many accounts as they need, automate how they make and receive payments as well as the reconciliation processes these create. All in real time, 24/7 through their own systems utilising our API that integrates into any platform. Our founding team has a wealth of experience in the payments industry and growing successful businesses. Modulr is backed by payments giants PayPal Ventures and FIS Ventures, as well as startup and scale up specialists Blenheim Chalcot, General Atlantic, Frog and Highland Europe which enables us to leverage their resources and expertise to drive our growth initiatives. These partnerships provide us with the necessary provisions to propel our business to new heights. Modulr values Building the extraordinary and going that extra mile Owning the opportunity, be passionate and proud of the time you invest Move at pace, reach your goals faster with us supporting you each step of the way Achieve it together, working as a team and being Modulite The role We're looking for a Legal Counsel , who has in-house experience . You w ill join a team of 4, including a Senior Legal Counsel, two other Legal Counse ls and a Paralegal , work alongside the wider legal team who are responsible for all legal matters affecting Modulr. This includes negotiating and agreeing client contracts, dealing with a wide range of supplier contracts including key banking relationships but also in technology, employment, marketing and property. You will also deal with a wide range of issues and projects on which to give advice and contribute to which provide a significant amount of variety to your day-to-day activities. Within the legal team you will have a key role to play within the business to ensure that Modulr contracts with counterparties efficiently and continues to grow while assessing and managing risk appropriately. The legal team is also responsible for continuing to build the legal function, making it scalable for the future, including the use of technology and tools, proper and adequate governance, templates, and processes ensuring that they're implemented and embedded in the organisation. Giving strategic and regulatory advice is also a requirement of the legal team. All legal advice and work is required to be given with particular regard to the commercial context, therefore the legal team works very closely with each business function. Each member of the legal team shares responsibility for work across the business, meaning that there is a wide variety of work with plenty of opportunity to focus on what particularly interests you. As Modulr continues to grow, there will be greater possibilities to get involved across the business on many projects, initiatives, and geographies, and you will have the opportunity to be a key influence on the wider business. Specific duties The successful Legal Counsel will be comfortable in making decisions, driving progress and change within the function . You will be a good fit if: You enjoy giving legal advice and applying your legal knowledge in a highly practical and commercial context. Have strong and effective communication and inter-personal skills. Be highly adaptable and open to a varied role. Comfortable discussing the commercial and practical aspects of business decisions as well as purely legal. Confident, dynamic, and approachable in order, for example, to sometimes give initial steers and advice on the spot. You care about protecting the business, whilst also supporting rapid growth. You are structured and organised, able to handle the competing pressures of immediate legal tasks and work alongside longer-term projects. You are comfortable working in a high paced environment, where time is critical, and things change frequently. About yo u The successful Legal Counsel will have a track-record in delivering results in a fast-moving business and hence be comfortable with change and ambiguity. You will have: Excellent stakeholder management experience, as it is essential to being a success in this role. Record of accomplishment in a sim ilar role eager to push and contribute to a scaling business. Sufficient post-qualification experience, circa 6 yrs. An optimistic outlook, can-do attitude and open personality that likes to have fun at work as well as getting the job done. Desire to work in the world of FinTech and be excited to being part of a fast-scaling business. In-house experience (within the payments industry is a huge plus ). What can Modulr offer you You'll be part of a cross disciplinary team(s), with co-workers located in Edinburgh, London, Amsterdam and/or India. We are friendly and sociable, challenging but rewarding. We want you to push yourself and for us to support you in your future as we scale up and grow. Our culture and values are putting you first and are about investing in your future. Share Options Incentive Scheme Company Bonus - the more successful we are together, the more company bonus we offer Flexible benefits - £1000 to spend on a variety of benefits for you to choose from which suit your lifestyle and needs Perkbox - enjoy freebies and discounts on many other products and services 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off - choose which days you take off to relax and/or spend time with loved ones Learning Opportunities - on joining Modulr you will embark on our 3-day onboarding programme, called ModStart, to be equipped with the Modulr know-how and arm you with the tools you need to be successful from day 1! But we don't want your learning to stop there so we will continue to provide you with the tools and capabilities through our learning channels, platforms and Buddy allocation to allow you to grow and develop in Modulr. Modulr All hands - join your colleagues for our company wide events throughout the year Great workspace - Modulr thrives on innovation which is best done through in-person collaboration. This approach enables us to work together closely, exchange ideas, and create innovative solutions that drive our success. We have state of the art offices located in WeWork in Edinburgh, ScaleSpace in London, and WeWork in Amsterdam. Bike to work scheme ModInclusion Webelieve that by seeing Modulr, and the world, from all sorts of angles, we can make life better for all. We want you to know that the things that make you, you - like your identity, age, ability, and background -are things that we will always celebrate and support with open arms. As such, we are keen to maximise the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from anyone and everyone.
May 05, 2024
Full time
Are you curious, excited by experimentation and always looking for a better way of doing things? Do you want to keep learning and developing whilst getting hands-on experience working in the embedded payments space? Do you want to have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing legal team, where you can make a significant impact and contribute to the success of the overall business? If so, we would love to hear from you! We are looking to hire ambitious, and value-adding talent to join Modulr, the fastest growing payments business in the UK and Europe. As a dynamic and commercially minded lawyer, you will have the opportunity to join our in-house legal team, playing a pivotal role in supporting the rapid growth of our business across various legal aspects. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a thriving organisation and become an instrumental member of our legal team. About us At Modulr our mission is to move money efficiently to power business productivity. We are building a new digital payments service to make money flow more efficiently through businesses and the economy. This is a new type of payments account that is built for businesses that need faster, easier, and more reliable ways to move money. Our flexible platform and innovate approach allow our customers to utilise our payments account instead of a traditional bank account. Our accounts come with a sort code and account number, access to payment systems (eg Faster Payments and Visa) and everything our customers need from a payments account. They can instantly open as many accounts as they need, automate how they make and receive payments as well as the reconciliation processes these create. All in real time, 24/7 through their own systems utilising our API that integrates into any platform. Our founding team has a wealth of experience in the payments industry and growing successful businesses. Modulr is backed by payments giants PayPal Ventures and FIS Ventures, as well as startup and scale up specialists Blenheim Chalcot, General Atlantic, Frog and Highland Europe which enables us to leverage their resources and expertise to drive our growth initiatives. These partnerships provide us with the necessary provisions to propel our business to new heights. Modulr values Building the extraordinary and going that extra mile Owning the opportunity, be passionate and proud of the time you invest Move at pace, reach your goals faster with us supporting you each step of the way Achieve it together, working as a team and being Modulite The role We're looking for a Legal Counsel , who has in-house experience . You w ill join a team of 4, including a Senior Legal Counsel, two other Legal Counse ls and a Paralegal , work alongside the wider legal team who are responsible for all legal matters affecting Modulr. This includes negotiating and agreeing client contracts, dealing with a wide range of supplier contracts including key banking relationships but also in technology, employment, marketing and property. You will also deal with a wide range of issues and projects on which to give advice and contribute to which provide a significant amount of variety to your day-to-day activities. Within the legal team you will have a key role to play within the business to ensure that Modulr contracts with counterparties efficiently and continues to grow while assessing and managing risk appropriately. The legal team is also responsible for continuing to build the legal function, making it scalable for the future, including the use of technology and tools, proper and adequate governance, templates, and processes ensuring that they're implemented and embedded in the organisation. Giving strategic and regulatory advice is also a requirement of the legal team. All legal advice and work is required to be given with particular regard to the commercial context, therefore the legal team works very closely with each business function. Each member of the legal team shares responsibility for work across the business, meaning that there is a wide variety of work with plenty of opportunity to focus on what particularly interests you. As Modulr continues to grow, there will be greater possibilities to get involved across the business on many projects, initiatives, and geographies, and you will have the opportunity to be a key influence on the wider business. Specific duties The successful Legal Counsel will be comfortable in making decisions, driving progress and change within the function . You will be a good fit if: You enjoy giving legal advice and applying your legal knowledge in a highly practical and commercial context. Have strong and effective communication and inter-personal skills. Be highly adaptable and open to a varied role. Comfortable discussing the commercial and practical aspects of business decisions as well as purely legal. Confident, dynamic, and approachable in order, for example, to sometimes give initial steers and advice on the spot. You care about protecting the business, whilst also supporting rapid growth. You are structured and organised, able to handle the competing pressures of immediate legal tasks and work alongside longer-term projects. You are comfortable working in a high paced environment, where time is critical, and things change frequently. About yo u The successful Legal Counsel will have a track-record in delivering results in a fast-moving business and hence be comfortable with change and ambiguity. You will have: Excellent stakeholder management experience, as it is essential to being a success in this role. Record of accomplishment in a sim ilar role eager to push and contribute to a scaling business. Sufficient post-qualification experience, circa 6 yrs. An optimistic outlook, can-do attitude and open personality that likes to have fun at work as well as getting the job done. Desire to work in the world of FinTech and be excited to being part of a fast-scaling business. In-house experience (within the payments industry is a huge plus ). What can Modulr offer you You'll be part of a cross disciplinary team(s), with co-workers located in Edinburgh, London, Amsterdam and/or India. We are friendly and sociable, challenging but rewarding. We want you to push yourself and for us to support you in your future as we scale up and grow. Our culture and values are putting you first and are about investing in your future. Share Options Incentive Scheme Company Bonus - the more successful we are together, the more company bonus we offer Flexible benefits - £1000 to spend on a variety of benefits for you to choose from which suit your lifestyle and needs Perkbox - enjoy freebies and discounts on many other products and services 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) + your birthday off - choose which days you take off to relax and/or spend time with loved ones Learning Opportunities - on joining Modulr you will embark on our 3-day onboarding programme, called ModStart, to be equipped with the Modulr know-how and arm you with the tools you need to be successful from day 1! But we don't want your learning to stop there so we will continue to provide you with the tools and capabilities through our learning channels, platforms and Buddy allocation to allow you to grow and develop in Modulr. Modulr All hands - join your colleagues for our company wide events throughout the year Great workspace - Modulr thrives on innovation which is best done through in-person collaboration. This approach enables us to work together closely, exchange ideas, and create innovative solutions that drive our success. We have state of the art offices located in WeWork in Edinburgh, ScaleSpace in London, and WeWork in Amsterdam. Bike to work scheme ModInclusion Webelieve that by seeing Modulr, and the world, from all sorts of angles, we can make life better for all. We want you to know that the things that make you, you - like your identity, age, ability, and background -are things that we will always celebrate and support with open arms. As such, we are keen to maximise the diversity of our workforce and actively encourage applications from anyone and everyone.
Senior Legal and Governance Officer Who are Acis Group? We began as a social landlord providing homes in West Lindsey. Now we provide over 7,000 affordable homes across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber. Our homes include ones for affordable rent, Shared Ownership, people aged 55 and over and supported housing - but now, we do so much more. We take our roles in our customer's lives seriously, putting them first in everything we do. And as part of that we've grown to provide wider services to truly support the communities in which we work.In addition, there are over 4,000 learners a year are supported in local communities stretching from Sheffield to Mablethorpe - with everything from entry level qualifications, arts and wellbeing courses through to employability support to help people fulfil their potential. This is through Riverside Training, our employment and skills team, and CLIP, an education provider.Your role is all about providing a legal and governance service for Acis by working closely with our colleagues. Being part of the Acis team, you'll get: Generous holiday entitlement - At least 25 days annual leave every year, plus bank holidays Enhanced pension contributions up to 10% The opportunity to undertake professional training, funded by us. Staff benefits with Paycare - A health and benefits scheme giving you support and contributions towards various health benefits such as counselling, eye tests, vaccinations and much more Benefits with Acis Perkz - a discount scheme giving you savings off hundreds of schemes including discounts on your coffee, weekly shop, days out and much more! Employee recognition scheme, where we celebrate and award our Stars within Acis, including gift vouchers Long service awards for our loyal employees Cycle to work scheme Enhanced sick pay scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity scheme to support you and your family Employee Assistance Programme to give you confidential advice and support, when you need it Professional membership subscription to support your continuous professional development Death in service benefit As a Senior Legal and Governance Officer, a typical day might include: Providing advice to our colleagues, and taking the lead on a number of routine ASB, tenancy management and any more complex rent arrears cases Leading on, and working closely with our colleagues on routine disrepair claims that have been issued against us, ensuring that we protect the Acis Group at all times Advising on and liaising with our colleagues as the lead for routine sundry debtor claims Providing support and collating our evidence, where necessary, for our insurers together with advising and assisting our colleagues with potential insurance claims that are, or might be made against us Providing legal advice and guidance to our colleagues as and when required on a variety of legal matters Providing advice, support and guidance to our Legal and Governance Officer on matters relative to their role, for example on Right to Buy/Acquire, Shared Ownership resales and staircasing, Boundary enquiries and land purchase requests Providing advice, support and guidance to our Legal and Governance Assistant on matters relative to their role Taking the lead with the legal aspect of our commercial portfolio, providing advice and guidance as necessary on things such as lease clauses, renewals and breaches Reviewing contract agreements prior to signing, or bidding, to ensure that the Acis Group can comply with the terms, or to negotiate terms as necessary, advising our colleagues on the terms and consequences as set out in the agreement Assisting with providing comprehensive responses to the Housing Ombudsman's enquiries Helping the team with getting Subject Access Requests responded to within the deadline Assisting the Head of Legal and Governance as required The must haves: A relevant legal qualification, or a great level of experience A great standard of education, with at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent) with one being English. The ability to find solutions in creative ways to a wide range of issues is one of your strengths Experience of working in the social housing sector Useful experience in a number of legal areas such as civil litigation, ASB possession proceedings, relevant court experience, disrepair, commercial property, and/or contract review for example The ability to prioritise your workload effectively, despite ever changing deadlines and goals A great eye for detail! You'll be adept at change and knowing how to bring your colleagues along for the experience Fabulous communication skills. You're happiest when you are working within a team environment as we all support each other but equally you will be able to work on your own without supervision. You must know how to keep the information that you hear from working in your role confidential. What will make you stand out from the crowd: You are either a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or a Solicitor with significant relevant experience As soon as a suitable candidate is found for this role we reserve the right to close the job advert ahead of the closing date, so please do not delay in submitting your application. Acis are committed to equality and diversity, are a proud member of disability confident and welcome applications from any applicant who feel they hold the essential skills to fulfil the role. We recognise that people need flexibility in their role and we're happy to discuss flexible working options with the successful candidateREF-
May 04, 2024
Full time
Senior Legal and Governance Officer Who are Acis Group? We began as a social landlord providing homes in West Lindsey. Now we provide over 7,000 affordable homes across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber. Our homes include ones for affordable rent, Shared Ownership, people aged 55 and over and supported housing - but now, we do so much more. We take our roles in our customer's lives seriously, putting them first in everything we do. And as part of that we've grown to provide wider services to truly support the communities in which we work.In addition, there are over 4,000 learners a year are supported in local communities stretching from Sheffield to Mablethorpe - with everything from entry level qualifications, arts and wellbeing courses through to employability support to help people fulfil their potential. This is through Riverside Training, our employment and skills team, and CLIP, an education provider.Your role is all about providing a legal and governance service for Acis by working closely with our colleagues. Being part of the Acis team, you'll get: Generous holiday entitlement - At least 25 days annual leave every year, plus bank holidays Enhanced pension contributions up to 10% The opportunity to undertake professional training, funded by us. Staff benefits with Paycare - A health and benefits scheme giving you support and contributions towards various health benefits such as counselling, eye tests, vaccinations and much more Benefits with Acis Perkz - a discount scheme giving you savings off hundreds of schemes including discounts on your coffee, weekly shop, days out and much more! Employee recognition scheme, where we celebrate and award our Stars within Acis, including gift vouchers Long service awards for our loyal employees Cycle to work scheme Enhanced sick pay scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity scheme to support you and your family Employee Assistance Programme to give you confidential advice and support, when you need it Professional membership subscription to support your continuous professional development Death in service benefit As a Senior Legal and Governance Officer, a typical day might include: Providing advice to our colleagues, and taking the lead on a number of routine ASB, tenancy management and any more complex rent arrears cases Leading on, and working closely with our colleagues on routine disrepair claims that have been issued against us, ensuring that we protect the Acis Group at all times Advising on and liaising with our colleagues as the lead for routine sundry debtor claims Providing support and collating our evidence, where necessary, for our insurers together with advising and assisting our colleagues with potential insurance claims that are, or might be made against us Providing legal advice and guidance to our colleagues as and when required on a variety of legal matters Providing advice, support and guidance to our Legal and Governance Officer on matters relative to their role, for example on Right to Buy/Acquire, Shared Ownership resales and staircasing, Boundary enquiries and land purchase requests Providing advice, support and guidance to our Legal and Governance Assistant on matters relative to their role Taking the lead with the legal aspect of our commercial portfolio, providing advice and guidance as necessary on things such as lease clauses, renewals and breaches Reviewing contract agreements prior to signing, or bidding, to ensure that the Acis Group can comply with the terms, or to negotiate terms as necessary, advising our colleagues on the terms and consequences as set out in the agreement Assisting with providing comprehensive responses to the Housing Ombudsman's enquiries Helping the team with getting Subject Access Requests responded to within the deadline Assisting the Head of Legal and Governance as required The must haves: A relevant legal qualification, or a great level of experience A great standard of education, with at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-C (or equivalent) with one being English. The ability to find solutions in creative ways to a wide range of issues is one of your strengths Experience of working in the social housing sector Useful experience in a number of legal areas such as civil litigation, ASB possession proceedings, relevant court experience, disrepair, commercial property, and/or contract review for example The ability to prioritise your workload effectively, despite ever changing deadlines and goals A great eye for detail! You'll be adept at change and knowing how to bring your colleagues along for the experience Fabulous communication skills. You're happiest when you are working within a team environment as we all support each other but equally you will be able to work on your own without supervision. You must know how to keep the information that you hear from working in your role confidential. What will make you stand out from the crowd: You are either a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives or a Solicitor with significant relevant experience As soon as a suitable candidate is found for this role we reserve the right to close the job advert ahead of the closing date, so please do not delay in submitting your application. Acis are committed to equality and diversity, are a proud member of disability confident and welcome applications from any applicant who feel they hold the essential skills to fulfil the role. We recognise that people need flexibility in their role and we're happy to discuss flexible working options with the successful candidateREF-
At Verto, we're passionate about helping businesses in Emerging markets reach the world. What first started life as a FX solution for trading Nigerian Naira has now become a market-leading platform, changing the way thousands of businesses transfer money in and out of Emerging Markets. We believe that where you do business shouldn't determine how successful you are, or your ability to scale. Millions of companies a day have to juggle long settlement periods, high transaction fees and issues accessing liquidity in order to trade with African businesses. We're on a mission to change this by creating equal access to easy payment and liquidity solutions that are already a given in developed markets. We're not alone in realising the opportunity and need to solve for emerging markets. We're backed by world-class investors including Y-Combinator, Quona and MEVP, power payments for some of the most disruptive start-ups in the world and have a list of accolades from leading publications including being voted 'Fintech Start Up of the Year' at Fintech Awards London 2022. Each year we process billions of dollars of payments and provide companies with solutions which help them to save money, automate processes and grow, but we're only just getting started . Verto is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. As Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive legal guidance and support across various aspects of our business operations. You will work closely with our executive team and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. As Legal Counsel at Verto, you'll report directly to our Head of Compliance & MLRO and consistently work collaboratively across various aspects of our business operations to ensure that Verto has a targeted approach to customer acquisition, building strategic partnerships and ensuring commercial bias in decision making. Success in this role requires someone comfortable working in a fast-paced environment to build strategy and execution plans as well as developing strong relationships both internally and with key partners. This role requires a forward-thinker who is able to balance being ruthlessly customer-focused with internal resources and external requirements. What you'll be doing 1. Legal Support: Assist in resolving legal disputes and responding to regulatory inquiries or investigations. Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, privacy, and data protection. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, with clients, vendors, and partners ensuring they accurately reflect the company's interests and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the fintech industry, assess their impact on the company, and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance. Collaborate with internal teams, including product development, finance, and compliance, to address legal issues and provide timely guidance on legal matters. Manage external legal counsel as needed, including selection, engagement, and oversight of their work to support the company's legal needs effectively. Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and maintaining corporate records. Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and provide proactive advice on legal risks and opportunities. Assist with the resolution of disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external counsel and other stakeholders to achieve favourable outcomes. 2. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure that our fintech products and services comply with applicable laws and regulations. Interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance matters. Conduct compliance assessments and audits to identify and address any gaps or deficiencies in our processes. 3.Policy Development: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance considerations into product development and business operations. Review and update existing policies to reflect changes in regulations or business practices. 4. Risk Management: Assess the legal and regulatory risks associated with new products, partnerships, and initiatives. Advise on risk mitigation strategies and assist in developing risk management frameworks. Conduct due diligence on third-party vendors and partners to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. 5. Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of compliance by promoting awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations throughout the organisation. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or JD) from an accredited institution. Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience practising law, with a focus on corporate or commercial law, with a focus in fintech or financial services industry. Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations including but not limited to financial services regulations, consumer protection laws, anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), and data privacy laws. Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive legal matters. Experience managing external legal counsel and other legal service providers is desirable.Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a fintech or technology-driven environment is a plus. Certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager) is desirable.
May 04, 2024
Full time
At Verto, we're passionate about helping businesses in Emerging markets reach the world. What first started life as a FX solution for trading Nigerian Naira has now become a market-leading platform, changing the way thousands of businesses transfer money in and out of Emerging Markets. We believe that where you do business shouldn't determine how successful you are, or your ability to scale. Millions of companies a day have to juggle long settlement periods, high transaction fees and issues accessing liquidity in order to trade with African businesses. We're on a mission to change this by creating equal access to easy payment and liquidity solutions that are already a given in developed markets. We're not alone in realising the opportunity and need to solve for emerging markets. We're backed by world-class investors including Y-Combinator, Quona and MEVP, power payments for some of the most disruptive start-ups in the world and have a list of accolades from leading publications including being voted 'Fintech Start Up of the Year' at Fintech Awards London 2022. Each year we process billions of dollars of payments and provide companies with solutions which help them to save money, automate processes and grow, but we're only just getting started . Verto is seeking a skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. As Legal Counsel, you will play a critical role in providing comprehensive legal guidance and support across various aspects of our business operations. You will work closely with our executive team and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, manage legal risks, and contribute to the achievement of our strategic objectives. As Legal Counsel at Verto, you'll report directly to our Head of Compliance & MLRO and consistently work collaboratively across various aspects of our business operations to ensure that Verto has a targeted approach to customer acquisition, building strategic partnerships and ensuring commercial bias in decision making. Success in this role requires someone comfortable working in a fast-paced environment to build strategy and execution plans as well as developing strong relationships both internally and with key partners. This role requires a forward-thinker who is able to balance being ruthlessly customer-focused with internal resources and external requirements. What you'll be doing 1. Legal Support: Assist in resolving legal disputes and responding to regulatory inquiries or investigations. Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on a wide range of matters, including commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, privacy, and data protection. Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, with clients, vendors, and partners ensuring they accurately reflect the company's interests and comply with relevant laws and regulations. Monitor changes in laws and regulations affecting the fintech industry, assess their impact on the company, and recommend appropriate actions to ensure compliance. Collaborate with internal teams, including product development, finance, and compliance, to address legal issues and provide timely guidance on legal matters. Manage external legal counsel as needed, including selection, engagement, and oversight of their work to support the company's legal needs effectively. Assist with corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and maintaining corporate records. Conduct legal research and analysis to support decision-making and provide proactive advice on legal risks and opportunities. Assist with the resolution of disputes and litigation matters, working closely with external counsel and other stakeholders to achieve favourable outcomes. 2. Regulatory Compliance: Stay abreast of changes in financial regulations and ensure that our fintech products and services comply with applicable laws and regulations. Interpret regulatory requirements and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on compliance matters. Conduct compliance assessments and audits to identify and address any gaps or deficiencies in our processes. 3.Policy Development: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance considerations into product development and business operations. Review and update existing policies to reflect changes in regulations or business practices. 4. Risk Management: Assess the legal and regulatory risks associated with new products, partnerships, and initiatives. Advise on risk mitigation strategies and assist in developing risk management frameworks. Conduct due diligence on third-party vendors and partners to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. 5. Training and Awareness: Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate employees on compliance policies, procedures, and best practices. Foster a culture of compliance by promoting awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations throughout the organisation. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB or JD) from an accredited institution. Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction is required. Minimum of 3 years of experience practising law, with a focus on corporate or commercial law, with a focus in fintech or financial services industry. Strong understanding of relevant laws and regulations including but not limited to financial services regulations, consumer protection laws, anti-money laundering (AML), know your customer (KYC), and data privacy laws. Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines effectively. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, discretion, and confidentiality in handling sensitive legal matters. Experience managing external legal counsel and other legal service providers is desirable.Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience working in a fintech or technology-driven environment is a plus. Certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager) is desirable.
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character. We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world? Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the European product wordings team. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, Product Wordings, Europe, and assist the wider product team in supporting BHSI teammates in Europe on a variety of Executive and Professional lines underwriting queries. This role will also require collaboration with the global Legal, Risk, Compliance and Governance teammates and directly with the business. More experienced candidates may be considered for a Senior Legal Counsel role. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist Underwriters to develop new insurance products in Executive and Professional Lines Amend insurance documentation in response to legal and regulatory change Draft, negotiate and amend policy wordings and related documentation (e.g. quotation documents and IPID) as required Lead negotiations regarding wordings with business partners and brokers Keep abreast of legal and regulatory developments and inform underwriters of these and arrange training as required Instruct external counsel as appropriate to provide advice on specialist topics Deliver training and coaching to underwriters and claims colleagues to improve wordings Keep up to date with regulatory developments and feed these into drafting and legal advice Respond to demands for legal support from underwriters and prioritise work in line with business objectives Maintain strong relationships and regular communication with stakeholders including underwriters, brokers and service providers to ensure effective communications. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 5 years' insurance wordings/coverage experience Technical insurance knowledge across one or more product lines including experience of international and multinational contracts Knowledge of insurance regulatory and licensing considerations General legal knowledge of topics such as GDPR and insurance distribution Understanding of the London and European company markets and the Lloyd's market Proficiency with SharePoint, Excel and Word Excellent communication, organisational, time management and project management skills Fluent English. Additional European language is desirable but not essential. BHSI Offers: A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organisation that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasises individual excellence in a team framework To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining why this would be the perfect role for you to NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
May 04, 2024
Full time
A strategic and trusted insurance partner, Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI), provides a broad range of commercial property, casualty and specialty insurance coverages and outstanding service to customers and brokers around the world. Part of Berkshire Hathaway's insurance operations, we bring our solutions to market with our stellar brand name, top-rated balance sheet, and the expertise of our global team of professionals, who exude excellent capabilities and strong character. We are a values-based organization where respect, integrity, excellence, collaboration, and passion define who we are and how we do business. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, and perspectives and strive to foster an inclusive environment that enables all our team members to bring their best selves to work. We are one team committed to building a culture where every teammate has the opportunity to contribute and be recognized. Want to be part of the team building the finest property, casualty and specialty lines insurance company in the world? Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance (BHSI) has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the European product wordings team. This role will report to the Chief Counsel, Product Wordings, Europe, and assist the wider product team in supporting BHSI teammates in Europe on a variety of Executive and Professional lines underwriting queries. This role will also require collaboration with the global Legal, Risk, Compliance and Governance teammates and directly with the business. More experienced candidates may be considered for a Senior Legal Counsel role. Duties & Responsibilities: Assist Underwriters to develop new insurance products in Executive and Professional Lines Amend insurance documentation in response to legal and regulatory change Draft, negotiate and amend policy wordings and related documentation (e.g. quotation documents and IPID) as required Lead negotiations regarding wordings with business partners and brokers Keep abreast of legal and regulatory developments and inform underwriters of these and arrange training as required Instruct external counsel as appropriate to provide advice on specialist topics Deliver training and coaching to underwriters and claims colleagues to improve wordings Keep up to date with regulatory developments and feed these into drafting and legal advice Respond to demands for legal support from underwriters and prioritise work in line with business objectives Maintain strong relationships and regular communication with stakeholders including underwriters, brokers and service providers to ensure effective communications. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 5 years' insurance wordings/coverage experience Technical insurance knowledge across one or more product lines including experience of international and multinational contracts Knowledge of insurance regulatory and licensing considerations General legal knowledge of topics such as GDPR and insurance distribution Understanding of the London and European company markets and the Lloyd's market Proficiency with SharePoint, Excel and Word Excellent communication, organisational, time management and project management skills Fluent English. Additional European language is desirable but not essential. BHSI Offers: A competitive package and exciting growth opportunities for career-oriented teammates A dynamic, action oriented, and thoughtful environment centered on always doing the right thing for our customers, teammates and our other stakeholders A purposely non-bureaucratic organisation that embraces simplicity over complexity and emphasises individual excellence in a team framework To apply, please submit your CV with a cover letter outlining why this would be the perfect role for you to NOTE: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team Member may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
Elevate your legal career amidst the dynamic landscape of the City of London with a prestigious international law firm. As a Property Litigation Associate with 2-4 years post-qualification experience, immerse yourself in a challenging and diverse range of real estate disputes, where your expertise will be instrumental in shaping outcomes for high-profile clients. This role promises a stimulating environment where the complexity of cases will hone your litigation skills to a fine edge. Engage with a spectrum of landlord and tenant asset management matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, and dilapidation claims. Your legal acumen will be crucial in navigating the intricacies of forfeiture and possession actions. The firm's London team, renowned for their expertise in building safety, rights of light, telecoms, and joint venture disputes, offers a collaborative atmosphere where knowledge is shared, and innovation is encouraged. As part of this larger team, contribute to complex, high-value litigation, arbitrations, and mediations, ensuring that clients receive robust and strategic representation. In this role, anticipate a focus on advising clients proactively on risk management and, increasingly, on crisis management. The firm values forward-thinking individuals who can anticipate the needs of clients and offer preventative counsel. Moreover, the firm actively supports the professional growth of its associates. Those with a flair for leadership and business development will find themselves at home here. Associates are strongly encouraged to engage directly with clients at networking events and to contribute to the firm's growth by providing training. This is a chance to build a personal brand within the legal community and to play a pivotal role in the firm's expansion. Candidates must possess exceptional communication skills, a sharp analytical mind, and a commitment to delivering excellence in client service. A proactive approach to business development and a willingness to take on responsibility are essential. In return, expect a competitive remuneration package, a supportive work environment, and the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the legal field. For more information or to make an application, please contact Gishan Abeyratne at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Elevate your legal career amidst the dynamic landscape of the City of London with a prestigious international law firm. As a Property Litigation Associate with 2-4 years post-qualification experience, immerse yourself in a challenging and diverse range of real estate disputes, where your expertise will be instrumental in shaping outcomes for high-profile clients. This role promises a stimulating environment where the complexity of cases will hone your litigation skills to a fine edge. Engage with a spectrum of landlord and tenant asset management matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, and dilapidation claims. Your legal acumen will be crucial in navigating the intricacies of forfeiture and possession actions. The firm's London team, renowned for their expertise in building safety, rights of light, telecoms, and joint venture disputes, offers a collaborative atmosphere where knowledge is shared, and innovation is encouraged. As part of this larger team, contribute to complex, high-value litigation, arbitrations, and mediations, ensuring that clients receive robust and strategic representation. In this role, anticipate a focus on advising clients proactively on risk management and, increasingly, on crisis management. The firm values forward-thinking individuals who can anticipate the needs of clients and offer preventative counsel. Moreover, the firm actively supports the professional growth of its associates. Those with a flair for leadership and business development will find themselves at home here. Associates are strongly encouraged to engage directly with clients at networking events and to contribute to the firm's growth by providing training. This is a chance to build a personal brand within the legal community and to play a pivotal role in the firm's expansion. Candidates must possess exceptional communication skills, a sharp analytical mind, and a commitment to delivering excellence in client service. A proactive approach to business development and a willingness to take on responsibility are essential. In return, expect a competitive remuneration package, a supportive work environment, and the chance to work with some of the brightest minds in the legal field. For more information or to make an application, please contact Gishan Abeyratne at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.
Company Overview At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields - from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks. Job Overview Jensen Hughes is seeking an ambitious, results-oriented, self-starter with a positive attitude and a collaborative mentality to join our legal team as a Assistant Corporate Counsel . The role reports to our US General Counsel and is a highly visible position with the opportunity to grow and develop global business strategies while providing high-quality legal support to our engineers, consultants and analysts that serve our clients in making our world safe, secure and resilient. This position is located in the UK - hybrid working available. The post holder will be responsible for corporate legal matters for Europe and Middle East regions. Responsibilities Draft, review and negotiate various commercial contracts with clients, vendors, and business partners, including master services agreements, RFP responses, commercial leases and vendor agreements. Assist with general transaction work involving intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and privacy matters. Support the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures within the Legal department infrastructure. Support corporate governance matters including drafting board meeting minutes and resolutions for Jensen Hughes subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. Support human resource business partners and operations leaders by providing general legal advice on various employment law matters and immigration, including assessing legal risks and opportunities. Support global claims management matters. Research and provide legal updates on industry-related legislation in all applicable jurisdictions. Manage outside counsel on matters as needed. Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel. Requirements and Qualifications 5 years of general practice experience as an attorney with a law firm or in-house counsel generalist role. Employment, immigration and/or corporate transactional experience preferred. Experience of Europe and Middle East regions Ideally the candidate will speak additional European language and/or Arabic Excellent legal research and writing skills Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to nonlegal partners up and down the corporate chain Strong problem solving skills, project management and business acumen Ability to work well under pressure Ability to work with minimal supervision, function autonomously and take initiative. Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work across domestic and global time zones. Experience in a Building Construction or Professional Services Industry highly regarded.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Company Overview At Jensen Hughes, we lead with our Purpose + Principles and value our people. Across our global partnership of experts, clients, and communities, we are recognized worldwide for our leadership in fire protection engineering, a legacy of responsibility we have advanced with pride since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related risk management fields - from accessibility consulting, risk and hazard analysis, process safety and forensic investigations to security risk consulting, emergency management and digital innovation. As we champion best practices, set industry standards and support communities with innovative solutions, we are making the world a better place. We believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth fundamentally includes a sustained commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At Jensen Hughes, diversity is ingrained in our culture we accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Our differences and uniqueness are celebrated and reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks. Job Overview Jensen Hughes is seeking an ambitious, results-oriented, self-starter with a positive attitude and a collaborative mentality to join our legal team as a Assistant Corporate Counsel . The role reports to our US General Counsel and is a highly visible position with the opportunity to grow and develop global business strategies while providing high-quality legal support to our engineers, consultants and analysts that serve our clients in making our world safe, secure and resilient. This position is located in the UK - hybrid working available. The post holder will be responsible for corporate legal matters for Europe and Middle East regions. Responsibilities Draft, review and negotiate various commercial contracts with clients, vendors, and business partners, including master services agreements, RFP responses, commercial leases and vendor agreements. Assist with general transaction work involving intellectual property, mergers & acquisitions, compliance, and privacy matters. Support the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures within the Legal department infrastructure. Support corporate governance matters including drafting board meeting minutes and resolutions for Jensen Hughes subsidiaries and affiliates worldwide. Support human resource business partners and operations leaders by providing general legal advice on various employment law matters and immigration, including assessing legal risks and opportunities. Support global claims management matters. Research and provide legal updates on industry-related legislation in all applicable jurisdictions. Manage outside counsel on matters as needed. Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel. Requirements and Qualifications 5 years of general practice experience as an attorney with a law firm or in-house counsel generalist role. Employment, immigration and/or corporate transactional experience preferred. Experience of Europe and Middle East regions Ideally the candidate will speak additional European language and/or Arabic Excellent legal research and writing skills Ability to communicate complex legal concepts to nonlegal partners up and down the corporate chain Strong problem solving skills, project management and business acumen Ability to work well under pressure Ability to work with minimal supervision, function autonomously and take initiative. Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change in a fast-paced environment. Ability to work across domestic and global time zones. Experience in a Building Construction or Professional Services Industry highly regarded.
Part Time Legal Counsel Permanent & Part Time c.22.5 Hours Per Week Hybrid Working: Bath / Wiltshire / Home Up to c. 55,000 pro rata Are you a qualified Solicitor or Contracts Manager interested in a part time in house role? Do you have commercial awareness and the ability to make sound judgements on contract issues? Our client is a well established and privately owned business and they are now looking to recruit an experienced Legal Counsel to join them on a part time basis. This opportunity comes with an independent workload plus the requirement for day-to-day support to the Head of Legal / Company Secretary. The role offers hybrid working covering their sites in Bath and Wiltshire as well as working from home. Duties will include;- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts including customer and supplier agreements, terms and conditions, long term agreements and non-disclosure agreements. Supporting the sales and purchase teams on tenders, contract negotiations and contract management. Advising on potential disputes. Involvement in a variety of other legal areas including property/lease matters, trusts and environment queries. Assisting on the development of company precedents and policies. Support to company secretarial function. Assistance with draft Board and Management agendas. Candidate Specification;- Qualified Solicitor or Contracts Manager. Experience of UK export control and licensing issues a great advantage but not essential. Commutable from Bristol / Bath / Surrounds. If you have the necessary experience and qualifications, then please do not hesitate to apply for this exciting new role.
May 04, 2024
Full time
Part Time Legal Counsel Permanent & Part Time c.22.5 Hours Per Week Hybrid Working: Bath / Wiltshire / Home Up to c. 55,000 pro rata Are you a qualified Solicitor or Contracts Manager interested in a part time in house role? Do you have commercial awareness and the ability to make sound judgements on contract issues? Our client is a well established and privately owned business and they are now looking to recruit an experienced Legal Counsel to join them on a part time basis. This opportunity comes with an independent workload plus the requirement for day-to-day support to the Head of Legal / Company Secretary. The role offers hybrid working covering their sites in Bath and Wiltshire as well as working from home. Duties will include;- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts including customer and supplier agreements, terms and conditions, long term agreements and non-disclosure agreements. Supporting the sales and purchase teams on tenders, contract negotiations and contract management. Advising on potential disputes. Involvement in a variety of other legal areas including property/lease matters, trusts and environment queries. Assisting on the development of company precedents and policies. Support to company secretarial function. Assistance with draft Board and Management agendas. Candidate Specification;- Qualified Solicitor or Contracts Manager. Experience of UK export control and licensing issues a great advantage but not essential. Commutable from Bristol / Bath / Surrounds. If you have the necessary experience and qualifications, then please do not hesitate to apply for this exciting new role.
Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI- Hybrid page is loaded Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI- Hybrid Apply remote type Hybrid locations Mumbai Maharashtra India time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id Whether you're at the start of your career or looking to discover your next adventure, your story begins here. At Citi , you'll have the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference at one of the world's most global banks. We're fully committed to supporting your growth and development from the start with extensive on-the-job training and exposure to senior leaders, as well as more traditional learning. You'll also have the chance to give back and make a positive impact where we live ad work through volunteerism. Shape your Career with Citi Citi's Global Legal Affairs and Compliance (GLAC) empowers and protects Citi by providing legal, compliance, investigative, and security services to our firm. We manage compliance risk, provide legal analysis and advice, protect Citi's people and businesses, advocate for legal and regulatory outcomes that benefit our firm and our clients, and ultimately promote behavior that is consistent with Citi's mission and culture TWCS Legal is a global team of lawyers, based in six centers around the world, that provides product legal advisory to the TWCS Services business across all clusters. TWCS Services is a division of Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS), which together with Securities Services (SS), comprise Citi's Services business. Both TTS and SS have been performing well, generating strong revenue growth over the past several quarters. The Services business is core to delivering Citi's long-term strategy by continuing to focus on client experience and excellence. TWCS Services offerings fall under the following product pillars: Core Trade, Supply Chain Management, Trade Loans, and Export Agency Financing, with sub-products under each pillar. We're currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 (Internal Job Title: Vice President C13 ) based in Mumbai, India. Being part of our team means that we'll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future. For instance: Citi provides programs and services for your physical and mental well-being including access to telehealth options, health advocates, confidential counseling and more. Coverage varies by country. We believe all parents deserve time to adjust to parenthood and bond with the newest members of their families. That's why in early 2020 we began rolling out our expanded Paid Parental Leave Policy to include Citi employees around the world. We empower our employees to manage their financial well-being and help them plan for the future. Citi provides access to an array of learning and development resources to help broaden and deepen your skills and knowledge as your career progresses. We have a variety of programs that help employees balance their work and life, including generous paid time off packages. In this role, you're expected to: The candidate will provide legal support to the Trade and Working Capital Solutions (TWCS)Services business in the Asia clusters, both at the cluster and country level, where applicable. Responsibilities: Providing product legal advice to the TWCS' stakeholders and colleagues, both at the cluster and country level, which includes advice on the legal and franchise issues, risks, and mitigants in respect of TWCS Services product offerings, and in particular, EAF transactions; Facilitating the identification and discussion of any deviations from the standard TWCS documentation, product parameters, and Citi standards and other material legal or franchise issues, in consultation with relevant stakeholders; Drafting and/or reviewing complex product legal documentation for Asia clusters, and handling negotiations; Working closely with Compliance, Risk, and other control functions with respect to advisory and documentation issues; Advising on changes in law and regulations relevant to the Services business across key countries in the Asia clusters; and Initiating and driving global TWCS documentation projects, including the development of new internal standard form templates Knowledge/Experience: A minimum of 7-9 years of legal experience in contract drafting and negotiation Relevant experience in a law firm or banking or financial institution Financial regulatory experience is an advantage Knowledge of laws with respect to data privacy and intellectual property is a significant plus. Fluency in English. Skills: A skilled counsel and negotiator who can proactively work with a wide range of colleagues in both business and support roles; able to respond to a broad range of needs and develop business friendly solutions to requirements while balancing compliance with multiple legal, regulatory and internal policy requirements. Qualifications: Compulsory: (1) B.A.LL.B (Hons.) or equivalent qualification from an accredited national university in India or elsewhere. (2) Admitted to practice law in India or other common law jurisdiction. Preferred: Masters' degree in law from a well-regarded university in India or the US, UK, Australia Competencies Effective communication abilities Ability to manage a significant portfolio of concurrent client negotiations and other matters Responsiveness, diligence, attention to detail Ability to work in a team; adaptability Adept at building consensus among internal stakeholders, including across product, region, legal, risk, other. Ability to drive results, delivering concrete output on or ahead of schedule. Job Family Group: Legal Job Family: Legal - Product Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the "EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting Similar Jobs (1) Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI locations Mumbai Maharashtra India time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago Click here to learn more about careers at Citi.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI- Hybrid page is loaded Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI- Hybrid Apply remote type Hybrid locations Mumbai Maharashtra India time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id Whether you're at the start of your career or looking to discover your next adventure, your story begins here. At Citi , you'll have the opportunity to expand your skills and make a difference at one of the world's most global banks. We're fully committed to supporting your growth and development from the start with extensive on-the-job training and exposure to senior leaders, as well as more traditional learning. You'll also have the chance to give back and make a positive impact where we live ad work through volunteerism. Shape your Career with Citi Citi's Global Legal Affairs and Compliance (GLAC) empowers and protects Citi by providing legal, compliance, investigative, and security services to our firm. We manage compliance risk, provide legal analysis and advice, protect Citi's people and businesses, advocate for legal and regulatory outcomes that benefit our firm and our clients, and ultimately promote behavior that is consistent with Citi's mission and culture TWCS Legal is a global team of lawyers, based in six centers around the world, that provides product legal advisory to the TWCS Services business across all clusters. TWCS Services is a division of Treasury and Trade Solutions (TTS), which together with Securities Services (SS), comprise Citi's Services business. Both TTS and SS have been performing well, generating strong revenue growth over the past several quarters. The Services business is core to delivering Citi's long-term strategy by continuing to focus on client experience and excellence. TWCS Services offerings fall under the following product pillars: Core Trade, Supply Chain Management, Trade Loans, and Export Agency Financing, with sub-products under each pillar. We're currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 (Internal Job Title: Vice President C13 ) based in Mumbai, India. Being part of our team means that we'll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decision and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future. For instance: Citi provides programs and services for your physical and mental well-being including access to telehealth options, health advocates, confidential counseling and more. Coverage varies by country. We believe all parents deserve time to adjust to parenthood and bond with the newest members of their families. That's why in early 2020 we began rolling out our expanded Paid Parental Leave Policy to include Citi employees around the world. We empower our employees to manage their financial well-being and help them plan for the future. Citi provides access to an array of learning and development resources to help broaden and deepen your skills and knowledge as your career progresses. We have a variety of programs that help employees balance their work and life, including generous paid time off packages. In this role, you're expected to: The candidate will provide legal support to the Trade and Working Capital Solutions (TWCS)Services business in the Asia clusters, both at the cluster and country level, where applicable. Responsibilities: Providing product legal advice to the TWCS' stakeholders and colleagues, both at the cluster and country level, which includes advice on the legal and franchise issues, risks, and mitigants in respect of TWCS Services product offerings, and in particular, EAF transactions; Facilitating the identification and discussion of any deviations from the standard TWCS documentation, product parameters, and Citi standards and other material legal or franchise issues, in consultation with relevant stakeholders; Drafting and/or reviewing complex product legal documentation for Asia clusters, and handling negotiations; Working closely with Compliance, Risk, and other control functions with respect to advisory and documentation issues; Advising on changes in law and regulations relevant to the Services business across key countries in the Asia clusters; and Initiating and driving global TWCS documentation projects, including the development of new internal standard form templates Knowledge/Experience: A minimum of 7-9 years of legal experience in contract drafting and negotiation Relevant experience in a law firm or banking or financial institution Financial regulatory experience is an advantage Knowledge of laws with respect to data privacy and intellectual property is a significant plus. Fluency in English. Skills: A skilled counsel and negotiator who can proactively work with a wide range of colleagues in both business and support roles; able to respond to a broad range of needs and develop business friendly solutions to requirements while balancing compliance with multiple legal, regulatory and internal policy requirements. Qualifications: Compulsory: (1) B.A.LL.B (Hons.) or equivalent qualification from an accredited national university in India or elsewhere. (2) Admitted to practice law in India or other common law jurisdiction. Preferred: Masters' degree in law from a well-regarded university in India or the US, UK, Australia Competencies Effective communication abilities Ability to manage a significant portfolio of concurrent client negotiations and other matters Responsiveness, diligence, attention to detail Ability to work in a team; adaptability Adept at building consensus among internal stakeholders, including across product, region, legal, risk, other. Ability to drive results, delivering concrete output on or ahead of schedule. Job Family Group: Legal Job Family: Legal - Product Time Type: Full time Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Citigroup Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Citi") invite all qualified interested applicants to apply for career opportunities. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi . View the "EEO is the Law " poster. View the EEO is the Law Supplement . View the EEO Policy Statement . View the Pay Transparency Posting Similar Jobs (1) Lead Counsel 2 - Product - C13 - MUMBAI locations Mumbai Maharashtra India time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago Click here to learn more about careers at Citi.
Job Description - Associate: Technology Litigation () Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Position Summary We are currently seeking a skilled and highly qualified associate with 2 to 4 years of experience to join our Commercial Litigation team dedicated to the representation of technology companies facing disputes internationally. As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to help provide full-service support to technology companies on regulatory, litigation, compliance, and criminal matters throughout the world as well as serve in a product advisory role. Combining a keen eye for detail with an ability to see the bigger picture, you should be adept at distilling complex information into clear, insightful analyses that inform and strengthen your client's position. Strong organisational and time management skills will also be significant assets, enabling you to manage multiple workstreams and produce exceptional work to tight deadlines. In addition to outstanding academic credentials, you should demonstrate excellent legal knowledge, with a strong intellectual curiosity to keep learning and the drive to tackle challenges that come with working in a global law firm. Personable and co-operative, you should enjoy working as part of a team, and be adept at building strong professional relationships. Good communication skills and a client-service mindset will be a significant asset. Ready for the challenges of joining a global law firm, you should be excited by our work, a competitive salary and benefits package, passionate about service delivery, and driven by a desire to maximize your talent. Our Practice Area We represent clients in all stages of domestic and international litigation, before trial, appellate, regulatory and alternative dispute resolution tribunals across the world. Renowned for the global breadth and local depth of our experience in this field, we are trusted advisors to the world's leading technology companies. As well as guiding clients through their most complex and significant litigation challenges, we also help them steer clear of disputes, by developing and implementing risk management and compliance measures. Uniquely positioned with our eyes and ears on the ground throughout the world, we act as a global partnership with the client, providing strategic legal and policy advice, with a keen ability to anticipate and solve future issues in the quickly evolving technology space. In this capacity, we have successfully handled cutting-edge issues involving: online safety, hosting provider and intermediary liability and data protection, e-commerce, digital media, as well as issues involving the challenges to terms of service, foreign and domestic contracts, privacy, defamation, free speech, safety of minors on the internet, global law enforcement and security, trademark, copyright infringement, and anti-spamming laws. The work can be demanding, but is always rewarding - offering excellent opportunities for learning and development. We foster a collegial working environment where partners are friendly and accessible, and colleagues always supportive and open to questions. Your professional development will also be enhanced by regular interaction with colleagues across the Firm's global network, with specialist knowledge of such practice areas as Antitrust/Competition, International Arbitration, Intellectual Property and ESG. Tasks and Responsibilities Develop litigation strategy for matters in the UK and throughout the globe - ranging from data protection, defamation, IP infringement, consumer protection, contract and other disputes - and oversee on-the-ground counsel, where required, to implement strategy Guide clients through regulatory engagement with, and investigations by, OFCOM, the European Commission, and consumer protection and other international agencies Advise clients on risk assessments associated with newly developed products, policies and business structures Research and present global analysis of laws impacting social media and other technology companies, including intermediary liability, hate speech, defamation, etc. Review and advise on proposed legislation and regulations across the world Qualifications 2-4 years' experience of Commercial Litigation and/or regulatory experience, gained wholly or in part in private practice. Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker Demonstrable interest in internet and tech law Commercial and business awareness Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects. Client service focus Team player Strong judgement Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative. Location and Reporting This is a London-based role. White & Case is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you. Note to recruitment agencies: Our internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment processes. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business, which are office specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the London Recruitment team. When engaging with agencies, we are supported by our preferred suppliers. The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Primary Location Primary Location : United Kingdom-London Expected Workplace : Hybrid Job Posting Job Posting : Apr 19, 2024, 11:30:09 AM Refer a friend for this job Refer a friend for this job Tell us about a friend who might be interested in this job. All privacy rights will be protected. Refer a friend Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Associate: Technology Litigation () Firm Summary White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be. With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work. It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people. Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages. Position Summary We are currently seeking a skilled and highly qualified associate with 2 to 4 years of experience to join our Commercial Litigation team dedicated to the representation of technology companies facing disputes internationally. As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to help provide full-service support to technology companies on regulatory, litigation, compliance, and criminal matters throughout the world as well as serve in a product advisory role. Combining a keen eye for detail with an ability to see the bigger picture, you should be adept at distilling complex information into clear, insightful analyses that inform and strengthen your client's position. Strong organisational and time management skills will also be significant assets, enabling you to manage multiple workstreams and produce exceptional work to tight deadlines. In addition to outstanding academic credentials, you should demonstrate excellent legal knowledge, with a strong intellectual curiosity to keep learning and the drive to tackle challenges that come with working in a global law firm. Personable and co-operative, you should enjoy working as part of a team, and be adept at building strong professional relationships. Good communication skills and a client-service mindset will be a significant asset. Ready for the challenges of joining a global law firm, you should be excited by our work, a competitive salary and benefits package, passionate about service delivery, and driven by a desire to maximize your talent. Our Practice Area We represent clients in all stages of domestic and international litigation, before trial, appellate, regulatory and alternative dispute resolution tribunals across the world. Renowned for the global breadth and local depth of our experience in this field, we are trusted advisors to the world's leading technology companies. As well as guiding clients through their most complex and significant litigation challenges, we also help them steer clear of disputes, by developing and implementing risk management and compliance measures. Uniquely positioned with our eyes and ears on the ground throughout the world, we act as a global partnership with the client, providing strategic legal and policy advice, with a keen ability to anticipate and solve future issues in the quickly evolving technology space. In this capacity, we have successfully handled cutting-edge issues involving: online safety, hosting provider and intermediary liability and data protection, e-commerce, digital media, as well as issues involving the challenges to terms of service, foreign and domestic contracts, privacy, defamation, free speech, safety of minors on the internet, global law enforcement and security, trademark, copyright infringement, and anti-spamming laws. The work can be demanding, but is always rewarding - offering excellent opportunities for learning and development. We foster a collegial working environment where partners are friendly and accessible, and colleagues always supportive and open to questions. Your professional development will also be enhanced by regular interaction with colleagues across the Firm's global network, with specialist knowledge of such practice areas as Antitrust/Competition, International Arbitration, Intellectual Property and ESG. Tasks and Responsibilities Develop litigation strategy for matters in the UK and throughout the globe - ranging from data protection, defamation, IP infringement, consumer protection, contract and other disputes - and oversee on-the-ground counsel, where required, to implement strategy Guide clients through regulatory engagement with, and investigations by, OFCOM, the European Commission, and consumer protection and other international agencies Advise clients on risk assessments associated with newly developed products, policies and business structures Research and present global analysis of laws impacting social media and other technology companies, including intermediary liability, hate speech, defamation, etc. Review and advise on proposed legislation and regulations across the world Qualifications 2-4 years' experience of Commercial Litigation and/or regulatory experience, gained wholly or in part in private practice. Strong academic record and intellectual curiosity, creative thinker Demonstrable interest in internet and tech law Commercial and business awareness Outstanding communication and negotiation skills Strong time management skills, ability to stay calm under pressure when juggling multiple projects. Client service focus Team player Strong judgement Proactive, resourceful, takes initiative. Location and Reporting This is a London-based role. White & Case is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law. If you require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in our application and/or interview process, please email the recruiting contact listed for the relevant position. We will be happy to work with you. Note to recruitment agencies: Our internal Recruitment team are responsible for all end-to-end lateral recruitment processes. All agencies must sign White & Case terms of business, which are office specific. Candidates submitted by an agency without terms of business agreed with the appropriate office, and/or outside of our online application tracking system, will not be considered a formal introduction. Any applications and CVs sent directly to White & Case Partners and employees will not be accepted as formal introductions. If you have any questions, please contact the London Recruitment team. When engaging with agencies, we are supported by our preferred suppliers. The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment. The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties. Primary Location Primary Location : United Kingdom-London Expected Workplace : Hybrid Job Posting Job Posting : Apr 19, 2024, 11:30:09 AM Refer a friend for this job Refer a friend for this job Tell us about a friend who might be interested in this job. All privacy rights will be protected. Refer a friend Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Who We Are: IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the world's greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE. What You'll Do: The candidate will be required to handle their own workload whilst working with the lawyers as and when required. As such, the role is suitable for candidates who are flexible, seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude. Working to support the IMG Licensing division, this position will be required to handle their own caseload whilst assisting other lawyers within the IMG Licensing legal team as and when required. As such, the role is looking for candidates who seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude. Experience in assisting with the structuring, drafting and negotiating of commercial licensing contracts (such as product licensing, retail, events and intellectual property licensing agreements) is required, and experience in the media and entertainment industry in EMEA is preferred. This position is located at IMG Licensing office in Central London. You Have These: Qualified solicitor in UK or other common jurisdiction 3-5 years PQE Previous intellectual property licensing and other commercial contracts experience is essential. Previous experience in the media, sports and entertainment industry is preferred. Meticulous attention to detail. Ability to problem solve, anticipated and actual, and think independently. Ability to prioritise a varied and heavy workload with the ability to plan ahead. Able to work to deadlines with efficiency and accuracy. Able to communicate clearly and concisely with clients, outside counsel, and opposing counsel, of all levels, both internally and externally. Ability to take responsibility and show initiative. Team-orientated and focused. Develop rapport with immediate and wider colleagues. Be disciplined, hard-working and committed. Exercise judgement and common sense. Have the ability to take ownership and responsibility for projects. We'd Love If You Also Have These: French, Spanish or Italian would be desirable, but not essential. Working Conditions: Permanent, London, City Road, EC1V Working hours are: 35 hours per week Working days are: Mon-Fri Endeavor is at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is a largely relationship-based business. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, and build on relationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 days per week. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support. Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. Weunderstand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity,equity,andinclusionineverything we do. As a global companythatdrivesculture,westrive to reflect theworld'sdiversevoices.Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. About Us Endeavor (NYSE: EDR) is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE. Diversity Statement for Endeavor Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we harness the entirety of our company and lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. It means that we engage in anti-racism and allyship the way we do anything. Fiercely and Fearlessly. As a global company that drives culture we endeavor to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Who We Are: IMG is a global leader in sports, fashion, events and media. The company manages some of the world's greatest athletes and fashion icons; owns and operates hundreds of live events annually; and is a leading independent producer and distributor of sports and entertainment media. IMG also specializes in licensing, sports training and league development. IMG is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.Endeavor is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through IMG ARENA and OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE. What You'll Do: The candidate will be required to handle their own workload whilst working with the lawyers as and when required. As such, the role is suitable for candidates who are flexible, seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude. Working to support the IMG Licensing division, this position will be required to handle their own caseload whilst assisting other lawyers within the IMG Licensing legal team as and when required. As such, the role is looking for candidates who seek responsibility, are team players and have a positive attitude. Experience in assisting with the structuring, drafting and negotiating of commercial licensing contracts (such as product licensing, retail, events and intellectual property licensing agreements) is required, and experience in the media and entertainment industry in EMEA is preferred. This position is located at IMG Licensing office in Central London. You Have These: Qualified solicitor in UK or other common jurisdiction 3-5 years PQE Previous intellectual property licensing and other commercial contracts experience is essential. Previous experience in the media, sports and entertainment industry is preferred. Meticulous attention to detail. Ability to problem solve, anticipated and actual, and think independently. Ability to prioritise a varied and heavy workload with the ability to plan ahead. Able to work to deadlines with efficiency and accuracy. Able to communicate clearly and concisely with clients, outside counsel, and opposing counsel, of all levels, both internally and externally. Ability to take responsibility and show initiative. Team-orientated and focused. Develop rapport with immediate and wider colleagues. Be disciplined, hard-working and committed. Exercise judgement and common sense. Have the ability to take ownership and responsibility for projects. We'd Love If You Also Have These: French, Spanish or Italian would be desirable, but not essential. Working Conditions: Permanent, London, City Road, EC1V Working hours are: 35 hours per week Working days are: Mon-Fri Endeavor is at the center of sports, media, entertainment, and fashion and is a largely relationship-based business. To foster an environment of collaboration, develop our future talent, and build on relationships across leadership, peers, and teams, we work from the office 4 days per week. We see immeasurable value internally and throughout the core of the businesses we support. Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. Weunderstand this can only be accomplished when we lead with a lens of diversity,equity,andinclusionineverything we do. As a global companythatdrivesculture,westrive to reflect theworld'sdiversevoices.Endeavor is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief. About Us Endeavor (NYSE: EDR) is a global sports and entertainment company, home to many of the world's most dynamic and engaging storytellers, brands, live events, and experiences. The Endeavor network specializes in talent representation through entertainment agency WME; sports operations and advisory, event management, media production and distribution, and brand licensing through IMG; live event experiences and hospitality through On Location; full-service marketing through global cultural marketing agency 160over90; and sports data and technology through OpenBet. Endeavor is also the majority owner of TKO Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: TKO), a premium sports and entertainment company comprising UFC and WWE. Diversity Statement for Endeavor Endeavor unites and brings people together in our love of sport, culture, and entertainment. We understand this can only be accomplished when we harness the entirety of our company and lead with a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. It means that we engage in anti-racism and allyship the way we do anything. Fiercely and Fearlessly. As a global company that drives culture we endeavor to reflect the world's diverse voices both internally and externally to ensure success in our mission.
An outstanding opportunity for an experienced qualified solicitor to join Heriot-Watt University as our new General Counsel. Please find full brochure here . Reporting to the University Secretary, this new role of General Counsel at Heriot-Watt will provide legal support across the full range of the University's activities globally, including its subsidiary companies. These include Heriot-Watt University Malaysia; Oriam, the National Performance Centre for Sport; and Heriot-Watt Trading. In addition, the Dubai Campus is a 'branch entity' of Heriot-Watt. This is a key appointment for the University, providing legal support, advice and challenge to the University Executive members and the Court and its committees as required. The post is required to help the University drive performance and effectiveness through its contractual arrangements securing value for money and positive outcomes. The General Counsel will work closely with the Director of Governance and Legal Services within the University Secretary's office, drawing on their professional support and engaging widely across the University to provide legal advice, including but not limited to contracts (commercial, research, educational and partnerships) intellectual property, employment issues and procurement. This role provides an exciting opportunity to make a difference. Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and leading-edge, relevant research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for innovation, business, and industry. The University's mission to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society, combined with its global presence and partnerships with business and industry, mean that the Heriot-Watt Group has a diverse and interesting portfolio, and the Executive is keen to secure the benefits of experienced, commercial legal acumen and governance expertise through this appointment. The postholder will embrace the Heriot-Watt University values and will look to develop key relationships across the University, adding value and benefits across the academic and professional community that makes up the University. Candidates will need to demonstrate their interest and aptitude to enjoy the culture and context of our diverse University and be able to influence and provide leadership, bringing both challenge and solutions. Heriot-Watt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders, and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science, engineering, design, business, and languages. Heriot-Watt is also Scotland's most international university, with a large and diverse community of students and staff. The post is based in Edinburgh and is an on-campus role. Key Responsibilities Lead on the provision of timely and effective legal advice, working in particular with the University Executive members to ensure that we optimize the commercial value add from contracts delivering value for money and compliance with university or other requirements. Attend meetings of the Executive, Court and its Committees as required, providing information and advice. Advise on the legal implications and risks on major strategic projects and provide solutions and options to mitigate risks, securing protections for the University. Build relationships across the University and a comprehensive understanding of the University's mission, strategy, constitutional frameworks, and legal/governance contexts globally in order to engage effectively with a wide range of individuals in relation to academic, enterprise, research, people, and student matters, as well as equality, regulatory, governance, constitutional and corporate issues. Procure, manage and review regularly the external legal services secured for the University, ensuring that the internal legal services are optimized and seeking value for money and an appropriate range of external legal support as required to meet the University's needs. Lead and manage the processes in support of the drafting, negotiating, and scrutinizing the terms and conditions of commercial, student and academic contracts and project and staff related contracts. Examples of some contracts include, but are not limited to, Student Terms and Conditions and related Policies; commercial and academic collaborations (national and international); research agreements; student sponsored projects; donation/ scholarship agreements; IP assignments; and licenses; spin out divestment; non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements; partnership and franchise agreements both commercial and with other educational/public bodies; Staff employment contracts. Lead on legal implications and risks which arise from complaints or claims, ensuring risk mitigation and management. Working with the University Secretary, manage the overall legal costs incurred, with a focus on value for money, working closely with Procurement. Work closely with the Director of Governance and Legal Services and team, also within the University Secretary's office, and engage with other professional service directors as required, particularly the Global Director of HR, Director of Estates and Facilities, Director of Finance (who manages the Procurement Function) and others. Provide leadership in raising awareness of legal, regulatory and risk issues, and helping in the provision of training or briefings as required to create stronger awareness and capability in the organization. Manage and keep under review Heriot-Watt University Intellectual Property Policy ensuring it is up to date and in line with Heriot-Watt University operations and strategy. Lead on the provision of advice on the protection of Heriot-Watt University brand and manage Heriot-Watt University trademark portfolio. Manage and oversee the maintenance of Heriot-Watt University contracts database. Horizon scan all changes in the law and court or tribunal decisions that may impact Heriot-Watt University and ensure that senior management and the University Executive are briefed in advance on any changes that will impact any Heriot-Watt University operations and strategy and advise on all options for response. To make full use of all information and communication technologies in adherence to data protection policies to meet the requirements of the role and to promote organisational effectiveness. To conduct all financial matters associated with the role in accordance with Heriot-Watt University policies and procedures, as laid down in the Financial Regulations. Person Specification As an experienced solicitor you will be comfortable navigating a complex global organisation under a matrix reporting structure, dealing with multiple stakeholders. Your experiences to date will showcase a clear and persuasive style of communication whilst explaining complex matters simply and tailoring to suit the audience needs and understanding. An understanding and interest in the Higher Education sector and the societal needs and values the sector can provide will help you settle into this role. Your post qualification experience (PQE) should also provide evidence of setting high standards to achieve organisational objectives, continually monitoring levels/standards of service, and identifying areas for improvement. Essential Criteria A qualified Solicitor in Scotland or Dual qualified (in the region of 15 years PQE). Recognised as an authority in their field or specialism within their institution or amongst external peers based demonstrated expertise. Experience of working effectively with senior management and using sound judgement in the provision of expert and strategic legal advice. Experience in legal research, writing, analysis, and reasoning. Ability to shape and influence developments across the University through own contribution to area of expertise. Experience of supervising the legal work of other solicitors, paralegals, and outside counsel; consulting on difficult or sensitive issues. Ability to carry out investigations into complex or sensitive issues, producing reports that identify key issues and findings. Ability to present compelling arguments to influence and negotiate satisfactory outcomes. Ability to keep abreast of external factors that may impact the service and takes opportunities to maximise any opportunities. Ability to plan and generate training and development opportunities to meet team members' current and future learning needs, evaluating outcomes and putting learning into practice. Experience in leading a network to pursue a shared interest, developing approaches and ideas to benefit own and others' work, actively promoting the work and image of own team and/or the University, internally and or externally. Desirable Criteria A good understanding of and/or previous experience of working within the Higher Education Sector. Experience of managing a team; encouraging contribution and involvement from staff at all levels, undertaking effective staff appraisals, evaluating performance, learning and development activities. How to apply This post is based in Edinburgh and is an on-campus role. If the position is of interest please submit a covering letter and CV by closing date of 24th of May. Interviews are anticipated w/c 17th June. Salary for this post will be based on experience and suitability up to maximum £100K. . click apply for full job details
May 03, 2024
Full time
An outstanding opportunity for an experienced qualified solicitor to join Heriot-Watt University as our new General Counsel. Please find full brochure here . Reporting to the University Secretary, this new role of General Counsel at Heriot-Watt will provide legal support across the full range of the University's activities globally, including its subsidiary companies. These include Heriot-Watt University Malaysia; Oriam, the National Performance Centre for Sport; and Heriot-Watt Trading. In addition, the Dubai Campus is a 'branch entity' of Heriot-Watt. This is a key appointment for the University, providing legal support, advice and challenge to the University Executive members and the Court and its committees as required. The post is required to help the University drive performance and effectiveness through its contractual arrangements securing value for money and positive outcomes. The General Counsel will work closely with the Director of Governance and Legal Services within the University Secretary's office, drawing on their professional support and engaging widely across the University to provide legal advice, including but not limited to contracts (commercial, research, educational and partnerships) intellectual property, employment issues and procurement. This role provides an exciting opportunity to make a difference. Heriot-Watt University has established a reputation for world-class teaching and leading-edge, relevant research, which has made it one of the top UK universities for innovation, business, and industry. The University's mission to create and exchange knowledge that benefits society, combined with its global presence and partnerships with business and industry, mean that the Heriot-Watt Group has a diverse and interesting portfolio, and the Executive is keen to secure the benefits of experienced, commercial legal acumen and governance expertise through this appointment. The postholder will embrace the Heriot-Watt University values and will look to develop key relationships across the University, adding value and benefits across the academic and professional community that makes up the University. Candidates will need to demonstrate their interest and aptitude to enjoy the culture and context of our diverse University and be able to influence and provide leadership, bringing both challenge and solutions. Heriot-Watt University has five campuses: three in the UK (Edinburgh, Scottish Borders, and Orkney), one in Dubai and one in Malaysia. The University offers a highly distinctive range of degree programmes in the specialist areas of science, engineering, design, business, and languages. Heriot-Watt is also Scotland's most international university, with a large and diverse community of students and staff. The post is based in Edinburgh and is an on-campus role. Key Responsibilities Lead on the provision of timely and effective legal advice, working in particular with the University Executive members to ensure that we optimize the commercial value add from contracts delivering value for money and compliance with university or other requirements. Attend meetings of the Executive, Court and its Committees as required, providing information and advice. Advise on the legal implications and risks on major strategic projects and provide solutions and options to mitigate risks, securing protections for the University. Build relationships across the University and a comprehensive understanding of the University's mission, strategy, constitutional frameworks, and legal/governance contexts globally in order to engage effectively with a wide range of individuals in relation to academic, enterprise, research, people, and student matters, as well as equality, regulatory, governance, constitutional and corporate issues. Procure, manage and review regularly the external legal services secured for the University, ensuring that the internal legal services are optimized and seeking value for money and an appropriate range of external legal support as required to meet the University's needs. Lead and manage the processes in support of the drafting, negotiating, and scrutinizing the terms and conditions of commercial, student and academic contracts and project and staff related contracts. Examples of some contracts include, but are not limited to, Student Terms and Conditions and related Policies; commercial and academic collaborations (national and international); research agreements; student sponsored projects; donation/ scholarship agreements; IP assignments; and licenses; spin out divestment; non-disclosure/confidentiality agreements; partnership and franchise agreements both commercial and with other educational/public bodies; Staff employment contracts. Lead on legal implications and risks which arise from complaints or claims, ensuring risk mitigation and management. Working with the University Secretary, manage the overall legal costs incurred, with a focus on value for money, working closely with Procurement. Work closely with the Director of Governance and Legal Services and team, also within the University Secretary's office, and engage with other professional service directors as required, particularly the Global Director of HR, Director of Estates and Facilities, Director of Finance (who manages the Procurement Function) and others. Provide leadership in raising awareness of legal, regulatory and risk issues, and helping in the provision of training or briefings as required to create stronger awareness and capability in the organization. Manage and keep under review Heriot-Watt University Intellectual Property Policy ensuring it is up to date and in line with Heriot-Watt University operations and strategy. Lead on the provision of advice on the protection of Heriot-Watt University brand and manage Heriot-Watt University trademark portfolio. Manage and oversee the maintenance of Heriot-Watt University contracts database. Horizon scan all changes in the law and court or tribunal decisions that may impact Heriot-Watt University and ensure that senior management and the University Executive are briefed in advance on any changes that will impact any Heriot-Watt University operations and strategy and advise on all options for response. To make full use of all information and communication technologies in adherence to data protection policies to meet the requirements of the role and to promote organisational effectiveness. To conduct all financial matters associated with the role in accordance with Heriot-Watt University policies and procedures, as laid down in the Financial Regulations. Person Specification As an experienced solicitor you will be comfortable navigating a complex global organisation under a matrix reporting structure, dealing with multiple stakeholders. Your experiences to date will showcase a clear and persuasive style of communication whilst explaining complex matters simply and tailoring to suit the audience needs and understanding. An understanding and interest in the Higher Education sector and the societal needs and values the sector can provide will help you settle into this role. Your post qualification experience (PQE) should also provide evidence of setting high standards to achieve organisational objectives, continually monitoring levels/standards of service, and identifying areas for improvement. Essential Criteria A qualified Solicitor in Scotland or Dual qualified (in the region of 15 years PQE). Recognised as an authority in their field or specialism within their institution or amongst external peers based demonstrated expertise. Experience of working effectively with senior management and using sound judgement in the provision of expert and strategic legal advice. Experience in legal research, writing, analysis, and reasoning. Ability to shape and influence developments across the University through own contribution to area of expertise. Experience of supervising the legal work of other solicitors, paralegals, and outside counsel; consulting on difficult or sensitive issues. Ability to carry out investigations into complex or sensitive issues, producing reports that identify key issues and findings. Ability to present compelling arguments to influence and negotiate satisfactory outcomes. Ability to keep abreast of external factors that may impact the service and takes opportunities to maximise any opportunities. Ability to plan and generate training and development opportunities to meet team members' current and future learning needs, evaluating outcomes and putting learning into practice. Experience in leading a network to pursue a shared interest, developing approaches and ideas to benefit own and others' work, actively promoting the work and image of own team and/or the University, internally and or externally. Desirable Criteria A good understanding of and/or previous experience of working within the Higher Education Sector. Experience of managing a team; encouraging contribution and involvement from staff at all levels, undertaking effective staff appraisals, evaluating performance, learning and development activities. How to apply This post is based in Edinburgh and is an on-campus role. If the position is of interest please submit a covering letter and CV by closing date of 24th of May. Interviews are anticipated w/c 17th June. Salary for this post will be based on experience and suitability up to maximum £100K. . click apply for full job details
Registered Manager - Young People Bolton, Manchester £35997 - £45318 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Full Time 37.5 hours per week Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. As a Registered Manager you will lead in supporting a residential staff team, taking overall responsibility for the day - to - day management of a 5 bed residential home for young people with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. Your duties will include; Monitoring and maintaining the effective running of the home whilst collaborating closely with the Clinical Team ensuring effective and robust relationships are built and maintained. Taking a lead Safeguarding role within the service to ensure the safeguarding databases and records are maintained accurately and as per company policy. Maintaining registration with the CQC and be legally responsible for ensuring the home complies with CQC requirements, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) and associated legislations. To take the lead with inspections of the service. Overseeing and empowering the staff to effectively support the young people, ensuring their physical, social, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs are met. Empowering the staff team to manage incidents effectively and safely, offering guidance and debriefs post incident. Ensuring the staff team are liaising effectively with the relevant GP's, CCG, Community Mental Health Services, CIM clinical team with regards to the welfare of the individual young person. Ensuring that all the medication needs of the young people are met, Medication Management Plans are completed accurately, are understood by all staff, and adhered to. Ensure effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm. All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new experiences. The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips. You will work over a 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday whilst supporting an On Call rota alongside other Registered Managers. The job is highly rewarding and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to develop their career further. Essential requirements of a Registered Manager Full, clean, UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes Previous experience in working within a residential home 2 years recent experience working as a CQC or Ofsted Residential/Registered Manager Must hold the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development Have excellent understanding of mental health and the issues young people face Experience controlling and managing budgets Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff Previous experience in writing detailed reports Desirable Criteria of a Registered Manager Level 5 qualification in management or health and social care Company Benefits Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral) 35 days holiday (Rising to 39 days with service including bank holidays) An additional day off each year for your birthday Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care) Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits Paid Training & Induction Enhanced company pension Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) Free parking available and good direct transport links Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Paid Enhanced DBS check Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties) Additional Information Please note that we do not accept CV's and the application must be completed in full. Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate. Please note, as this position is over 20 hours per week, we will be unable to accept applications from students who hold a student visa, unless education has finished and applicant intends to apply for the appropriate visa required to work the hours as advertised. Please note Care in Mind do not have a sponsorship licence and therefore unable to offer sponsorship to candidates requiring this now or in the future.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Registered Manager - Young People Bolton, Manchester £35997 - £45318 per annum dependent on experience and qualifications Full Time 37.5 hours per week Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life. At Care in Mind our homes are always a hub of activity and energy where the young people can feel safe, and our staff enjoy coming to work. As a Registered Manager you will lead in supporting a residential staff team, taking overall responsibility for the day - to - day management of a 5 bed residential home for young people with complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. Your duties will include; Monitoring and maintaining the effective running of the home whilst collaborating closely with the Clinical Team ensuring effective and robust relationships are built and maintained. Taking a lead Safeguarding role within the service to ensure the safeguarding databases and records are maintained accurately and as per company policy. Maintaining registration with the CQC and be legally responsible for ensuring the home complies with CQC requirements, the Health and Social Care Act 2008 (Regulated Activities) and associated legislations. To take the lead with inspections of the service. Overseeing and empowering the staff to effectively support the young people, ensuring their physical, social, psychological, intellectual, and spiritual needs are met. Empowering the staff team to manage incidents effectively and safely, offering guidance and debriefs post incident. Ensuring the staff team are liaising effectively with the relevant GP's, CCG, Community Mental Health Services, CIM clinical team with regards to the welfare of the individual young person. Ensuring that all the medication needs of the young people are met, Medication Management Plans are completed accurately, are understood by all staff, and adhered to. Ensure effective recruitment of suitable and skilled employees to work within the team. At our home in Bolton, you will be working with young people who have a variety of mental health diagnosis including emotionally unstable personality disorder and complex Trauma, and those who use self-harm as a strategy to cope with their emotions. As such, you will be required to be patient, calm and resilient as the support you will be providing to our young people will include helping them to develop their relationships within the community and managing incidents of self-harm. All young people at the service require support to engage in activities of daily living and improve their independence skills so that they can work towards living in the community once the placement ends. Therefore, you will be supporting this transition through things such as: supporting them to self-administer their own medication, getting back into education, accessing public transport and appointments independently. Our young people are very adventurous and engage in a variety of activities including going to theme parks, horse Riding, attending driving lessons, they also like to camp out so you will be encouraged to bring your hobbies to work and create new ideas of interests so there is lots of fun and new experiences. The home is a 5-bed service and is in Heaton, Bolton. It is also a short drive or bus journey away from the centre of Bolton, so is close enough to numerous local amenities. The house is a picturesque large property, which is well maintained and homely, making it a lovely environment to work in. There is also huge garden attached to the rear of the house, making it a perfect place for growing vegetables and playing outdoor games and all-important outdoor camping trips. You will work over a 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday whilst supporting an On Call rota alongside other Registered Managers. The job is highly rewarding and an excellent opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager to develop their career further. Essential requirements of a Registered Manager Full, clean, UK Driving Licence & access to a vehicle for work purposes Previous experience in working within a residential home 2 years recent experience working as a CQC or Ofsted Residential/Registered Manager Must hold the Lead Adult Care Worker Level 3 qualification and be able to demonstrate a commitment towards continued professional development Have excellent understanding of mental health and the issues young people face Experience controlling and managing budgets Skills in the recruitment, selection and retention of staff Previous experience in writing detailed reports Desirable Criteria of a Registered Manager Level 5 qualification in management or health and social care Company Benefits Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral) 35 days holiday (Rising to 39 days with service including bank holidays) An additional day off each year for your birthday Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (NVQ Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care) Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits including discounted gym memberships, online shopping discounts, free eye tests and various other benefits Paid Training & Induction Enhanced company pension Life Assurance (2 x annual salary) Free parking available and good direct transport links Enhanced maternity/paternity leave Paid Enhanced DBS check Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service Regular social events and recognition schemes (Employee of the year awards, Summer & Christmas parties) Additional Information Please note that we do not accept CV's and the application must be completed in full. Care in Mind operates a safer recruitment process and as part of this process the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check. We are an equal opportunities employer who values diversity and positively encourages applications of all ages from all sections of the community. We reserve the right to close the advert early, should we appoint a suitable candidate. Please note, as this position is over 20 hours per week, we will be unable to accept applications from students who hold a student visa, unless education has finished and applicant intends to apply for the appropriate visa required to work the hours as advertised. Please note Care in Mind do not have a sponsorship licence and therefore unable to offer sponsorship to candidates requiring this now or in the future.
Mission Creating an environment where all hxers can thrive and perform to the limit of their potential has always been incredibly important to our Founders; our success is built on our market- defining product instinct and vision, but also the outsize achievements of our incredible people. In addition to building a world-leading enterprise product, we want to build a world-leading company. The shared mission of our central functions team is to be the backbone enablinghxand it's people to deliver greatness'. hyperexponential is an innovative, high-growth, data-driven company and it needs enablement functions to match. The Central Functions at hyperexponential are: 1. Employee centric: Our policies, processes and practices empower hxers with the tools and skills they need to do their best work and support a high-performance culture of self-motivated success. 2. Commercially astute: We collaborate with all business functions ensuring our work is deeply informed by the customer & commercial implications, and contribute directly to the company's strategic goals. 3. Technology & Data driven: We adopt the latest cloud technologies and automation to ensure all our work is scalable, efficient and well controlled. We use data and insights to inform decision making and support a culture of continuous improvement. 4. Forward-Looking: We proactively anticipate future business needs, strategically preparing the groundwork on which the company can build sustainable growth. 5. Growth-Minded: We value feedback and learning and embrace challenges as opportunities for personal and organizational development, fostering a culture of resilience and curiosity. Mission of the Legal Function: This new function will drive growth for the company by strategically partnering with senior leaders across all functions to provide business savvy legal advice. Our work goes deeper than traditional legal, risk and compliance departments as we empower decision-makers with customer and employee centric, practical support that illuminates the path to sustainable value creation, ensuring they can navigate the future with confidence. The Head of Legal will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our strategy, ensuring the alignment of our policies, processes and practices with the company's mission, values, and growth aims. This position requires an experienced legal professional with a proven track record in building and scaling operations in fast-paced, high-growth environments Your Mission as Head of Legal In this newly created role your mission will be: Partnering with business leaders: Engage directly with our leaders in the business and provide specialist support across the business to promote efficient and sound business processes and practices, risk-informed decision-making, effective risk mitigation, accountability and compliance with relevant regulations and policies; Strategically managing risk to protect the business's key assets: Develop a maturity framework for the effective management of business, technology and information risks, issues and opportunities and own the roadmap to deliver results; and Creating scalable operations that align to our culture and values : Design and build the policies, processes and practices to manage commercial contracts (customer, partner, vendor, employee etc) and cross functional programmes in your remit. This role offers a unique chance for professional growth, providing high levels of ownership, flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact. You will gain a deep understanding of all aspects of a rapidly growing international technology business and work collaboratively with senior leaders across the company. This is a new speciality within Central Functions and you will work directly for our Chief Operating Officer, Emma Kelly. This is a rare opportunity to assume responsibility for a function that is still nascent, yet generate impact across the whole company. For the right person, this is an exceptional path for personal professional development, within a business with an exceptional track-record and trajectory to becoming a world-leading business with a multi-billion dollar enterprise value. Key Responsibilities This is an outstanding opportunity for a strong, business-orientated legal practitioner to play a significant role as the first legal appointment at the company. Given this is a new department, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in defining and shaping the role's responsibilities, aligning them with our evolving business needs and strategic vision. We anticipate the following areas of responsibility to be key: Legal, risk and compliance: Develop and implement a comprehensive program of work that aligns with our overall business goals and risk tolerance As sole legal counsel, you will oversee all legal matters, provide strategic legal advice, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the company's compliance with applicable laws and regulations across all markets we operate in Partner closely with teams across the business to ensure that legal and risk considerations are integrated into all aspects of the business Manage contract review for all commercial contracts (Customer, supplier, partner, employment etc) IT and Informational Security: Oversight of Information Security, including management of the Information Security Manager and our outsourced Managed Services Provider for IT Programme management: Manage expectations of key internal stakeholders and provide employee education for key programmes for which you are responsible Oversee management of vendor lifecycle; from due diligence to ongoing compliance monitoring, ensuring all partners meet our requirements on compliance, data privacy, and cost-effectiveness. Working with other stakeholders, support the development and roll out of ESG related programmes, with a focus on governance, including policies, procedures, KPIs and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations Company secretarial: Establish internal company secretarial support and/or manage outsource provider Administer employee incentive schemes Process Improvement and System Implementation: Be an advocate of the broader Function's goal for continuous improvement using data and system automation, including the adoption of new tools to support risk and compliance. Key Requirements: Legal Background: 6-10 years post qualification with a mix of law firm and in house experience Experience as a legal professional in technology or related industries, ideally in a company experiencing significant rapid growth Experience in information security, intellectual property, data protection and privacy Leadership and Management: Proven ability to provide strategic legal advice to senior executives and C-Suite Ability to develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on legal and compliance matters, fostering a culture of awareness and adherence. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for effective team collaboration, capable of building strong relationships at all levels and conveying complex topics to diverse audiences within the organisation and proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, operations, and human resources. Experience managing outside counsel or outside consultants Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance: Ability to develop and implement risk management frameworks. In-depth knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in the technology sector. Proven track record of ensuring company compliance with industry standards and managing major certification or assessment efforts Familiarity with conducting internal reviews and implementing corrective actions. Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Extensive experience in negotiating and drafting various contracts, including technology agreements, licensing agreements, and data privacy contracts. Ability to balance legal requirements with business aims. Interview Process Initial call with our Talent team Interview with Hiring Manager Case Study interview Values interview Offer
May 03, 2024
Full time
Mission Creating an environment where all hxers can thrive and perform to the limit of their potential has always been incredibly important to our Founders; our success is built on our market- defining product instinct and vision, but also the outsize achievements of our incredible people. In addition to building a world-leading enterprise product, we want to build a world-leading company. The shared mission of our central functions team is to be the backbone enablinghxand it's people to deliver greatness'. hyperexponential is an innovative, high-growth, data-driven company and it needs enablement functions to match. The Central Functions at hyperexponential are: 1. Employee centric: Our policies, processes and practices empower hxers with the tools and skills they need to do their best work and support a high-performance culture of self-motivated success. 2. Commercially astute: We collaborate with all business functions ensuring our work is deeply informed by the customer & commercial implications, and contribute directly to the company's strategic goals. 3. Technology & Data driven: We adopt the latest cloud technologies and automation to ensure all our work is scalable, efficient and well controlled. We use data and insights to inform decision making and support a culture of continuous improvement. 4. Forward-Looking: We proactively anticipate future business needs, strategically preparing the groundwork on which the company can build sustainable growth. 5. Growth-Minded: We value feedback and learning and embrace challenges as opportunities for personal and organizational development, fostering a culture of resilience and curiosity. Mission of the Legal Function: This new function will drive growth for the company by strategically partnering with senior leaders across all functions to provide business savvy legal advice. Our work goes deeper than traditional legal, risk and compliance departments as we empower decision-makers with customer and employee centric, practical support that illuminates the path to sustainable value creation, ensuring they can navigate the future with confidence. The Head of Legal will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our strategy, ensuring the alignment of our policies, processes and practices with the company's mission, values, and growth aims. This position requires an experienced legal professional with a proven track record in building and scaling operations in fast-paced, high-growth environments Your Mission as Head of Legal In this newly created role your mission will be: Partnering with business leaders: Engage directly with our leaders in the business and provide specialist support across the business to promote efficient and sound business processes and practices, risk-informed decision-making, effective risk mitigation, accountability and compliance with relevant regulations and policies; Strategically managing risk to protect the business's key assets: Develop a maturity framework for the effective management of business, technology and information risks, issues and opportunities and own the roadmap to deliver results; and Creating scalable operations that align to our culture and values : Design and build the policies, processes and practices to manage commercial contracts (customer, partner, vendor, employee etc) and cross functional programmes in your remit. This role offers a unique chance for professional growth, providing high levels of ownership, flexibility and the opportunity to make a significant impact. You will gain a deep understanding of all aspects of a rapidly growing international technology business and work collaboratively with senior leaders across the company. This is a new speciality within Central Functions and you will work directly for our Chief Operating Officer, Emma Kelly. This is a rare opportunity to assume responsibility for a function that is still nascent, yet generate impact across the whole company. For the right person, this is an exceptional path for personal professional development, within a business with an exceptional track-record and trajectory to becoming a world-leading business with a multi-billion dollar enterprise value. Key Responsibilities This is an outstanding opportunity for a strong, business-orientated legal practitioner to play a significant role as the first legal appointment at the company. Given this is a new department, the ideal candidate will be instrumental in defining and shaping the role's responsibilities, aligning them with our evolving business needs and strategic vision. We anticipate the following areas of responsibility to be key: Legal, risk and compliance: Develop and implement a comprehensive program of work that aligns with our overall business goals and risk tolerance As sole legal counsel, you will oversee all legal matters, provide strategic legal advice, and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure the company's compliance with applicable laws and regulations across all markets we operate in Partner closely with teams across the business to ensure that legal and risk considerations are integrated into all aspects of the business Manage contract review for all commercial contracts (Customer, supplier, partner, employment etc) IT and Informational Security: Oversight of Information Security, including management of the Information Security Manager and our outsourced Managed Services Provider for IT Programme management: Manage expectations of key internal stakeholders and provide employee education for key programmes for which you are responsible Oversee management of vendor lifecycle; from due diligence to ongoing compliance monitoring, ensuring all partners meet our requirements on compliance, data privacy, and cost-effectiveness. Working with other stakeholders, support the development and roll out of ESG related programmes, with a focus on governance, including policies, procedures, KPIs and reporting frameworks, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations Company secretarial: Establish internal company secretarial support and/or manage outsource provider Administer employee incentive schemes Process Improvement and System Implementation: Be an advocate of the broader Function's goal for continuous improvement using data and system automation, including the adoption of new tools to support risk and compliance. Key Requirements: Legal Background: 6-10 years post qualification with a mix of law firm and in house experience Experience as a legal professional in technology or related industries, ideally in a company experiencing significant rapid growth Experience in information security, intellectual property, data protection and privacy Leadership and Management: Proven ability to provide strategic legal advice to senior executives and C-Suite Ability to develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on legal and compliance matters, fostering a culture of awareness and adherence. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) for effective team collaboration, capable of building strong relationships at all levels and conveying complex topics to diverse audiences within the organisation and proven ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, IT, operations, and human resources. Experience managing outside counsel or outside consultants Risk Management & Regulatory Compliance: Ability to develop and implement risk management frameworks. In-depth knowledge of relevant laws and regulations in the technology sector. Proven track record of ensuring company compliance with industry standards and managing major certification or assessment efforts Familiarity with conducting internal reviews and implementing corrective actions. Contract Negotiation and Drafting: Extensive experience in negotiating and drafting various contracts, including technology agreements, licensing agreements, and data privacy contracts. Ability to balance legal requirements with business aims. Interview Process Initial call with our Talent team Interview with Hiring Manager Case Study interview Values interview Offer
Accuflex is seeking a qualified solicitor specialising in Estates and Procurement to join our client's in-houselegal team as a Legal Counsel on a permanent basis. This role is an exceptional opportunity to go in-house andcontribute to meaningful projects within the charity sector while leveraging your expertise in estates and procurement law. Role Overview: As a key member of the legal team, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and support on all aspects of estates and procurement. This role demands a proactive approach to managing a diverse range of legal matters, including but not limited to contract negotiations, property management, and procurement processes. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements related to estates and procurement. Provide strategic legal advice on property management, including acquisitions, disposals, and leases. Ensure compliance with UK laws and regulations pertaining to estates and procurement activities. Collaborate with various departments to implement effective legal and procurement strategies. Manage external legal advisors as required to ensure timely and cost-effective advice. Support the charity's governance structures, offering advice on charitable law and governance matters as needed. Qualifications and Experience: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 1+ years post-qualification experience (PQE) in managing estates and/or commercial procurement experience. Strong understanding of the legal framework surrounding estates management and procurement processes. Experience working within the charity sector or with governance-related matters is highly desirable. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and problem-solving approach to challenges. Demonstrated commitment to professional ethical standards and integrity. Location: The position is based in London, with the possibility of flexible working arrangements. Apply Now: We are looking for someone who is ready to take on new challenges and is keen to take the next step in their career. If you are a well-rounded lawyer eager to make an impact, apply today to become part of our client's prestigious team. At Accutrainee we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly believe in equal opportunities for all and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ages, genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and abilities. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent, and free from discrimination. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, qualifications, and suitability for the role.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Accuflex is seeking a qualified solicitor specialising in Estates and Procurement to join our client's in-houselegal team as a Legal Counsel on a permanent basis. This role is an exceptional opportunity to go in-house andcontribute to meaningful projects within the charity sector while leveraging your expertise in estates and procurement law. Role Overview: As a key member of the legal team, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and support on all aspects of estates and procurement. This role demands a proactive approach to managing a diverse range of legal matters, including but not limited to contract negotiations, property management, and procurement processes. Key Responsibilities: Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts and agreements related to estates and procurement. Provide strategic legal advice on property management, including acquisitions, disposals, and leases. Ensure compliance with UK laws and regulations pertaining to estates and procurement activities. Collaborate with various departments to implement effective legal and procurement strategies. Manage external legal advisors as required to ensure timely and cost-effective advice. Support the charity's governance structures, offering advice on charitable law and governance matters as needed. Qualifications and Experience: Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 1+ years post-qualification experience (PQE) in managing estates and/or commercial procurement experience. Strong understanding of the legal framework surrounding estates management and procurement processes. Experience working within the charity sector or with governance-related matters is highly desirable. Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and problem-solving approach to challenges. Demonstrated commitment to professional ethical standards and integrity. Location: The position is based in London, with the possibility of flexible working arrangements. Apply Now: We are looking for someone who is ready to take on new challenges and is keen to take the next step in their career. If you are a well-rounded lawyer eager to make an impact, apply today to become part of our client's prestigious team. At Accutrainee we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly believe in equal opportunities for all and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, ages, genders, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, and abilities. Our recruitment process is designed to be fair, transparent, and free from discrimination. We are dedicated to ensuring that all candidates are evaluated based on their skills, qualifications, and suitability for the role.
Ever wondered what it takes to get an advert onto a big billboard? Then join us. We are hiring an associate legal counsel to support Talon UK's business across a broad range of commercial, technology, regulatory and compliance issues. Reporting to the Global General Counsel you will work closely with senior management in the UK and have an appetite for developing knowledge and skills in a fast-paced and collaborative working environment. Sounds exciting? We are looking forward to hearing from you. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR_ At least one years' experience in-house/private practice is preferred and experience in media and/or advertising is desirable. Experience of drafting and advising on commercial contracts in a practical and commercial manner with strong research and analytical skills Knowledge of advertising and marketing law, and/or intellectual property law desirable Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation. Enthusiasm for working collaboratively across functions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity. Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a desire to find creative legal solutions. Excellent presentation skills with strong attention to detail Strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills. OUR TEAM_ Joining a small but growing team where you have the opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of projects. We work as one team, together and directly with the business. WHY US_ "Talon is a successful people focused organisation that is a the leading edge of its industry and the culture is hard-working and fun." OUR VALUES AND HOW WE WORK TOGETHER_ WE ARE BOLD_ As industry provocateurs and pioneers, we respectfully challenge the status quo, take pride in our people, big ideas and partnerships. We challenge respectfully We lead the way WE ARE HUMAN_ We are a diverse collective of changemakers who value respect, fairness, and integrity and expect the same in return. We value collaboration and togetherness We are empathetic WE ARE SMART_ Our trailblazing spirit and learning centric culture ensures our knowledge provides maximum value to each other and our clients. We grow and learn We are trusted We are mission possible Talon is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ and develop a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and brands that we represent.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Ever wondered what it takes to get an advert onto a big billboard? Then join us. We are hiring an associate legal counsel to support Talon UK's business across a broad range of commercial, technology, regulatory and compliance issues. Reporting to the Global General Counsel you will work closely with senior management in the UK and have an appetite for developing knowledge and skills in a fast-paced and collaborative working environment. Sounds exciting? We are looking forward to hearing from you. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR_ At least one years' experience in-house/private practice is preferred and experience in media and/or advertising is desirable. Experience of drafting and advising on commercial contracts in a practical and commercial manner with strong research and analytical skills Knowledge of advertising and marketing law, and/or intellectual property law desirable Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation. Enthusiasm for working collaboratively across functions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity. Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities with a desire to find creative legal solutions. Excellent presentation skills with strong attention to detail Strong organisational, prioritisation and time management skills. OUR TEAM_ Joining a small but growing team where you have the opportunity to get involved in a wide variety of projects. We work as one team, together and directly with the business. WHY US_ "Talon is a successful people focused organisation that is a the leading edge of its industry and the culture is hard-working and fun." OUR VALUES AND HOW WE WORK TOGETHER_ WE ARE BOLD_ As industry provocateurs and pioneers, we respectfully challenge the status quo, take pride in our people, big ideas and partnerships. We challenge respectfully We lead the way WE ARE HUMAN_ We are a diverse collective of changemakers who value respect, fairness, and integrity and expect the same in return. We value collaboration and togetherness We are empathetic WE ARE SMART_ Our trailblazing spirit and learning centric culture ensures our knowledge provides maximum value to each other and our clients. We grow and learn We are trusted We are mission possible Talon is an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ and develop a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and brands that we represent.
OUR IMPACT We work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you. The Goldman Sachs Legal Division spans offices across 23 cities worldwide, from which we provide counsel and advice to support the global activities of the firm and our clients. Our focus is on providing the highest quality legal advice while managing regulatory and reputational risk. Whether you are an experienced lawyer or have other relevant experience combined with an interest in financial law and strong critical thinking skills, our team might be right for you. As a division we are focused on our people and their development and are committed to creating an environment that is diverse and inclusive. We offer numerous training and career development opportunities including a weekly legal training programme, divisional mentoring schemes and a people development committee tasked with providing tangible tools to help manage and develop careers. The division also has a number of active and varied committees including the Diversity, Pro Bono, Charity and Social Committees and encourages participation in the Women's, Black and LGBT firmwide affinity networks. YOUR IMPACT Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) Legal is looking for a derivatives lawyer preferably with asset management experience to provide legal coverage related to the trading and documentation of OTC derivatives, cleared swaps, futures, repo, cleared repo, FX prime brokerage and other transactions. Additional responsibilities will include: Analysis of, related advocacy and working with industry groups, the asset management business and other stakeholders to implement global regulatory changes affecting the trading and documentation of such transactions. The lawyer would be part of the EMEA Asset Management Legal team as well as the global GSAM Derivatives Legal team, both of which are part of the broader global Asset Management Legal team which provides ongoing support with respect to trading and markets on behalf of GSAM mutual funds, private funds, alternative investment funds and institutional clients. QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years related legal experience post qualification in a reputable law firm, fund, asset management firm or investment bank Strong substantive knowledge of and significant experience in derivatives Experience with pension funds/schemes a plus, but not required Outstanding law firm and law school credentials - US or UK legal qualification preferred High level of initiative, integrity, organizational and commercial instincts Adept at developing interpersonal relationships Strong written and verbal communications skills ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
May 03, 2024
Full time
OUR IMPACT We work at the intersection of finance and law, providing counsel and advice that support activities across the firm. We handle litigation and arbitration, perform research and due diligence, aid in financing and legal filings, deal with contracts and intellectual property rights that show our commitment to clients, shareholders, and regulators. Whether you're an experienced attorney or a quick learner with a strong interest in financial law coupled with critical thinking skills, our dynamic group might be right for you. The Goldman Sachs Legal Division spans offices across 23 cities worldwide, from which we provide counsel and advice to support the global activities of the firm and our clients. Our focus is on providing the highest quality legal advice while managing regulatory and reputational risk. Whether you are an experienced lawyer or have other relevant experience combined with an interest in financial law and strong critical thinking skills, our team might be right for you. As a division we are focused on our people and their development and are committed to creating an environment that is diverse and inclusive. We offer numerous training and career development opportunities including a weekly legal training programme, divisional mentoring schemes and a people development committee tasked with providing tangible tools to help manage and develop careers. The division also has a number of active and varied committees including the Diversity, Pro Bono, Charity and Social Committees and encourages participation in the Women's, Black and LGBT firmwide affinity networks. YOUR IMPACT Goldman Sachs Asset Management (GSAM) Legal is looking for a derivatives lawyer preferably with asset management experience to provide legal coverage related to the trading and documentation of OTC derivatives, cleared swaps, futures, repo, cleared repo, FX prime brokerage and other transactions. Additional responsibilities will include: Analysis of, related advocacy and working with industry groups, the asset management business and other stakeholders to implement global regulatory changes affecting the trading and documentation of such transactions. The lawyer would be part of the EMEA Asset Management Legal team as well as the global GSAM Derivatives Legal team, both of which are part of the broader global Asset Management Legal team which provides ongoing support with respect to trading and markets on behalf of GSAM mutual funds, private funds, alternative investment funds and institutional clients. QUALIFICATIONS: 5+ years related legal experience post qualification in a reputable law firm, fund, asset management firm or investment bank Strong substantive knowledge of and significant experience in derivatives Experience with pension funds/schemes a plus, but not required Outstanding law firm and law school credentials - US or UK legal qualification preferred High level of initiative, integrity, organizational and commercial instincts Adept at developing interpersonal relationships Strong written and verbal communications skills ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at We're committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., 2023. All rights reserved. Goldman Sachs is an equal employment/affirmative action employer Female/Minority/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
About the role We are looking for an ambitious and pro-active lawyer to become a key member of the Group Legal Team, with a focus on Corporate and Commercial matters. The role will report to the Director of Legal, who is based in the UK. This is a great role for someone with significant experience advising on corporate and commercial legal matters, who is commercially minded with an ability to find solutions to complex problems. This role will include working autonomously as well as part of a collegiate and supportive international and local cross-functional team. As a member of the Zepz Group Legal Function, you will aim high, embrace challenge and always do what's right; acting with integrity and building trust as you contribute to the company's strategic direction and terms decision making. Reporting to the Legal Director, you will: Support on corporate transactions for the Company including equity and debt fundraisings, M&A, secondary share sales, group restructurings and asset transfers, and implementation of share incentive schemes. Managing day to day corporate work including relationships with investors, responding to shareholder queries, drafting board, shareholder and investor majority resolutions and memoranda for directors, investors and the executive committee, as well as minutes of board meetings and support for the Company Secretariat Function as may be required from time-to-time. Ongoing management of existing debt facilities together with the treasury and corporate development teams Be responsible for supporting the legal intellectual property strategy, including managing the registrations of global trademarks, maintenance of IP registers and liaising with external counsel on IP-related dispute resolution Advise and collaborate with stakeholders from many areas of the business (e.g. Network and Growth, Finance, Compliance, Data Protection, Customer Service and Operations Teams) to support on company growth initiatives. Draft, review and negotiate intra-group agreements, and other general commercial contracts as well as advise on general ad-hoc queries so that the business can move forward at pace, while protecting our interests. Liaise with regulators in various jurisdictions, including the UK, Belgium, US, Hong Kong and Tanzania to obtain various consents and approvals in a transactional context. From time to time, and depending on your experience, advise on complex matters and special projects e.g. product launches, litigation, regulatory and licensing matters, or other strategic projects. Help develop appropriate legal templates and processes. Actively work to align the legal objectives and business objectives collaboratively. Build and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including external counsel. What we're looking for from you Recent experience of working with businesses in the Payments/Financial Services sector. Experience working on corporate or banking transactions, either with supervision of a GC in-house or a partner in private practice A commercial mindset and ability to think creatively to achieve the commercial objectives of the business and to deliver legal advice in the appropriate commercial and regulatory context and within tight timeframes. Strong negotiation skills: experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and ability to influence and persuade in decision-making processes both internally and externally. Excellent technical skills: demonstrated ability to draft clear, professional and legally robust correspondence, advice, contracts, policies and other documentation as required, with appropriate form and style. First class interpersonal and communication skills: able to, and enjoy, building and maintaining good relationships both internally and externally at all levels. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and juggling multiple priorities. Ability to work independently, but also a team player: fostering knowledge sharing and involved in the day-to-day.
May 03, 2024
Full time
About the role We are looking for an ambitious and pro-active lawyer to become a key member of the Group Legal Team, with a focus on Corporate and Commercial matters. The role will report to the Director of Legal, who is based in the UK. This is a great role for someone with significant experience advising on corporate and commercial legal matters, who is commercially minded with an ability to find solutions to complex problems. This role will include working autonomously as well as part of a collegiate and supportive international and local cross-functional team. As a member of the Zepz Group Legal Function, you will aim high, embrace challenge and always do what's right; acting with integrity and building trust as you contribute to the company's strategic direction and terms decision making. Reporting to the Legal Director, you will: Support on corporate transactions for the Company including equity and debt fundraisings, M&A, secondary share sales, group restructurings and asset transfers, and implementation of share incentive schemes. Managing day to day corporate work including relationships with investors, responding to shareholder queries, drafting board, shareholder and investor majority resolutions and memoranda for directors, investors and the executive committee, as well as minutes of board meetings and support for the Company Secretariat Function as may be required from time-to-time. Ongoing management of existing debt facilities together with the treasury and corporate development teams Be responsible for supporting the legal intellectual property strategy, including managing the registrations of global trademarks, maintenance of IP registers and liaising with external counsel on IP-related dispute resolution Advise and collaborate with stakeholders from many areas of the business (e.g. Network and Growth, Finance, Compliance, Data Protection, Customer Service and Operations Teams) to support on company growth initiatives. Draft, review and negotiate intra-group agreements, and other general commercial contracts as well as advise on general ad-hoc queries so that the business can move forward at pace, while protecting our interests. Liaise with regulators in various jurisdictions, including the UK, Belgium, US, Hong Kong and Tanzania to obtain various consents and approvals in a transactional context. From time to time, and depending on your experience, advise on complex matters and special projects e.g. product launches, litigation, regulatory and licensing matters, or other strategic projects. Help develop appropriate legal templates and processes. Actively work to align the legal objectives and business objectives collaboratively. Build and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including external counsel. What we're looking for from you Recent experience of working with businesses in the Payments/Financial Services sector. Experience working on corporate or banking transactions, either with supervision of a GC in-house or a partner in private practice A commercial mindset and ability to think creatively to achieve the commercial objectives of the business and to deliver legal advice in the appropriate commercial and regulatory context and within tight timeframes. Strong negotiation skills: experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and ability to influence and persuade in decision-making processes both internally and externally. Excellent technical skills: demonstrated ability to draft clear, professional and legally robust correspondence, advice, contracts, policies and other documentation as required, with appropriate form and style. First class interpersonal and communication skills: able to, and enjoy, building and maintaining good relationships both internally and externally at all levels. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and juggling multiple priorities. Ability to work independently, but also a team player: fostering knowledge sharing and involved in the day-to-day.
Perhaps you're looking for international experience? Or perhaps you simply want to join a business with ambitious growth plans? This is a great time to join this international specialist insurer as it seeks to expand into new jurisdictions and new markets. Managing a small team, this is a very hands-on role that will see you provide key advice and insight across existing international operations (UK, US and Europe) and also with regards to further growth. You'll be responsible for the ongoing development of the firm's Compliance framework, policies and procedures and also take ownership for the planning and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan. In addition, you'll undertake horizon scanning of the regulatory landscape across all relevant jurisdictions and provide advice, training and management updates as appropriate. You'll also have responsibility as MLRO within one of the operating companies. You'll also provide legal support to the business, especially on partner and contract agreements, intellectual property, legal ramifications of international expansion etc. You will have the support of the Group General Counsel and external legal assistance. You'll be a qualified solicitor and experienced senior Legal & Compliance specialist familiar with operating at 'Head of' level or equivalent within the general insurance arena. A strong understanding of relevant regulatory compliance (ICOBS, SYSC, DISP etc.) and financial crime compliance (AML, JMLSG etc.) regulations is essential. You must also be happy working in a hands-on manner - you'll never be far from the coalface. Does this sound like you? Are you up for the challenge? If so, click apply and send over your CV. Not got an up to date CV? Don't worry, you can always give me (Mark) a call on for a confidential discussion or email me at letting me know that you're interested. We'll pick it up from there. Location: London Workplace: Hybrid Working Reference: 415140a To apply for this position, please click on 'Apply Now' button or email your CV together with details of your current remuneration to quoting reference 415140a . Willow Resourcing, 2nd Floor, 3 Brindley Place, Birmingham, B1 2JB.
May 03, 2024
Full time
Perhaps you're looking for international experience? Or perhaps you simply want to join a business with ambitious growth plans? This is a great time to join this international specialist insurer as it seeks to expand into new jurisdictions and new markets. Managing a small team, this is a very hands-on role that will see you provide key advice and insight across existing international operations (UK, US and Europe) and also with regards to further growth. You'll be responsible for the ongoing development of the firm's Compliance framework, policies and procedures and also take ownership for the planning and execution of the Compliance Monitoring Plan. In addition, you'll undertake horizon scanning of the regulatory landscape across all relevant jurisdictions and provide advice, training and management updates as appropriate. You'll also have responsibility as MLRO within one of the operating companies. You'll also provide legal support to the business, especially on partner and contract agreements, intellectual property, legal ramifications of international expansion etc. You will have the support of the Group General Counsel and external legal assistance. You'll be a qualified solicitor and experienced senior Legal & Compliance specialist familiar with operating at 'Head of' level or equivalent within the general insurance arena. A strong understanding of relevant regulatory compliance (ICOBS, SYSC, DISP etc.) and financial crime compliance (AML, JMLSG etc.) regulations is essential. You must also be happy working in a hands-on manner - you'll never be far from the coalface. Does this sound like you? Are you up for the challenge? If so, click apply and send over your CV. Not got an up to date CV? Don't worry, you can always give me (Mark) a call on for a confidential discussion or email me at letting me know that you're interested. We'll pick it up from there. Location: London Workplace: Hybrid Working Reference: 415140a To apply for this position, please click on 'Apply Now' button or email your CV together with details of your current remuneration to quoting reference 415140a . Willow Resourcing, 2nd Floor, 3 Brindley Place, Birmingham, B1 2JB.