We're making the world of digital assets accessible and secure for everyone.Join the mission. Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 20% of the world's crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nanos. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of more than 900 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets - including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 6 millions units already sold in 200 countries. At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency. Hear from our employees how they shape the work we do here . In the context of growth, Ledger is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal Team (which is part of our legal team), to help support our growing Ledger Enterprise Services (LES) business. This is a strategic role and as a Commercial Legal Counsel, you will report to the Senior Legal Director for the Commercial Legal Team and be part of a team composed of dynamic and talented lawyers from different backgrounds and various industries. You will be exposed to cutting edge legal and commercial topics in the rapidly evolving blockchain and crypto industry, where the story is yet to be written. Missions : Be first point of contact for LES and lead the legal support for commercial engagements and assist in the drafting and review of a wide variety of commercial agreements to meet business and legal requirements, including LES Agreements, sales and distribution agreements, IT agreements, marketing agreements, general terms & conditions, direct and indirect procurement agreements, confidentiality agreements and requests for proposals. Help the business develop new go-to-market strategies and products and services, and advise on the same. Improve existing contract templates and create new ones, working closely with other functions and legal team members. Research and advise on relevant laws which could apply to Ledger directly or could otherwise impact LES. Define and drive improvements in the management of legal processes and contract documentation flows, approvals, reporting and archiving consistent with internal processes. Work closely with other functions to contribute to the development of internal tools and to the improvement of existing processes, guidelines and policies. Ensure that KYB and other processes are followed and progress efficiently. Advise on disputes and help the broader legal team in improving and creating compliant solutions to resolve complicated business challenges. As a general note, Ledger being a scale-up, we also expect the Commercial Legal Counsel, as part of the legal team, to be flexible and jump in on other topics and help other team members in other areas as the need may arise from time to time. What we're looking for ? Bachelor's degree in Law or non-law degree with GDL/Diploma. Current Practicing Certificate (English Qualification). At least 5 years commercial legal experience dealing with Platform as a Service (PaaS) or similar businesses at a global law firm and/or in-house legal department. Excellent experience with contract drafting and negotiation in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Very rigorous, pragmatic and business oriented. Ability to be autonomous and meet deadlines, and organize, prioritize and multitask. Creative and practical thinker who can communicate information accurately and completely, while being concise and digestible for non-lawyers. Collaborative team player standing ready to help colleagues. At ease in a high growth, fast paced and innovative environment. Knowledge of the crypto industry is a plus but not required. What's in it for you ? Equity: Employees are the foundation of our success, and we award stock options so you can share in that success as we grow Flexibility: A hybrid work policy Social: Frequent social events, snacks and drinks in our Holborn office Medical: Comprehensive health insurance policy offering extensive medical, dental and vision care coverage Well-being: Personal development, coaching & fitness with our dedicated partners Vacation: 28 days of paid leave per year, in addition to national holidays High tech: Access to high performance office equipment and gadgets, including Apple products Transport: Ledger reimburses part of your preferred means of transportation Discounts: Employee discount on all our products. We are an equal opportunity employer for all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age.
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
We're making the world of digital assets accessible and secure for everyone.Join the mission. Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 20% of the world's crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nanos. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of more than 900 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets - including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 6 millions units already sold in 200 countries. At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency. Hear from our employees how they shape the work we do here . In the context of growth, Ledger is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal Team (which is part of our legal team), to help support our growing Ledger Enterprise Services (LES) business. This is a strategic role and as a Commercial Legal Counsel, you will report to the Senior Legal Director for the Commercial Legal Team and be part of a team composed of dynamic and talented lawyers from different backgrounds and various industries. You will be exposed to cutting edge legal and commercial topics in the rapidly evolving blockchain and crypto industry, where the story is yet to be written. Missions : Be first point of contact for LES and lead the legal support for commercial engagements and assist in the drafting and review of a wide variety of commercial agreements to meet business and legal requirements, including LES Agreements, sales and distribution agreements, IT agreements, marketing agreements, general terms & conditions, direct and indirect procurement agreements, confidentiality agreements and requests for proposals. Help the business develop new go-to-market strategies and products and services, and advise on the same. Improve existing contract templates and create new ones, working closely with other functions and legal team members. Research and advise on relevant laws which could apply to Ledger directly or could otherwise impact LES. Define and drive improvements in the management of legal processes and contract documentation flows, approvals, reporting and archiving consistent with internal processes. Work closely with other functions to contribute to the development of internal tools and to the improvement of existing processes, guidelines and policies. Ensure that KYB and other processes are followed and progress efficiently. Advise on disputes and help the broader legal team in improving and creating compliant solutions to resolve complicated business challenges. As a general note, Ledger being a scale-up, we also expect the Commercial Legal Counsel, as part of the legal team, to be flexible and jump in on other topics and help other team members in other areas as the need may arise from time to time. What we're looking for ? Bachelor's degree in Law or non-law degree with GDL/Diploma. Current Practicing Certificate (English Qualification). At least 5 years commercial legal experience dealing with Platform as a Service (PaaS) or similar businesses at a global law firm and/or in-house legal department. Excellent experience with contract drafting and negotiation in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Very rigorous, pragmatic and business oriented. Ability to be autonomous and meet deadlines, and organize, prioritize and multitask. Creative and practical thinker who can communicate information accurately and completely, while being concise and digestible for non-lawyers. Collaborative team player standing ready to help colleagues. At ease in a high growth, fast paced and innovative environment. Knowledge of the crypto industry is a plus but not required. What's in it for you ? Equity: Employees are the foundation of our success, and we award stock options so you can share in that success as we grow Flexibility: A hybrid work policy Social: Frequent social events, snacks and drinks in our Holborn office Medical: Comprehensive health insurance policy offering extensive medical, dental and vision care coverage Well-being: Personal development, coaching & fitness with our dedicated partners Vacation: 28 days of paid leave per year, in addition to national holidays High tech: Access to high performance office equipment and gadgets, including Apple products Transport: Ledger reimburses part of your preferred means of transportation Discounts: Employee discount on all our products. We are an equal opportunity employer for all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age.
The Vacancy A bit about the role We are recruiting for an administrator within our Dispute Resolution Team in our Manchester office. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual who has the desire to establish themselves in a highly regarded and talented team. The LSA provides junior secretarial, administrative and clerical support to the Partners and fee earners in the department by assisting and supporting the senior secretaries with tasks that include but are not limited to the below. Inclusiveness and Diversity At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes. Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process. For accessibility information on our Manchester offices, please visit our website. Responsibilities Photocopying, scanning and printing, taking care to check all work before passing over, i.e. are any pages missing, is the document legible Processing expenses, invoices and payments received - to take follow up action where appropriate Opening and closing files Assisting with billing matters Data input within InterAtion to include marketing lists Audio, copy typing including amending documents, letters and emails ensuring house styles are adhered to. Dealing with post folders Dealing with electronic portals e.g. High-Q/iManage share Supporting the preparation of bulk documentation, files and bundles Preparing voluminous and complicated packs of papers and ensuring that the correct papers go to the correct recipients and that they are carefully checked and presented professionally Using Outlook to send and monitor calendar appointments Electronic and physical paper filing Taking responsibility for the files you keep and ensuring that they are always up to date and that papers can be retrieved easily Providing additional support to the PAs in the team Experience and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have administration experience gained in a junior role within a professional services/law firm, looking to progress their career in a top city firm Good overall IT skills, including the use Word and Outlook. Powerpoint and Excel would be helpful but not necessary Good communication skills with the ability to liaise and work well with Partners, Associates, Fee earners, Business Support staff and other secretaries Typing speed of ideally 35wpm, we will help you to develop to a higher speed GCSE Maths and English, grade A - C would be an advantage when applying Have the ability to work independently with good attention to detail Reliable and professional with strong organisational / time management skills Adaptable and proactive Reliable and professional Good telephone manner is essential What can we offer you? Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more. Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more. We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas. We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
The Vacancy A bit about the role We are recruiting for an administrator within our Dispute Resolution Team in our Manchester office. We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual who has the desire to establish themselves in a highly regarded and talented team. The LSA provides junior secretarial, administrative and clerical support to the Partners and fee earners in the department by assisting and supporting the senior secretaries with tasks that include but are not limited to the below. Inclusiveness and Diversity At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes. Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher's Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process. For accessibility information on our Manchester offices, please visit our website. Responsibilities Photocopying, scanning and printing, taking care to check all work before passing over, i.e. are any pages missing, is the document legible Processing expenses, invoices and payments received - to take follow up action where appropriate Opening and closing files Assisting with billing matters Data input within InterAtion to include marketing lists Audio, copy typing including amending documents, letters and emails ensuring house styles are adhered to. Dealing with post folders Dealing with electronic portals e.g. High-Q/iManage share Supporting the preparation of bulk documentation, files and bundles Preparing voluminous and complicated packs of papers and ensuring that the correct papers go to the correct recipients and that they are carefully checked and presented professionally Using Outlook to send and monitor calendar appointments Electronic and physical paper filing Taking responsibility for the files you keep and ensuring that they are always up to date and that papers can be retrieved easily Providing additional support to the PAs in the team Experience and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have administration experience gained in a junior role within a professional services/law firm, looking to progress their career in a top city firm Good overall IT skills, including the use Word and Outlook. Powerpoint and Excel would be helpful but not necessary Good communication skills with the ability to liaise and work well with Partners, Associates, Fee earners, Business Support staff and other secretaries Typing speed of ideally 35wpm, we will help you to develop to a higher speed GCSE Maths and English, grade A - C would be an advantage when applying Have the ability to work independently with good attention to detail Reliable and professional with strong organisational / time management skills Adaptable and proactive Reliable and professional Good telephone manner is essential What can we offer you? Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more. Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more. We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas. We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!
Legal Counsel IS, Vice President page is loaded Legal Counsel IS, Vice President Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-740769 Purpose of Role State Street's legal team is looking for a legal counsel with strong commercial contracts experience to provide strategic legal support to its Investment Services UK, Middle East and Africa business. This is a great opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and collegial team of in-house lawyers that develop innovative solutions to legal challenges in a highly regulated environment, as a key partner to the IS UKMEA business. Role specifics Drafting and negotiating, and advising on, a broad range of service contracts, including custody, fund accounting and investment analytics agreements and complex middle office and data service outsourcing contracts for a variety of UKMEA clients including asset managers, official institutions, asset owners and insurance companies Analysing the legal implications of regulations applicable to the IS UKMEA business' services and operations Supporting new strategic business development initiatives, including negotiating and drafting heads of terms documents Liaising with senior and executive legal, business, risk and compliance stakeholders to drive outcomes that meet the requirements, priorities and deadlines of the business Proactively supporting new product and business developments, including the expansion of services into new jurisdictions, and group legal initiatives Collaborating with lawyers in other business lines and jurisdictions Instructing and managing external counsel Qualifications: Minimum 8 years' PQE Skills and Experience City law firm background Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation, written and verbal communication skills, ability to formulate legal advice and positions clearly and concisely in a commercial environment Financial services, commercial contracts/outsourcing and/or M&A experience Solution-oriented, intellectual flexibility to work through complex issues with multiple stakeholders and to propose workable solutions within tight deadlines Quick learner and team player with a proactive 'can do' approach Ability to build good relationships with variety of stakeholders About Us Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider applications for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. For more information, for U.S. jobs only, please read our CEO Statement .
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Legal Counsel IS, Vice President page is loaded Legal Counsel IS, Vice President Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-740769 Purpose of Role State Street's legal team is looking for a legal counsel with strong commercial contracts experience to provide strategic legal support to its Investment Services UK, Middle East and Africa business. This is a great opportunity to become an integral part of a dynamic and collegial team of in-house lawyers that develop innovative solutions to legal challenges in a highly regulated environment, as a key partner to the IS UKMEA business. Role specifics Drafting and negotiating, and advising on, a broad range of service contracts, including custody, fund accounting and investment analytics agreements and complex middle office and data service outsourcing contracts for a variety of UKMEA clients including asset managers, official institutions, asset owners and insurance companies Analysing the legal implications of regulations applicable to the IS UKMEA business' services and operations Supporting new strategic business development initiatives, including negotiating and drafting heads of terms documents Liaising with senior and executive legal, business, risk and compliance stakeholders to drive outcomes that meet the requirements, priorities and deadlines of the business Proactively supporting new product and business developments, including the expansion of services into new jurisdictions, and group legal initiatives Collaborating with lawyers in other business lines and jurisdictions Instructing and managing external counsel Qualifications: Minimum 8 years' PQE Skills and Experience City law firm background Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation, written and verbal communication skills, ability to formulate legal advice and positions clearly and concisely in a commercial environment Financial services, commercial contracts/outsourcing and/or M&A experience Solution-oriented, intellectual flexibility to work through complex issues with multiple stakeholders and to propose workable solutions within tight deadlines Quick learner and team player with a proactive 'can do' approach Ability to build good relationships with variety of stakeholders About Us Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider applications for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. For more information, for U.S. jobs only, please read our CEO Statement .
This is an exciting opportunity within Macquarie's Commodities & Global Markets (CGM) Fixed Income and Currencies Securitisation desk and asset-backed lending team. This is a dynamic and entrepreneurial team with a strong track record of achievement and backing from senior management. The team provides warehouses, asset-backed loans, proprietary capital and capital market access to clients or special situations. At Macquarie, we are working to create lasting value for our communities, our clients and our people. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 54 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drive outcomes. What role will you play? You will be performing a structuring role within the Securitisation team as well as participating in the origination, distribution and internal approvals for transactions . The structuring role will require you to have experience of working with rating agencies, external lawyers, borrowers, investors and risk management teams for the purpose of asset-backed lending/warehouses and arranging capital market transactions. What you offer 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in structuring public and private credit transactions, including the drafting of term sheets, deal analysis and preparation of approvals The ability to acquire knowledge of structuring and trading applications such as Bloomberg, Intex, Excel and rating agency criteria Fluent in written and spoken English is essential along with a good standard of another European language such as French, Italian, German or Spanish would be advantageous We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria and location, include: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave. Primary carers are eligible for minimum 20 weeks paid leave and minimum 6 weeks for secondary carer Paid volunteer leave and donation matching Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Program Recognition and service awards About Commodities and Global Markets In Commodities and Global Markets you will be part of a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity within Macquarie's Commodities & Global Markets (CGM) Fixed Income and Currencies Securitisation desk and asset-backed lending team. This is a dynamic and entrepreneurial team with a strong track record of achievement and backing from senior management. The team provides warehouses, asset-backed loans, proprietary capital and capital market access to clients or special situations. At Macquarie, we are working to create lasting value for our communities, our clients and our people. We are a global financial services group operating in 34 markets and with 54 years of unbroken profitability. You'll be part of a supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drive outcomes. What role will you play? You will be performing a structuring role within the Securitisation team as well as participating in the origination, distribution and internal approvals for transactions . The structuring role will require you to have experience of working with rating agencies, external lawyers, borrowers, investors and risk management teams for the purpose of asset-backed lending/warehouses and arranging capital market transactions. What you offer 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in structuring public and private credit transactions, including the drafting of term sheets, deal analysis and preparation of approvals The ability to acquire knowledge of structuring and trading applications such as Bloomberg, Intex, Excel and rating agency criteria Fluent in written and spoken English is essential along with a good standard of another European language such as French, Italian, German or Spanish would be advantageous We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria and location, include: Hybrid and flexible working arrangements One wellbeing leave day per year and minimum 25 days of annual leave. Primary carers are eligible for minimum 20 weeks paid leave and minimum 6 weeks for secondary carer Paid volunteer leave and donation matching Range of benefits to support your physical, psychological and financial wellbeing Employee Assistance Program Recognition and service awards About Commodities and Global Markets In Commodities and Global Markets you will be part of a global business offering capital and financing, risk management, market access, physical execution and logistics solutions to its diverse client base. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We are committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including color and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief.
About Us At WeWork we provide inspiring and flexible workplace solutions to help businesses - small, medium, or large - thrive in more than 150 cities globally. The future of work is happening right now, and we are leading this moment. United by a common purpose, here we will empower tomorrow's world at work. Join us on our journey as we give our members the freedom and support to push boundaries in their industries, and work to redefine our own. About the Role The real estate legal team is responsible for providing the business with legal counsel on real estate strategy and on real estate transactional and asset management matters. As a dedicated member of a regional transactional team, you will advise internal partners on real estate issues, contribute to cross-functional projects, advise the deal team throughout transactions, and lead legal negotiations. Through cross-functional collaboration and application of your commercial and legal skills, you will be instrumental in managing the company's portfolio across the region. The role will report into the regional head of real estate legal. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for real estate legal matters relating to a large portfolio of WeWork locations. Engage in cross-functional problem solving and coordinate with the regional and global real estate teams on large projects, including performing real estate diligence for corporate transactions. Lead legal negotiations on a variety of real estate transactions (particularly leases, lease restructurings and management agreements), and provide commercially minded legal advice to deal partners and financial analysts from term sheet stage through to closing of the deal Collaborate with stakeholders, including construction and design, building operations, tax, insurance and finance, to ensure each team's unique needs are met throughout the transaction. Interpreting leases and supporting the WeWork business on any asset-related questions, issues, escalations or disputes. Collaborate to develop, define and improve internal processes. Provide strategic and practical advice to internal clients at all levels, including senior executives. About you England & Wales qualified real estate lawyer. Extensive in-house or private practice experience in commercial real estate law. Strong capabilities in all aspects of leasing transactions. Familiarity with navigating legal disputes and litigation. Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Reliable, focused and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to consistently meet deadlines and prioritise effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to deal collaboratively with others. Excellent time management skills and experience running multiple projects at a time. Excels under pressure and has the ability to adapt within a dynamic environment. Ability to spot novel issues and escalate them appropriately. Has the ability to work both independently (with minimal oversight), and takes ownership of own work product. About WeWork Being a WeWork employee is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you-because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups , or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated. WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law. -
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
About Us At WeWork we provide inspiring and flexible workplace solutions to help businesses - small, medium, or large - thrive in more than 150 cities globally. The future of work is happening right now, and we are leading this moment. United by a common purpose, here we will empower tomorrow's world at work. Join us on our journey as we give our members the freedom and support to push boundaries in their industries, and work to redefine our own. About the Role The real estate legal team is responsible for providing the business with legal counsel on real estate strategy and on real estate transactional and asset management matters. As a dedicated member of a regional transactional team, you will advise internal partners on real estate issues, contribute to cross-functional projects, advise the deal team throughout transactions, and lead legal negotiations. Through cross-functional collaboration and application of your commercial and legal skills, you will be instrumental in managing the company's portfolio across the region. The role will report into the regional head of real estate legal. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for real estate legal matters relating to a large portfolio of WeWork locations. Engage in cross-functional problem solving and coordinate with the regional and global real estate teams on large projects, including performing real estate diligence for corporate transactions. Lead legal negotiations on a variety of real estate transactions (particularly leases, lease restructurings and management agreements), and provide commercially minded legal advice to deal partners and financial analysts from term sheet stage through to closing of the deal Collaborate with stakeholders, including construction and design, building operations, tax, insurance and finance, to ensure each team's unique needs are met throughout the transaction. Interpreting leases and supporting the WeWork business on any asset-related questions, issues, escalations or disputes. Collaborate to develop, define and improve internal processes. Provide strategic and practical advice to internal clients at all levels, including senior executives. About you England & Wales qualified real estate lawyer. Extensive in-house or private practice experience in commercial real estate law. Strong capabilities in all aspects of leasing transactions. Familiarity with navigating legal disputes and litigation. Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Reliable, focused and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to consistently meet deadlines and prioritise effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to deal collaboratively with others. Excellent time management skills and experience running multiple projects at a time. Excels under pressure and has the ability to adapt within a dynamic environment. Ability to spot novel issues and escalate them appropriately. Has the ability to work both independently (with minimal oversight), and takes ownership of own work product. About WeWork Being a WeWork employee is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you-because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups , or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated. WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law. -
Legal Counsel, VP (Hybrid) page is loaded Legal Counsel, VP (Hybrid) Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-746713 The Vice President will be responsible for working independently and as part of a legal team of 5 - 6 lawyers on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters relating to the sales, trading and research business and the portfolio solutions business across the EMEA region. The candidate will need experience working with sophisticated business partners and institutional clients in connection with these - often regulated - product types as well as experience in offering these product types in the EMEA region in a post-Brexit environment. The role is located in State Street's offices in Canary Wharf, London, UK. Qualifications include: Solicitor or barrister qualified to practise English law; Right to work in the UK; Extensive experience practising in a major law firm and/or in-house working in the relevant product areas in EMEA; Specifically expertise dealing with ISDA Master Agreements and related collateral arrangements, bespoke currency trading agreements, currency management agreements, outsourced trading agreements, brokerage agreements and research payment agreements; Experience dealing with all aspects of MiFID and EMIR; Strong understanding of licensing laws relevant to cross-border activity in EMEA; Track record of working in a high performing team and working to tight deadlines; Strong and sophisticated drafting and negotiating experience. Why this role is important to us The person filling this role will be responsible for all aspects of supporting these businesses and their growth initiatives and client onboardings. What you will be responsible for The candidate will be responsible for duties including the following: Drafting and negotiating legal contracts and documentation, including ISDA master agreements, credit support annexes, bespoke currency trading and currency management documentation and netting documentation and the ability to craft new forms of documentation for use globally as required; Collaborating with global legal colleagues to effectively and efficiently onboard new clients; Conducting, leading and training others regarding netting, enforceability, jurisdictional and other reviews; Advising on applicable laws and regulations; Providing legal analysis in connection with changes to existing product offerings and new product offerings; Active involvement in the preparation of legal analysis to be put before internal new product approval committees; Assisting with regulatory inquiries; Providing legal support to senior global business colleagues; Managing consultation process with external legal counsel; Ensuring all internal legal templates, policies and guidelines are understood and implemented and are up to date against applicable legislation. The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role: Results oriented with strong project management and execution skills; Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with ability to sustain strong relationships with clients, peers and staff; Ability to interact with multiple levels in an organization and in multiple jurisdictions; Keen understanding of market practice impacting the business lines in the relevant jurisdictions and ability to work with business units to achieve practical solutions within applicable regulatory and risk parameters; Strong time management, planning and organizational skills; Ability to work independently but also thrive in a global, dynamic and team-oriented environment; Flexibility and an eagerness to learn; Ability to manage workflows in the best interests both of the business needs and their growth. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at Similar Jobs (1) Legal Counsel IS, Vice President locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider applications for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. For more information, for U.S. jobs only, please read our CEO Statement .
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Legal Counsel, VP (Hybrid) page is loaded Legal Counsel, VP (Hybrid) Apply locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R-746713 The Vice President will be responsible for working independently and as part of a legal team of 5 - 6 lawyers on a wide range of legal and regulatory matters relating to the sales, trading and research business and the portfolio solutions business across the EMEA region. The candidate will need experience working with sophisticated business partners and institutional clients in connection with these - often regulated - product types as well as experience in offering these product types in the EMEA region in a post-Brexit environment. The role is located in State Street's offices in Canary Wharf, London, UK. Qualifications include: Solicitor or barrister qualified to practise English law; Right to work in the UK; Extensive experience practising in a major law firm and/or in-house working in the relevant product areas in EMEA; Specifically expertise dealing with ISDA Master Agreements and related collateral arrangements, bespoke currency trading agreements, currency management agreements, outsourced trading agreements, brokerage agreements and research payment agreements; Experience dealing with all aspects of MiFID and EMIR; Strong understanding of licensing laws relevant to cross-border activity in EMEA; Track record of working in a high performing team and working to tight deadlines; Strong and sophisticated drafting and negotiating experience. Why this role is important to us The person filling this role will be responsible for all aspects of supporting these businesses and their growth initiatives and client onboardings. What you will be responsible for The candidate will be responsible for duties including the following: Drafting and negotiating legal contracts and documentation, including ISDA master agreements, credit support annexes, bespoke currency trading and currency management documentation and netting documentation and the ability to craft new forms of documentation for use globally as required; Collaborating with global legal colleagues to effectively and efficiently onboard new clients; Conducting, leading and training others regarding netting, enforceability, jurisdictional and other reviews; Advising on applicable laws and regulations; Providing legal analysis in connection with changes to existing product offerings and new product offerings; Active involvement in the preparation of legal analysis to be put before internal new product approval committees; Assisting with regulatory inquiries; Providing legal support to senior global business colleagues; Managing consultation process with external legal counsel; Ensuring all internal legal templates, policies and guidelines are understood and implemented and are up to date against applicable legislation. The above cited duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities that an incumbent may be expected or asked to perform. What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role: Results oriented with strong project management and execution skills; Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills with ability to sustain strong relationships with clients, peers and staff; Ability to interact with multiple levels in an organization and in multiple jurisdictions; Keen understanding of market practice impacting the business lines in the relevant jurisdictions and ability to work with business units to achieve practical solutions within applicable regulatory and risk parameters; Strong time management, planning and organizational skills; Ability to work independently but also thrive in a global, dynamic and team-oriented environment; Flexibility and an eagerness to learn; Ability to manage workflows in the best interests both of the business needs and their growth. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Discover more at Similar Jobs (1) Legal Counsel IS, Vice President locations London, England time type Full time posted on Posted 9 Days Ago Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and able to meet their full potential infuses our company values. It's also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. You'll have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. Join us. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider applications for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. For more information, for U.S. jobs only, please read our CEO Statement .
We're making the world of digital assets accessible and secure for everyone.Join the mission. Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 20% of the world's crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nanos. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of more than 900 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets - including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 6 millions units already sold in 200 countries. At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency. Hear from our employees how they shape the work we do here . In the context of growth, Ledger is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal Team (which is part of our legal team), to help support our growing Ledger Enterprise Services (LES) business. This is a strategic role and as a Commercial Legal Counsel, you will report to the Senior Legal Director for the Commercial Legal Team and be part of a team composed of dynamic and talented lawyers from different backgrounds and various industries. You will be exposed to cutting edge legal and commercial topics in the rapidly evolving blockchain and crypto industry, where the story is yet to be written. Missions : Be first point of contact for LES and lead the legal support for commercial engagements and assist in the drafting and review of a wide variety of commercial agreements to meet business and legal requirements, including LES Agreements, sales and distribution agreements, IT agreements, marketing agreements, general terms & conditions, direct and indirect procurement agreements, confidentiality agreements and requests for proposals. Help the business develop new go-to-market strategies and products and services, and advise on the same. Improve existing contract templates and create new ones, working closely with other functions and legal team members. Research and advise on relevant laws which could apply to Ledger directly or could otherwise impact LES. Define and drive improvements in the management of legal processes and contract documentation flows, approvals, reporting and archiving consistent with internal processes. Work closely with other functions to contribute to the development of internal tools and to the improvement of existing processes, guidelines and policies. Ensure that KYB and other processes are followed and progress efficiently. Advise on disputes and help the broader legal team in improving and creating compliant solutions to resolve complicated business challenges. As a general note, Ledger being a scale-up, we also expect the Commercial Legal Counsel, as part of the legal team, to be flexible and jump in on other topics and help other team members in other areas as the need may arise from time to time. What we're looking for ? Bachelor's degree in Law or non-law degree with GDL/Diploma. Current Practicing Certificate (English Qualification). At least 5 years commercial legal experience dealing with Platform as a Service (PaaS) or similar businesses at a global law firm and/or in-house legal department. Excellent experience with contract drafting and negotiation in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Very rigorous, pragmatic and business oriented. Ability to be autonomous and meet deadlines, and organize, prioritize and multitask. Creative and practical thinker who can communicate information accurately and completely, while being concise and digestible for non-lawyers. Collaborative team player standing ready to help colleagues. At ease in a high growth, fast paced and innovative environment. Knowledge of the crypto industry is a plus but not required. What's in it for you ? Equity: Employees are the foundation of our success, and we award stock options so you can share in that success as we grow Flexibility: A hybrid work policy Social: Frequent social events, snacks and drinks in our Holborn office Medical: Comprehensive health insurance policy offering extensive medical, dental and vision care coverage Well-being: Personal development, coaching & fitness with our dedicated partners Vacation: 28 days of paid leave per year, in addition to national holidays High tech: Access to high performance office equipment and gadgets, including Apple products Transport: Ledger reimburses part of your preferred means of transportation Discounts: Employee discount on all our products. We are an equal opportunity employer for all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
We're making the world of digital assets accessible and secure for everyone.Join the mission. Founded in 2014, Ledger is the global platform for digital assets and Web3. Over 20% of the world's crypto assets are secured through our Ledger Nanos. Headquartered in Paris and Vierzon, with offices in the UK, US, Switzerland and Singapore, Ledger has a team of more than 900 professionals developing a variety of products and services to enable individuals and companies to securely buy, store, swap, grow and manage crypto assets - including the Ledger hardware wallets line with more than 6 millions units already sold in 200 countries. At Ledger, we embody the values that make us unique: Pragmatism, Audacity, Commitment, Trust and Transparency. Hear from our employees how they shape the work we do here . In the context of growth, Ledger is seeking a Commercial Legal Counsel to join its Commercial Legal Team (which is part of our legal team), to help support our growing Ledger Enterprise Services (LES) business. This is a strategic role and as a Commercial Legal Counsel, you will report to the Senior Legal Director for the Commercial Legal Team and be part of a team composed of dynamic and talented lawyers from different backgrounds and various industries. You will be exposed to cutting edge legal and commercial topics in the rapidly evolving blockchain and crypto industry, where the story is yet to be written. Missions : Be first point of contact for LES and lead the legal support for commercial engagements and assist in the drafting and review of a wide variety of commercial agreements to meet business and legal requirements, including LES Agreements, sales and distribution agreements, IT agreements, marketing agreements, general terms & conditions, direct and indirect procurement agreements, confidentiality agreements and requests for proposals. Help the business develop new go-to-market strategies and products and services, and advise on the same. Improve existing contract templates and create new ones, working closely with other functions and legal team members. Research and advise on relevant laws which could apply to Ledger directly or could otherwise impact LES. Define and drive improvements in the management of legal processes and contract documentation flows, approvals, reporting and archiving consistent with internal processes. Work closely with other functions to contribute to the development of internal tools and to the improvement of existing processes, guidelines and policies. Ensure that KYB and other processes are followed and progress efficiently. Advise on disputes and help the broader legal team in improving and creating compliant solutions to resolve complicated business challenges. As a general note, Ledger being a scale-up, we also expect the Commercial Legal Counsel, as part of the legal team, to be flexible and jump in on other topics and help other team members in other areas as the need may arise from time to time. What we're looking for ? Bachelor's degree in Law or non-law degree with GDL/Diploma. Current Practicing Certificate (English Qualification). At least 5 years commercial legal experience dealing with Platform as a Service (PaaS) or similar businesses at a global law firm and/or in-house legal department. Excellent experience with contract drafting and negotiation in English. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Very rigorous, pragmatic and business oriented. Ability to be autonomous and meet deadlines, and organize, prioritize and multitask. Creative and practical thinker who can communicate information accurately and completely, while being concise and digestible for non-lawyers. Collaborative team player standing ready to help colleagues. At ease in a high growth, fast paced and innovative environment. Knowledge of the crypto industry is a plus but not required. What's in it for you ? Equity: Employees are the foundation of our success, and we award stock options so you can share in that success as we grow Flexibility: A hybrid work policy Social: Frequent social events, snacks and drinks in our Holborn office Medical: Comprehensive health insurance policy offering extensive medical, dental and vision care coverage Well-being: Personal development, coaching & fitness with our dedicated partners Vacation: 28 days of paid leave per year, in addition to national holidays High tech: Access to high performance office equipment and gadgets, including Apple products Transport: Ledger reimburses part of your preferred means of transportation Discounts: Employee discount on all our products. We are an equal opportunity employer for all without any distinction of gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, social status, disability or age.
The starting salary for this role is £50,047 - £55,125 per annum depending on experience. This salary is based on a 36-hour working week, but we will consider applications from candidates looking for part time or flexible hours (subject to a minimum commitment of 28 hours per week). The Council adopts an agile working policy with flexible working arrangements which include access to our offices in Reigate, Leatherhead and Weybridge combined with remote or home working . The team are very approachable (even when working remotely!) so there will always be someone to provide you with support and discuss matters with. If you are an admitted Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX of England and Wales with a current practising certificate looking for a new opportunity to develop your career in Employment Law, we have a great opportunity for a new Lawyer to join our fantastic Legal Services. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the team Our team culture is one which is supportive and engaged. If you are interested in developing and enhancing your existing skills whilst undertaking quality and varied work in the area of employment, we'd love to hear from you. About the role As an Employment Lawyer, you will join a supportive, successful and Lexcel accredited in-house legal team that delivers effective legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council. You will carry out a range of key responsibilities, which will include: Providing advice on Employment law matters to the Council, Surrey Fire and Rescue and Surrey schools Working with Human Resources in order to provide practical support and advice on a wide range of matters including disciplinary action, grievances, discrimination, whistleblowing, recruitment matters, restructures, TUPE and exit strategies Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council and liaising with ACAS in relation to conciliation Deputising for the Senior Solicitor and assisting in the management of external counsel relationships Involvement in internal training and legal updates on relevant topics You will have the opportunity to join our Lawyers Career Scheme which will allow for accelerated career and salary progression based on performance. You will be supported through training, regular supervision and development plans to continue learning and developing your expertise and so achieve successful progression through the career scheme. Shortlisting criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You are a Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority Experience of employment law in either the private or public sector Experience of both contentious and non-contentious matters Experience working with clients at all levels Ability to give clear, accurate and practical advice We welcome applications from candidates with private sector experience with transferable skills and knowledge who are interested in working within local government. If you are looking for a role which is varied and interesting, with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14.04.2024 with interviews planned for 26.04.2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
The starting salary for this role is £50,047 - £55,125 per annum depending on experience. This salary is based on a 36-hour working week, but we will consider applications from candidates looking for part time or flexible hours (subject to a minimum commitment of 28 hours per week). The Council adopts an agile working policy with flexible working arrangements which include access to our offices in Reigate, Leatherhead and Weybridge combined with remote or home working . The team are very approachable (even when working remotely!) so there will always be someone to provide you with support and discuss matters with. If you are an admitted Solicitor, Barrister or CILEX of England and Wales with a current practising certificate looking for a new opportunity to develop your career in Employment Law, we have a great opportunity for a new Lawyer to join our fantastic Legal Services. Rewards and Benefits: 26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave A generous local government salary related pension Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more 2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources About the team Our team culture is one which is supportive and engaged. If you are interested in developing and enhancing your existing skills whilst undertaking quality and varied work in the area of employment, we'd love to hear from you. About the role As an Employment Lawyer, you will join a supportive, successful and Lexcel accredited in-house legal team that delivers effective legal advice, representation and assistance to the Council. You will carry out a range of key responsibilities, which will include: Providing advice on Employment law matters to the Council, Surrey Fire and Rescue and Surrey schools Working with Human Resources in order to provide practical support and advice on a wide range of matters including disciplinary action, grievances, discrimination, whistleblowing, recruitment matters, restructures, TUPE and exit strategies Managing Employment Tribunal cases on behalf of the Council and liaising with ACAS in relation to conciliation Deputising for the Senior Solicitor and assisting in the management of external counsel relationships Involvement in internal training and legal updates on relevant topics You will have the opportunity to join our Lawyers Career Scheme which will allow for accelerated career and salary progression based on performance. You will be supported through training, regular supervision and development plans to continue learning and developing your expertise and so achieve successful progression through the career scheme. Shortlisting criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following: You are a Solicitor, barrister or Fellow of CILEX, eligible to practise in England and Wales with a current practicing certificate issued by the relevant regulatory authority Experience of employment law in either the private or public sector Experience of both contentious and non-contentious matters Experience working with clients at all levels Ability to give clear, accurate and practical advice We welcome applications from candidates with private sector experience with transferable skills and knowledge who are interested in working within local government. If you are looking for a role which is varied and interesting, with an opportunity to develop your existing skills and experience by working in local government, please click the apply button below. Contact us Please contact us for any questions relating to the role. This could be to discuss flexible working requests, transferable skills or any barriers to employment. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 14.04.2024 with interviews planned for 26.04.2024. We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit. This post has been designated as a politically restricted post in accordance with the Local Government and Housing Act 1989. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role.
About Us At WeWork we provide inspiring and flexible workplace solutions to help businesses - small, medium, or large - thrive in more than 150 cities globally. The future of work is happening right now, and we are leading this moment. United by a common purpose, here we will empower tomorrow's world at work. Join us on our journey as we give our members the freedom and support to push boundaries in their industries, and work to redefine our own. About the Role The real estate legal team is responsible for providing the business with legal counsel on real estate strategy and on real estate transactional and asset management matters. As a dedicated member of a regional transactional team, you will advise internal partners on real estate issues, contribute to cross-functional projects, advise the deal team throughout transactions, and lead legal negotiations. Through cross-functional collaboration and application of your commercial and legal skills, you will be instrumental in managing the company's portfolio across the region. The role will report into the regional head of real estate legal. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for real estate legal matters relating to a large portfolio of WeWork locations. Engage in cross-functional problem solving and coordinate with the regional and global real estate teams on large projects, including performing real estate diligence for corporate transactions. Lead legal negotiations on a variety of real estate transactions (particularly leases, lease restructurings and management agreements), and provide commercially minded legal advice to deal partners and financial analysts from term sheet stage through to closing of the deal Collaborate with stakeholders, including construction and design, building operations, tax, insurance and finance, to ensure each team's unique needs are met throughout the transaction. Interpreting leases and supporting the WeWork business on any asset-related questions, issues, escalations or disputes. Collaborate to develop, define and improve internal processes. Provide strategic and practical advice to internal clients at all levels, including senior executives. About you England & Wales qualified real estate lawyer. Extensive in-house or private practice experience in commercial real estate law. Strong capabilities in all aspects of leasing transactions. Familiarity with navigating legal disputes and litigation. Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Reliable, focused and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to consistently meet deadlines and prioritise effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to deal collaboratively with others. Excellent time management skills and experience running multiple projects at a time. Excels under pressure and has the ability to adapt within a dynamic environment. Ability to spot novel issues and escalate them appropriately. Has the ability to work both independently (with minimal oversight), and takes ownership of own work product. About WeWork Being a WeWork employee is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you-because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups , or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated. WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law. -
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
About Us At WeWork we provide inspiring and flexible workplace solutions to help businesses - small, medium, or large - thrive in more than 150 cities globally. The future of work is happening right now, and we are leading this moment. United by a common purpose, here we will empower tomorrow's world at work. Join us on our journey as we give our members the freedom and support to push boundaries in their industries, and work to redefine our own. About the Role The real estate legal team is responsible for providing the business with legal counsel on real estate strategy and on real estate transactional and asset management matters. As a dedicated member of a regional transactional team, you will advise internal partners on real estate issues, contribute to cross-functional projects, advise the deal team throughout transactions, and lead legal negotiations. Through cross-functional collaboration and application of your commercial and legal skills, you will be instrumental in managing the company's portfolio across the region. The role will report into the regional head of real estate legal. Responsibilities Act as the primary point of contact for real estate legal matters relating to a large portfolio of WeWork locations. Engage in cross-functional problem solving and coordinate with the regional and global real estate teams on large projects, including performing real estate diligence for corporate transactions. Lead legal negotiations on a variety of real estate transactions (particularly leases, lease restructurings and management agreements), and provide commercially minded legal advice to deal partners and financial analysts from term sheet stage through to closing of the deal Collaborate with stakeholders, including construction and design, building operations, tax, insurance and finance, to ensure each team's unique needs are met throughout the transaction. Interpreting leases and supporting the WeWork business on any asset-related questions, issues, escalations or disputes. Collaborate to develop, define and improve internal processes. Provide strategic and practical advice to internal clients at all levels, including senior executives. About you England & Wales qualified real estate lawyer. Extensive in-house or private practice experience in commercial real estate law. Strong capabilities in all aspects of leasing transactions. Familiarity with navigating legal disputes and litigation. Impeccable and concise communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written. Reliable, focused and detail-oriented, with a proven ability to consistently meet deadlines and prioritise effectively. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to deal collaboratively with others. Excellent time management skills and experience running multiple projects at a time. Excels under pressure and has the ability to adapt within a dynamic environment. Ability to spot novel issues and escalate them appropriately. Has the ability to work both independently (with minimal oversight), and takes ownership of own work product. About WeWork Being a WeWork employee is more than just a job. We believe the magic of work is sparked by the passion you bring, the places you go, the people you meet and the purpose you follow. And it starts here. Here you will brush shoulders with those who dare to dream and do. Here you will be welcomed by a diverse community that embraces and inspires you-because together we can achieve more. Here we challenge ideas and explore new ways of getting things done. Whether you are part of our Employee Community Groups , or part of a global project, we ask you to bring your open-minded attitude and collaborative spirit. In return, you will be part of a team where your unique perspectives are celebrated. WeWork is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil status, pregnancy (or pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender reassignment, race, color, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including genetic testing and characteristics), military or veteran status, or any other grounds or characteristic that is protected under the law. -
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Insurance Europe are looking to hire a Senior Solicitor! As a Qualified Lawyer working in-house at Travelers, you will provide (under limited supervision) a broad range of cost-effective, high quality legal services. Legal services may include: general legal advice, contract drafting and negotiation, management of litigation, resolution of disputes with or on behalf of insureds, management of regulatory relationships, support for a broad range of business initiatives, and recognition, analysis and response to emerging issues and trends. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro-rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Working with all parts of the Travelers Europe businesses, with emphasis on support for the underwriting teams both at Lloyd's and in the UK-based insurance company, in connection with insurance and reinsurance matters;. Providing legal services to various functional areas within Travelers Europe, including but not limited to Compliance, Risk, Facilities management, Distribution, Finance, Marketing, Claims, IT, Operations and HR Identifying and mitigating legal risk in various parts of the business; advising on, implementing and where appropriate, managing various internal controls;. Ensuring that legal services are provided to the businesses in an efficient and professional manner (including supervising junior lawyers and other non-legal staff); instructing and supervising external law firms as appropriate;. Assisting where necessary with the resolution of legal issues, corporate initiatives, draft and comment on contracts / agreements and any other legal work related to Travelers Europe; Providing general support to the Travelers enterprise working collaboratively with other members of the Travelers legal teams worldwide. Managing specific projects and tasks in collaboration with team members and others within Travelers Europe and the Enterprise Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Thorough knowledge of managing lawyers is preferred. What is a Must Have? Qualified lawyer. Experience of working with a major City law firm. Recent in-house experience in insurance company or other financial services organisation. Thorough knowledge of Prudential Regulation Authority /Financial Conduct Authority and other regulatory authorities Admitted to Practice in England and Wales. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Insurance Europe are looking to hire a Senior Solicitor! As a Qualified Lawyer working in-house at Travelers, you will provide (under limited supervision) a broad range of cost-effective, high quality legal services. Legal services may include: general legal advice, contract drafting and negotiation, management of litigation, resolution of disputes with or on behalf of insureds, management of regulatory relationships, support for a broad range of business initiatives, and recognition, analysis and response to emerging issues and trends. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro-rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. What Will You Do? Working with all parts of the Travelers Europe businesses, with emphasis on support for the underwriting teams both at Lloyd's and in the UK-based insurance company, in connection with insurance and reinsurance matters;. Providing legal services to various functional areas within Travelers Europe, including but not limited to Compliance, Risk, Facilities management, Distribution, Finance, Marketing, Claims, IT, Operations and HR Identifying and mitigating legal risk in various parts of the business; advising on, implementing and where appropriate, managing various internal controls;. Ensuring that legal services are provided to the businesses in an efficient and professional manner (including supervising junior lawyers and other non-legal staff); instructing and supervising external law firms as appropriate;. Assisting where necessary with the resolution of legal issues, corporate initiatives, draft and comment on contracts / agreements and any other legal work related to Travelers Europe; Providing general support to the Travelers enterprise working collaboratively with other members of the Travelers legal teams worldwide. Managing specific projects and tasks in collaboration with team members and others within Travelers Europe and the Enterprise Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Thorough knowledge of managing lawyers is preferred. What is a Must Have? Qualified lawyer. Experience of working with a major City law firm. Recent in-house experience in insurance company or other financial services organisation. Thorough knowledge of Prudential Regulation Authority /Financial Conduct Authority and other regulatory authorities Admitted to Practice in England and Wales. What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a core contribution of a percentage of salary to your Pension Plan. Additionally, if you decide to contribute to the plan, you will receive an increased company contribution. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health programme provides access to free professional counseling services and other resources that support your daily life needs. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
Rachel Clark Legal Recruitment
Bradford, Yorkshire
Salary: up to £24,000 p.a., depending on experience Benefits: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays and options to purchase +5 days), various health and wellbeing benefits, pension, discounts on legal services, support with relevant qualifications Hours: full time, 37.5 hours A rarely available opportunity for a Conveyancing Assistant to join this thriving law firm's Residential Conveyancing department to assist a Senior Lawyer. The workload comprises non-volume, quality conveyancing transactions including Sales and Purchases and New Build. This is a super friendly and supportive working environment. Duties will include: Supporting the Conveyancer with Sales and Purchase files from instruction through to completion Liaising with clients and agents over the phone, face to face and by email Drafting documents, using the Land Registry portal Using in house case management. Ideally, you will have some Conveyancing experience together with an interest in Property law. Conveyancing Assistant Non-volume Bradford Clark Legal provides a very personal, caring and confidential service, second to none. It welcomes applications from all sections of the community and tries to ensure that all clients for which it recruits select staff solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, political beliefs and affiliations, family circumstances or other irrelevant distinctions. Information supplied to Clark Legal will be retained confidentially as appropriate and used solely as part of your job search.
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Salary: up to £24,000 p.a., depending on experience Benefits: 24 days holiday plus bank holidays and options to purchase +5 days), various health and wellbeing benefits, pension, discounts on legal services, support with relevant qualifications Hours: full time, 37.5 hours A rarely available opportunity for a Conveyancing Assistant to join this thriving law firm's Residential Conveyancing department to assist a Senior Lawyer. The workload comprises non-volume, quality conveyancing transactions including Sales and Purchases and New Build. This is a super friendly and supportive working environment. Duties will include: Supporting the Conveyancer with Sales and Purchase files from instruction through to completion Liaising with clients and agents over the phone, face to face and by email Drafting documents, using the Land Registry portal Using in house case management. Ideally, you will have some Conveyancing experience together with an interest in Property law. Conveyancing Assistant Non-volume Bradford Clark Legal provides a very personal, caring and confidential service, second to none. It welcomes applications from all sections of the community and tries to ensure that all clients for which it recruits select staff solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential, regardless of age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, political beliefs and affiliations, family circumstances or other irrelevant distinctions. Information supplied to Clark Legal will be retained confidentially as appropriate and used solely as part of your job search.
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Legal is our in-house law firm, fully authorised and regulated as an ABS by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Travelers Legal handles actions against Travelers' policyholders, representing and protecting their interests every step of the way. Established over 5 years ago through extensive and close collaboration across all parts of Travelers, it plays an integral part in the provision of an efficient and effective end to end legal service. Having exceeded expectations, Travelers Legal has recently expanded into the area of Casualty work. You will be an ambitious and personable junior insurance litigator (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging cases and to help build on Travelers Legal's numerous successes thus far. Reporting to the Senior Counsel heading up the Casualty arm, you will handle a case load of wide variety including motor, EL, PL, property damage and product liability. You will deliver high quality and cost-effective legal representation, demonstrate excellent litigation knowledge and provide excellent client service. You will also assist with the development of the ABS generally. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. This role is eligible for a £3000 new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for this bonus. On a day to day basis you will: Deal with both pre-action and litigated claims to a conclusion, demonstrating an effective use of your legal and commercial skills Provide case analysis and recommendations on strategy/ADR Supervise various tasks/projects delegated to others within the team Build relationships and liaise closely with a variety of Claims Professionals, Brokers and Insureds Independently handle a moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity Work under the guidance and supervision of Senior Counsel in dealing with more complex and high exposure claims In addition, you will work with Senior Counsel and the Head of Legal Practice to set and deliver on goals/objectives for the ABS, including involvement in planning the further expansion of the practice. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Experience in insurance litigation is essential, with experience in handling casualty claims Experience in handling abuse/local authority claims is desirable Advanced interpersonal skills Persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position Advanced presentation skills Ability to handle and analyse legal issues independently and with minimal supervision Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity Demonstrates superior legal acumen Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development Continued development of technical skills with the goal of handling the higher complexity cases Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency Intermediate research skills Intermediate negotiation skills Ability to prioritise and organise workload Decision making and problem solving abilities Sense of urgency/responsiveness What Is A Must Have? Fully qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister in England and Wales Some Post Qualification Experience (PQE) What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 160 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? Travelers Legal is our in-house law firm, fully authorised and regulated as an ABS by the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Travelers Legal handles actions against Travelers' policyholders, representing and protecting their interests every step of the way. Established over 5 years ago through extensive and close collaboration across all parts of Travelers, it plays an integral part in the provision of an efficient and effective end to end legal service. Having exceeded expectations, Travelers Legal has recently expanded into the area of Casualty work. You will be an ambitious and personable junior insurance litigator (Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive), looking for an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and challenging cases and to help build on Travelers Legal's numerous successes thus far. Reporting to the Senior Counsel heading up the Casualty arm, you will handle a case load of wide variety including motor, EL, PL, property damage and product liability. You will deliver high quality and cost-effective legal representation, demonstrate excellent litigation knowledge and provide excellent client service. You will also assist with the development of the ABS generally. Travelers Europe currently offers flexibility to employees who wish to work on a hybrid basis in accordance with our Hybrid Work Arrangements Policy. This entails full time employees working three days a week in the office and two days at home (or pro rata for part-time employees). This policy may be changed at the Company's discretion. This role is eligible for a £3000 new joiner bonus. If you are successfully referred by an employee at Travelers Europe, both you and the person who referred you could be eligible for this bonus. On a day to day basis you will: Deal with both pre-action and litigated claims to a conclusion, demonstrating an effective use of your legal and commercial skills Provide case analysis and recommendations on strategy/ADR Supervise various tasks/projects delegated to others within the team Build relationships and liaise closely with a variety of Claims Professionals, Brokers and Insureds Independently handle a moderate caseload with moderate level of severity and complexity Work under the guidance and supervision of Senior Counsel in dealing with more complex and high exposure claims In addition, you will work with Senior Counsel and the Head of Legal Practice to set and deliver on goals/objectives for the ABS, including involvement in planning the further expansion of the practice. Be Committed, Be Connected, Be Creative and Be Energised - these are the values we are passionate about. Understanding and embracing our values will shape your success and contribute to making Travelers Europe a great place to work. To be successful, you will need to consistently deliver a great experience in every customer contact; connect with the right partners internally to find creative solutions to problems; be a role model; and consistently deliver on your commitments. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? Experience in insurance litigation is essential, with experience in handling casualty claims Experience in handling abuse/local authority claims is desirable Advanced interpersonal skills Persuasive legal writing skills and oral advocacy skills Ability to clearly and succinctly articulate position Advanced presentation skills Ability to handle and analyse legal issues independently and with minimal supervision Ability to work collaboratively with team members and others Demonstrates desire to acquire effective trial skills with increased litigation complexity Demonstrates superior legal acumen Demonstrates personal commitment to professional development Continued development of technical skills with the goal of handling the higher complexity cases Personal integrity and adherence to a high degree of professionalism and ethical competency Intermediate research skills Intermediate negotiation skills Ability to prioritise and organise workload Decision making and problem solving abilities Sense of urgency/responsiveness What Is A Must Have? Fully qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister in England and Wales Some Post Qualification Experience (PQE) What Is in It for You? Private Medical Insurance: On commencement of employment, you are eligible for single cover provided by Travelers, with the option to add cover for your dependents, at your expense through payroll deduction. Retirement: Travelers will make a basic contribution of 9% of pensionable salary to your Group Personal Pension Plan ("GPPP"). If you decide to contribute an additional amount from your salary, you will receive an increased company contribution up to a maximum of 3%. This would bring the total company contribution to 12%. Holiday Entitlement: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 25 days holiday entitlement annually, plus the opportunity to purchase additional days to allow for up to a total of 35 holidays per year. Wellness Programme: The Travelers wellness programme is comprised of tools and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals. In addition, our Employee Assistance programme provides access to professional counseling services and other resources to support your daily life needs. Through the EAP, you're eligible for five free counseling sessions with a licensed therapist. Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards programme that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit 0
OUR IMPACT Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defence, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) has primary responsibility for the execution of the firm's enterprise-wide Anti-Money Laundering (AML), anti-bribery, and government sanctions compliance programs and, among other things, performs enhanced due diligence and government sanctions screening, as well as surveillance and investigations designed to identify potential terrorist financing, money laundering, bribery, market abuse, or other suspicious activity. YOUR IMPACT The Business Intelligence Group (BIG) in FCC covering Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), which is based in London, is seeking someone from either a legal or non-legal background with relevant skills and experience to work within the BIG team in connection with their review of transactions across a range of jurisdictions in EMEA. BIG is a transactional review and due diligence group dedicated to the identification and evaluation of legal, regulatory and reputational risk raised by transactions to support the firm's business lines and firmwide committees in their efforts to make fully informed commercial and reputational risk management decisions and to meet regulatory requirements. These business lines include banking, principal investments and certain asset management businesses. BIG works closely with deal teams and subject matter experts within Global Compliance, including broader FCC, and Legal. BIG is composed of lawyers and compliance professionals with extensive regulatory, government, audit and transactional experience. This is an opportunity to work in a global team on a diverse range of transactions across jurisdictions. RESPONSIBILITIES Due diligence and intelligence gathering, risk identification and mitigation to support the assessment of legal, regulatory and reputational risk in potential transactions, business relationships and other situations, covering issues such as bribery & corruption, compliance with economic sanctions, source of wealth, links to organized crime, financial irregularities, litigation risk, money laundering, and geo-political risk etc. Instruct and liaise with external investigative consultants, evaluate their reports and challenge findings where necessary. Drive the diligence and intelligence gathering process to address issues identified, coordinating with in-house lawyers, external counsel, compliance and business teams. Providing advice to business teams and other internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and reputational risk (including in relation to money laundering, bribery and corruption and economic sanctions) and associated mitigants in a transactional context. Coordinate with teams in the Legal Department to ensure that for each transaction there is appropriate contractual protection against the risks identified, in particular in relation to bribery & corruption and economic sanctions. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR Minimum of four years of relevant experience at a due diligence or corporate investigations firm, in regulatory or compliance work in the financial sector, or at an international law firm advising on transactions and/or on financial crime-related issues. International transactional experience is desirable. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and government, regulatory and industry standards and guidelines related to anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, and economic sanctions desirable. Analytical and critical-thinking skills with ability to present conclusions confidently and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Able to assess and judge risks within the commercial context of often complex transactions and relationships, and suggest constructive solutions to navigate and mitigate reputational, legal and regulatory risk. Interest and experience in international relations. Willingness to deliver unwelcome messages to internal stakeholders, where necessary. Team player who enjoys a collaborative approach to work. Prepared to escalate relevant issues to seniors, and provide support where needed to juniors and peers. Highly organised and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, taking a proactive approach to potential issues. Ability to conduct research in multiple languages would be helpful, but is not a prerequisite. Proficient in the use of IT systems and research databases. 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
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
OUR IMPACT Our division prevents, detects and mitigates compliance, regulatory and reputational risk across the firm and helps to strengthen the firm's culture of compliance. Compliance accomplishes these through the firm's enterprise-wide compliance risk management program. As an independent control function and part of the firm's second line of defence, Compliance assesses the firm's compliance, regulatory and reputational risk; monitors for compliance with new or amended laws, rules and regulations; designs and implements controls, policies, procedures and training; conducts independent testing; investigates, surveils and monitors for compliance risks and breaches; and leads the firm's responses to regulatory examinations, audits and inquiries. You'll be part of a team with members from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds, such as law, accounting, sales, and trading. We look for those who possess sound judgment, curiosity, and are able to adapt to a changing regulatory landscape. Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) has primary responsibility for the execution of the firm's enterprise-wide Anti-Money Laundering (AML), anti-bribery, and government sanctions compliance programs and, among other things, performs enhanced due diligence and government sanctions screening, as well as surveillance and investigations designed to identify potential terrorist financing, money laundering, bribery, market abuse, or other suspicious activity. YOUR IMPACT The Business Intelligence Group (BIG) in FCC covering Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), which is based in London, is seeking someone from either a legal or non-legal background with relevant skills and experience to work within the BIG team in connection with their review of transactions across a range of jurisdictions in EMEA. BIG is a transactional review and due diligence group dedicated to the identification and evaluation of legal, regulatory and reputational risk raised by transactions to support the firm's business lines and firmwide committees in their efforts to make fully informed commercial and reputational risk management decisions and to meet regulatory requirements. These business lines include banking, principal investments and certain asset management businesses. BIG works closely with deal teams and subject matter experts within Global Compliance, including broader FCC, and Legal. BIG is composed of lawyers and compliance professionals with extensive regulatory, government, audit and transactional experience. This is an opportunity to work in a global team on a diverse range of transactions across jurisdictions. RESPONSIBILITIES Due diligence and intelligence gathering, risk identification and mitigation to support the assessment of legal, regulatory and reputational risk in potential transactions, business relationships and other situations, covering issues such as bribery & corruption, compliance with economic sanctions, source of wealth, links to organized crime, financial irregularities, litigation risk, money laundering, and geo-political risk etc. Instruct and liaise with external investigative consultants, evaluate their reports and challenge findings where necessary. Drive the diligence and intelligence gathering process to address issues identified, coordinating with in-house lawyers, external counsel, compliance and business teams. Providing advice to business teams and other internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and reputational risk (including in relation to money laundering, bribery and corruption and economic sanctions) and associated mitigants in a transactional context. Coordinate with teams in the Legal Department to ensure that for each transaction there is appropriate contractual protection against the risks identified, in particular in relation to bribery & corruption and economic sanctions. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WE ARE LOOKING FOR Minimum of four years of relevant experience at a due diligence or corporate investigations firm, in regulatory or compliance work in the financial sector, or at an international law firm advising on transactions and/or on financial crime-related issues. International transactional experience is desirable. Knowledge of laws, regulations, and government, regulatory and industry standards and guidelines related to anti-money laundering, anti-corruption, and economic sanctions desirable. Analytical and critical-thinking skills with ability to present conclusions confidently and effectively, both verbally and in writing. Able to assess and judge risks within the commercial context of often complex transactions and relationships, and suggest constructive solutions to navigate and mitigate reputational, legal and regulatory risk. Interest and experience in international relations. Willingness to deliver unwelcome messages to internal stakeholders, where necessary. Team player who enjoys a collaborative approach to work. Prepared to escalate relevant issues to seniors, and provide support where needed to juniors and peers. Highly organised and able to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, taking a proactive approach to potential issues. Ability to conduct research in multiple languages would be helpful, but is not a prerequisite. Proficient in the use of IT systems and research databases. 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
The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 pluspeople are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. Join our award-winning legal team and work at the frontier of financial services to help maintain monetary and financial stability in the UK! We are looking for new colleagues who are willing to learn quickly, engage openly and rise to the challenge. We share information and insights freely. The work we do here is challenging and sometimes demanding, but always rewarding! This - together with the commitment of our lawyers, paralegals and dedicated support staff - is what why The Lawyer and LexisNexis both named our Legal Directorate the In-House Legal Team of the Year 2022! For more information on our legal team, please follow this link on the Bank's legal career page . Department Overview Alongside the General Counsel's Office, the Legal Directorate is split into five main teams: Central Banking, which provides legal advice on the Bank's constitution and governance; Markets and Banking operations; commercial contracts, procurement and intellectual property; notes procurement, production and distribution; data and information management; employment policy and employee relations matters; and the Bank's financial and funding arrangements. International and Domestic Reform, which provides legal advice on a range of trade and financial regulatory matters affecting the Bank including in connection with the UK's withdrawal from the European Union. Practice areas include: Advising policymakerson the reform of the UK's financial regulatory framework. Contributing to the Bank's role in negotiating trade agreements with international partners. Providing advice on EU and Brexit legal issues. Enforcement & Litigation, which leads investigations and the imposition of any enforcement sanction within the PRA. It runs the investigative process from inception to recommendations concerning the appropriate sanction. It also runs any settlement process,and any litigation should a matter be contested. Financial Stability, which provides legal advice on the regulation and supervision of Financial Market Infrastructure (such as central counterparties, payment systems and securities settlement systems), on macro-prudential policy and regulation and associated legal framework for the Bank's Financial Policy Committee and on the Bank's role as the UK's resolution authority. Insurance and Deposit Takers, providing legal advice to supervisors in relation to supervisory decision-making, and to policymakersin the PRA on capital, liquidity and other prudential requirements of banks, insurers and investment firms. We are also supported by a Strategy and Operations team, who work with Champions across the Legal Directorate to organise a rich and regular programme of legal training and ensure that we share our knowhow through our bespoke inhouse legal wiki. Job Description We currently have a vacancy for a 6-12 month FTC Scale E commercial-focused Legal Counsel in CBL. CBL is made up of around 50 lawyers, plus trainees and support staff. It has a broad remit which covers the Bank's day-to-day operations as well as many of its unique functions as the UK's central bank. This role is to work primarily on commercial, procurement, IT, and outsourcing matters. We are seeking individuals with previous experience of working on some or all of these matters and a highly competent lawyer with good commercial awareness and excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Within CBL, our commercial lawyers advise all areas of the Bank on the following: Public procurement, including EU Procurement Directives and UK Regulations and procurement requirements more generally when the Bank is choosing its suppliers. Contractual issues concerning the Bank's relationships with third party suppliers including standard terms for the supply of any goods and services, custom contracts for large projects (e.g. IT, infrastructure, banknotes), licence agreements and consultancy and outsourced contracts, along with protection of confidential information, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Intellectual property (copyright, trademarks, patents and domain names, licensing), both when protecting the Bank's IP rights and where the Bank or staff members are using another's IP. Other areas of work in CBL include: Markets, Banking and Payments: this includes operations to implement monetary policy, provide liquidity insurance to the financial system, manage the UK's foreign exchange reserves, settle payments across the Bank's real-time gross settlement (RTGS) infrastructure, operate the CHAPS high-value payment system, and provide banking services to the government, market infrastructures and other central banks. This area includes innovative work to ready the Bank's monetary policy toolkit and balance sheet for the future. It also helps to craft and deliver the future of payments, including the potential development of a Central Bank Digital Currency and renewal of the RTGS system. Central Services: this includes support to business areas across the Bank on: (i) the Bank's constitution, governance, funding arrangements and reporting; (ii) information management, which includes freedom of information, data protection and matters relating to the Bank's use of data and information; and (iii) employment policies and employee relations matters. Banknotes: providing advice in respect of banknote distribution and banknote issuance. You will provide legal advice and support, often in close liaison with the Bank's in-house procurement function, Technology Directorate and Notes Directorate, on commercial contracts and tenders ranging from critical, complex large-scale projects at the heart of the Bank's functions through to more routine contracts and IP and IT licences - generally as the day-to-day lead on those workstreams. You will report to a Senior Legal Counsel & Manager within CBL. This role involves working closely with the Bank's suppliers and, as appropriate, our external legal advisers drafting, handling and advising on contractual relationships. You will advise at all levels of seniority within the Bank, writing notes for, and attending, project boards as well as advising staff members who are not used to working with lawyers. You will work openly and in multi-disciplinary teams to scope and deliver against agreed timescales, ensuring that legal risk is adequately identified, managed, and mitigated. You will mentor and coach more junior colleagues. You will routinely observe the Bank's document and record management protocols. You will invest time in developing your own technical knowledge to develop expertise in the relevant practice areas. You will contribute willingly to the implementation of central initiatives and demonstrate Our Bank Behaviours at all times. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria Legal qualification: Applicants will typically be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales, or equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland. However, we will also accept applications from candidates qualified to practise as a lawyer overseas where the candidate can demonstrate that they have legal experience that is directly relevant to the legal work described in this job description. Approximately 4 years or more post-qualification experience working on commercial, procurement, IT and/or outsourcing matters. There is some flexibility where candidates can demonstrate the necessary experience in other ways (e.g., through pre-qualification or non-legal roles). Ability to carry out technically challenging legal analysis and to provide pragmatic advice which clearly identifies and manages legal risk. Good written communication skills, including the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely in writing. Ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally. Flexibility to work collaboratively or autonomously, with limited supervision and to lead projects with challenging deadlines across multiple matters. Essential Criteria An inclusive, ethical and professional approach to legal practice. Willingness to accept and learn from feedback and proactively identify areas for personal and professional development. Desirable Criteria A good understanding of and interest in the Bank's mission, responsibilities, priorities and wider public profile. Experience of advising on public law. Track record of contributing towards encouraging a diverse, equitable and inclusive working environment. Ability to adapt communication style to achieve impact for different audiences Additional Information The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity . click apply for full job details
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 pluspeople are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. Join our award-winning legal team and work at the frontier of financial services to help maintain monetary and financial stability in the UK! We are looking for new colleagues who are willing to learn quickly, engage openly and rise to the challenge. We share information and insights freely. The work we do here is challenging and sometimes demanding, but always rewarding! This - together with the commitment of our lawyers, paralegals and dedicated support staff - is what why The Lawyer and LexisNexis both named our Legal Directorate the In-House Legal Team of the Year 2022! For more information on our legal team, please follow this link on the Bank's legal career page . Department Overview Alongside the General Counsel's Office, the Legal Directorate is split into five main teams: Central Banking, which provides legal advice on the Bank's constitution and governance; Markets and Banking operations; commercial contracts, procurement and intellectual property; notes procurement, production and distribution; data and information management; employment policy and employee relations matters; and the Bank's financial and funding arrangements. International and Domestic Reform, which provides legal advice on a range of trade and financial regulatory matters affecting the Bank including in connection with the UK's withdrawal from the European Union. Practice areas include: Advising policymakerson the reform of the UK's financial regulatory framework. Contributing to the Bank's role in negotiating trade agreements with international partners. Providing advice on EU and Brexit legal issues. Enforcement & Litigation, which leads investigations and the imposition of any enforcement sanction within the PRA. It runs the investigative process from inception to recommendations concerning the appropriate sanction. It also runs any settlement process,and any litigation should a matter be contested. Financial Stability, which provides legal advice on the regulation and supervision of Financial Market Infrastructure (such as central counterparties, payment systems and securities settlement systems), on macro-prudential policy and regulation and associated legal framework for the Bank's Financial Policy Committee and on the Bank's role as the UK's resolution authority. Insurance and Deposit Takers, providing legal advice to supervisors in relation to supervisory decision-making, and to policymakersin the PRA on capital, liquidity and other prudential requirements of banks, insurers and investment firms. We are also supported by a Strategy and Operations team, who work with Champions across the Legal Directorate to organise a rich and regular programme of legal training and ensure that we share our knowhow through our bespoke inhouse legal wiki. Job Description We currently have a vacancy for a 6-12 month FTC Scale E commercial-focused Legal Counsel in CBL. CBL is made up of around 50 lawyers, plus trainees and support staff. It has a broad remit which covers the Bank's day-to-day operations as well as many of its unique functions as the UK's central bank. This role is to work primarily on commercial, procurement, IT, and outsourcing matters. We are seeking individuals with previous experience of working on some or all of these matters and a highly competent lawyer with good commercial awareness and excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Within CBL, our commercial lawyers advise all areas of the Bank on the following: Public procurement, including EU Procurement Directives and UK Regulations and procurement requirements more generally when the Bank is choosing its suppliers. Contractual issues concerning the Bank's relationships with third party suppliers including standard terms for the supply of any goods and services, custom contracts for large projects (e.g. IT, infrastructure, banknotes), licence agreements and consultancy and outsourced contracts, along with protection of confidential information, including non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) Intellectual property (copyright, trademarks, patents and domain names, licensing), both when protecting the Bank's IP rights and where the Bank or staff members are using another's IP. Other areas of work in CBL include: Markets, Banking and Payments: this includes operations to implement monetary policy, provide liquidity insurance to the financial system, manage the UK's foreign exchange reserves, settle payments across the Bank's real-time gross settlement (RTGS) infrastructure, operate the CHAPS high-value payment system, and provide banking services to the government, market infrastructures and other central banks. This area includes innovative work to ready the Bank's monetary policy toolkit and balance sheet for the future. It also helps to craft and deliver the future of payments, including the potential development of a Central Bank Digital Currency and renewal of the RTGS system. Central Services: this includes support to business areas across the Bank on: (i) the Bank's constitution, governance, funding arrangements and reporting; (ii) information management, which includes freedom of information, data protection and matters relating to the Bank's use of data and information; and (iii) employment policies and employee relations matters. Banknotes: providing advice in respect of banknote distribution and banknote issuance. You will provide legal advice and support, often in close liaison with the Bank's in-house procurement function, Technology Directorate and Notes Directorate, on commercial contracts and tenders ranging from critical, complex large-scale projects at the heart of the Bank's functions through to more routine contracts and IP and IT licences - generally as the day-to-day lead on those workstreams. You will report to a Senior Legal Counsel & Manager within CBL. This role involves working closely with the Bank's suppliers and, as appropriate, our external legal advisers drafting, handling and advising on contractual relationships. You will advise at all levels of seniority within the Bank, writing notes for, and attending, project boards as well as advising staff members who are not used to working with lawyers. You will work openly and in multi-disciplinary teams to scope and deliver against agreed timescales, ensuring that legal risk is adequately identified, managed, and mitigated. You will mentor and coach more junior colleagues. You will routinely observe the Bank's document and record management protocols. You will invest time in developing your own technical knowledge to develop expertise in the relevant practice areas. You will contribute willingly to the implementation of central initiatives and demonstrate Our Bank Behaviours at all times. Role Requirements Minimum Criteria Legal qualification: Applicants will typically be qualified to practise as a Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive in England and Wales, or equivalent in Scotland or Northern Ireland. However, we will also accept applications from candidates qualified to practise as a lawyer overseas where the candidate can demonstrate that they have legal experience that is directly relevant to the legal work described in this job description. Approximately 4 years or more post-qualification experience working on commercial, procurement, IT and/or outsourcing matters. There is some flexibility where candidates can demonstrate the necessary experience in other ways (e.g., through pre-qualification or non-legal roles). Ability to carry out technically challenging legal analysis and to provide pragmatic advice which clearly identifies and manages legal risk. Good written communication skills, including the ability to express ideas clearly and concisely in writing. Ability to build effective working relationships internally and externally. Flexibility to work collaboratively or autonomously, with limited supervision and to lead projects with challenging deadlines across multiple matters. Essential Criteria An inclusive, ethical and professional approach to legal practice. Willingness to accept and learn from feedback and proactively identify areas for personal and professional development. Desirable Criteria A good understanding of and interest in the Bank's mission, responsibilities, priorities and wider public profile. Experience of advising on public law. Track record of contributing towards encouraging a diverse, equitable and inclusive working environment. Ability to adapt communication style to achieve impact for different audiences Additional Information The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity . click apply for full job details
Practice Group / Department: Risk & Compliance Legal Management - London Job Description We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. We value difference and actively promote a culture of respect for each individual, encouraging and creating inclusion. Our new hybrid working model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Risk and Compliance Lawyer in our London office, on a 12 month FTC. The Norton Rose Fulbright LLP (NRFLLP) Risk & Compliance Team is overseen by a Chief Compliance Officer, assisted by two regional Heads of Compliance (one for the Asia/ME time zones and the other for the European time zones). The Compliance Team covers EMEA's 26 offices and is constituted of approximately 50 people, who are a mix of lawyers, managers and officers, based in London, Newcastle, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong. The Role We are looking for a senior solicitor/lawyer with considerable conflicts and general compliance experience to join the Norton Rose Fulbright LLP (NRFLLP) Risk & Compliance Team, based in London. While the majority of the work will be internally focused, there is the possibility of being involved with client facing work. Some domestic or international travel may also be required in future when travel restrictions are eased. Our Risk & Compliance Officers work on a roster providing support to a later shift (2pm to 10pm shift) to cover time zones Monday to Friday and on weekends, and that is supervised (on an escalation basis) on a rota across all Risk & Compliance Lawyers/Managers/Counsel (including this role). Evaluate and advise on legal and regulatory risks presented by the firm's new and existing business; Provide senior level advice to partners and senior management on conflicts and regulatory issues; Assisting with complex risk decisions relating to conflicts issues , including in connection with different ethical rules that apply across the verein , and balancing the firm's regulatory obligations together with its strategic and commercial goals. Supervising and mentoring more junior members of the team and being responsible for their development. Stay abreast of SRA regulatory developments affecting Norton Rose Fulbright's business. Contributing to the promotion of a risk management culture throughout the firm, including facilitating training sessions for the Practice and other Business Services teams. Skills and Experience Required Qualified Solicitor, REL, RFL, or qualified Barrister or Solicitor in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa or the United States, with 5 to 8 years qualified experience in an international law firm or in-house in a regulatory/general counsel area. Strong relevant experience of advising on conflicts and regulatory issues. Fully conversant with English professional conduct requirements. Strong initiative. Anticipates needs of clients, partners, CCO and proactively looks at ways to deliver effectively and efficiently and adding value wherever possible. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Practice Group / Department: Risk & Compliance Legal Management - London Job Description We're Norton Rose Fulbright - a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world's preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we're looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do. To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. We value difference and actively promote a culture of respect for each individual, encouraging and creating inclusion. Our new hybrid working model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. We are currently recruiting for a Senior Risk and Compliance Lawyer in our London office, on a 12 month FTC. The Norton Rose Fulbright LLP (NRFLLP) Risk & Compliance Team is overseen by a Chief Compliance Officer, assisted by two regional Heads of Compliance (one for the Asia/ME time zones and the other for the European time zones). The Compliance Team covers EMEA's 26 offices and is constituted of approximately 50 people, who are a mix of lawyers, managers and officers, based in London, Newcastle, Dubai, Singapore and Hong Kong. The Role We are looking for a senior solicitor/lawyer with considerable conflicts and general compliance experience to join the Norton Rose Fulbright LLP (NRFLLP) Risk & Compliance Team, based in London. While the majority of the work will be internally focused, there is the possibility of being involved with client facing work. Some domestic or international travel may also be required in future when travel restrictions are eased. Our Risk & Compliance Officers work on a roster providing support to a later shift (2pm to 10pm shift) to cover time zones Monday to Friday and on weekends, and that is supervised (on an escalation basis) on a rota across all Risk & Compliance Lawyers/Managers/Counsel (including this role). Evaluate and advise on legal and regulatory risks presented by the firm's new and existing business; Provide senior level advice to partners and senior management on conflicts and regulatory issues; Assisting with complex risk decisions relating to conflicts issues , including in connection with different ethical rules that apply across the verein , and balancing the firm's regulatory obligations together with its strategic and commercial goals. Supervising and mentoring more junior members of the team and being responsible for their development. Stay abreast of SRA regulatory developments affecting Norton Rose Fulbright's business. Contributing to the promotion of a risk management culture throughout the firm, including facilitating training sessions for the Practice and other Business Services teams. Skills and Experience Required Qualified Solicitor, REL, RFL, or qualified Barrister or Solicitor in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, South Africa or the United States, with 5 to 8 years qualified experience in an international law firm or in-house in a regulatory/general counsel area. Strong relevant experience of advising on conflicts and regulatory issues. Fully conversant with English professional conduct requirements. Strong initiative. Anticipates needs of clients, partners, CCO and proactively looks at ways to deliver effectively and efficiently and adding value wherever possible. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential. Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people's health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion here. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.
Why Noventiq? Do you want to contribute directly to successful business outcomes by driving digital transformation for customers' businesses, connecting 75k organizations forward in a secure way? Are you motivated to evolve global best practices within all sectors with hundreds of best-in-class IT vendors, alongside its services and solutions? Noventiqis a leading global solutions and services provider: Founded in 1993 Headquartered in London, UK Revenue of $ 1.6 billion Headcount of 6K+ Partnering with Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Google, AWS and up to 500 other vendors Operating in roughly 60 countries Preparing to be listed on the Nasdaq (being previously listed on London Stock Exchange until July 2023) What's in it for you? You will collaborate with multi-national teams, make a real and demonstrable difference to a bazillion of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continually learn and grow. You will play a key part in understanding and serving clients from different regions, expanding our presence in new markets, whilst protecting and enabling value for the business. We are looking for an experienced US qualifiedGeneral Counsel to be a part of our Executive team. Job Overview: The US General Counsel (US GC) provides strategic legal services of the highest possible standard for the Board, the CEO, and the Executive. The US GC will have the ability to command the confidence of senior stakeholders internally and externally. The US GC provides strategic legal advice on all aspects of the business and operational issues. The services provided by the US GC guide organizational priority-setting and decision-making. The US GC leads and ensures efficient and effective management of the Legal team, including its staff and financial resources. The US GC works closely with other senior executives to ensure effective communication and information flow that facilitates smooth and predictable decision-making and enables the business to deliver its mandate. This is a demanding and complex role that requires an experienced leader. It will be important to develop strong partnerships with other members of the executive. The work of the Legal team will require collaboration with the Ethics, Risk and Compliance (ERC) team in order to: •Advise the Board and the Executive on regulatory, commercial and other legal risks to enhance decision-making and delivery; •Develop and manage relationships with external law firms and ensure that any external legal resource is appropriate for the advice sought and cost-effective; •Advise on all legal aspects affecting the business operations globally; •Provide the necessary legal input on all transaction and contractual negotiations, responsible for protecting the business interests in the documentation and ensuring that a proper due diligence exercise is undertaken; •Develop the business legal knowledge management systems; •Advise upon procurement and employment matters; •Horizon-scan to define the regulatory landscape in which the business operates; •Together with the ERC team, establish effective and best practice governance processes for the Board and Committees, ensuring the efficient administration of the Executive meetings and such shadow committees or similar bodies as are appropriate; •Together with the ERC team, provide strategic support to the Chief Executive and Executive Committee in matters relating to governance and legal compliance and take a pro-active role in ensuring that policies and processes in this area are fit for purpose; •Together with the ERC team, consider and advise upon appropriate regulatory and legal best practice structures; •Ensure effective processes and systems for the execution of contracts and other legal documents by authorized signatories and that complete and accurate copies of contract documentation are kept and accessible. Your Impact on the Mission: Protect and enhance the business endeavours, objectives and reputation by providing timely and appropriate legal and governance services; Develop a corporate legal strategy that promotes and protects organizational interests; Develop the business legal knowledge management and horizon-scanning capabilities; Show visible and effective leadership to embed an open and inclusive culture that promotes the business's values of being collaborative, committed and creative; Drive a culture of professional excellence and agility, as well providing visible and effective leadership of the team through a period of significant change; Provide high-quality legal input to the deliberations of the Boards and the Executive; Coordinate the organization's response to litigation or any potential legal challenges; Oversight and management of external legal advisers ensuring delivery and value for money; and Act as an ambassador for the business. The business operates in a context that is complex given its multi-jurisdictional presence globally. Leading the legal team will therefore require a proactive and versatile approach to providing solutions and a keen appreciation of the legal constraints as well the commercial and geo-political realities. Consequently, excellent judgment is required as is the ability to navigate a complex stakeholder landscape. What You'll Bring to The Table - About You: An experienced legal leader who has experience in leading a complex legal function and managing change, with a track record in building a strong team; Being a US-qualified lawyer with experience working in US-listed companies, ideally with US regulatory experience (e.g. DoJ, SEC); An experienced lawyer with at least 15 PQE preferably in-house, with knowledge of the legal complexities of a global company, as well as the ability to work closely with ERC to ensure good corporate governance; A broad legal background, with experience of compliance, and a flexibility of mind to take on the challenges of new legal concepts and issues; Provides authoritative risk-based advice - including managing litigation and associated risks in a manner that commands the confidence of senior stakeholders; A good understanding of the complexities of global digital transformation and the main components of business activity envisaged for the business as well as the bigger picture such as geo-political pressures and the business's development objectives; The ability to work collaboratively with senior peers in leading an organization, initiating change and driving continuous improvement; Sophisticated and skilled approach to influencing senior stakeholders, both internal and external; Strong strategic, analytical and influencing skills; Accountability and Commitment: Encourages an external mindset that puts clients and market counterparties at the heart of everything we do; Supports commitments and decisions made collectively by management; Performance and Development: Sets and communicates contribution expectations, metrics and outcomes; Empowers and inspires team members to take stretch assignments; Delegates appropriately - monitors progress and provides support, resources and upward cover; Fosters an environment where colleagues are encouraged and supported to achieve more than they ever thought possible; Execution and Results: Reinforces the business purpose and how each person contributes to it; Focuses on identifying and championing integrated solutions for clients and stakeholders; Involves colleagues with the right expertise to optimize decision-making; Innovation: Thinks strategically to anticipate future trends and changing client needs; Engages across the business to learn from mistakes and find solutions; Systematises and continuously improves processes as we grow, whilst minimising bureaucracy. How to apply: If you would like to apply, please click on the button or send an email with your CV attached to the TA Team. If you would like an informal chat before applying, please feel free to contact TA directly on LinkedIn or the same email address.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Why Noventiq? Do you want to contribute directly to successful business outcomes by driving digital transformation for customers' businesses, connecting 75k organizations forward in a secure way? Are you motivated to evolve global best practices within all sectors with hundreds of best-in-class IT vendors, alongside its services and solutions? Noventiqis a leading global solutions and services provider: Founded in 1993 Headquartered in London, UK Revenue of $ 1.6 billion Headcount of 6K+ Partnering with Microsoft, IBM, Oracle, Google, AWS and up to 500 other vendors Operating in roughly 60 countries Preparing to be listed on the Nasdaq (being previously listed on London Stock Exchange until July 2023) What's in it for you? You will collaborate with multi-national teams, make a real and demonstrable difference to a bazillion of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continually learn and grow. You will play a key part in understanding and serving clients from different regions, expanding our presence in new markets, whilst protecting and enabling value for the business. We are looking for an experienced US qualifiedGeneral Counsel to be a part of our Executive team. Job Overview: The US General Counsel (US GC) provides strategic legal services of the highest possible standard for the Board, the CEO, and the Executive. The US GC will have the ability to command the confidence of senior stakeholders internally and externally. The US GC provides strategic legal advice on all aspects of the business and operational issues. The services provided by the US GC guide organizational priority-setting and decision-making. The US GC leads and ensures efficient and effective management of the Legal team, including its staff and financial resources. The US GC works closely with other senior executives to ensure effective communication and information flow that facilitates smooth and predictable decision-making and enables the business to deliver its mandate. This is a demanding and complex role that requires an experienced leader. It will be important to develop strong partnerships with other members of the executive. The work of the Legal team will require collaboration with the Ethics, Risk and Compliance (ERC) team in order to: •Advise the Board and the Executive on regulatory, commercial and other legal risks to enhance decision-making and delivery; •Develop and manage relationships with external law firms and ensure that any external legal resource is appropriate for the advice sought and cost-effective; •Advise on all legal aspects affecting the business operations globally; •Provide the necessary legal input on all transaction and contractual negotiations, responsible for protecting the business interests in the documentation and ensuring that a proper due diligence exercise is undertaken; •Develop the business legal knowledge management systems; •Advise upon procurement and employment matters; •Horizon-scan to define the regulatory landscape in which the business operates; •Together with the ERC team, establish effective and best practice governance processes for the Board and Committees, ensuring the efficient administration of the Executive meetings and such shadow committees or similar bodies as are appropriate; •Together with the ERC team, provide strategic support to the Chief Executive and Executive Committee in matters relating to governance and legal compliance and take a pro-active role in ensuring that policies and processes in this area are fit for purpose; •Together with the ERC team, consider and advise upon appropriate regulatory and legal best practice structures; •Ensure effective processes and systems for the execution of contracts and other legal documents by authorized signatories and that complete and accurate copies of contract documentation are kept and accessible. Your Impact on the Mission: Protect and enhance the business endeavours, objectives and reputation by providing timely and appropriate legal and governance services; Develop a corporate legal strategy that promotes and protects organizational interests; Develop the business legal knowledge management and horizon-scanning capabilities; Show visible and effective leadership to embed an open and inclusive culture that promotes the business's values of being collaborative, committed and creative; Drive a culture of professional excellence and agility, as well providing visible and effective leadership of the team through a period of significant change; Provide high-quality legal input to the deliberations of the Boards and the Executive; Coordinate the organization's response to litigation or any potential legal challenges; Oversight and management of external legal advisers ensuring delivery and value for money; and Act as an ambassador for the business. The business operates in a context that is complex given its multi-jurisdictional presence globally. Leading the legal team will therefore require a proactive and versatile approach to providing solutions and a keen appreciation of the legal constraints as well the commercial and geo-political realities. Consequently, excellent judgment is required as is the ability to navigate a complex stakeholder landscape. What You'll Bring to The Table - About You: An experienced legal leader who has experience in leading a complex legal function and managing change, with a track record in building a strong team; Being a US-qualified lawyer with experience working in US-listed companies, ideally with US regulatory experience (e.g. DoJ, SEC); An experienced lawyer with at least 15 PQE preferably in-house, with knowledge of the legal complexities of a global company, as well as the ability to work closely with ERC to ensure good corporate governance; A broad legal background, with experience of compliance, and a flexibility of mind to take on the challenges of new legal concepts and issues; Provides authoritative risk-based advice - including managing litigation and associated risks in a manner that commands the confidence of senior stakeholders; A good understanding of the complexities of global digital transformation and the main components of business activity envisaged for the business as well as the bigger picture such as geo-political pressures and the business's development objectives; The ability to work collaboratively with senior peers in leading an organization, initiating change and driving continuous improvement; Sophisticated and skilled approach to influencing senior stakeholders, both internal and external; Strong strategic, analytical and influencing skills; Accountability and Commitment: Encourages an external mindset that puts clients and market counterparties at the heart of everything we do; Supports commitments and decisions made collectively by management; Performance and Development: Sets and communicates contribution expectations, metrics and outcomes; Empowers and inspires team members to take stretch assignments; Delegates appropriately - monitors progress and provides support, resources and upward cover; Fosters an environment where colleagues are encouraged and supported to achieve more than they ever thought possible; Execution and Results: Reinforces the business purpose and how each person contributes to it; Focuses on identifying and championing integrated solutions for clients and stakeholders; Involves colleagues with the right expertise to optimize decision-making; Innovation: Thinks strategically to anticipate future trends and changing client needs; Engages across the business to learn from mistakes and find solutions; Systematises and continuously improves processes as we grow, whilst minimising bureaucracy. How to apply: If you would like to apply, please click on the button or send an email with your CV attached to the TA Team. If you would like an informal chat before applying, please feel free to contact TA directly on LinkedIn or the same email address.
Up to £80,000 + up to 25% Annual Bonus & Excellent Benefits Lead an in-house Legal team on a broad range of commercial projects Opportunity to get involved in complex, high value projects Hybrid role with 60% homeworking and 40% in Stratford-upon-Avon About the role: Due to internal progression and an exciting period of change, we have an opportunity for a commercial lawyer to join our NFU Mutual Legal team, where your expertise and leadership will drive success, and contribute to our continued growth and excellence. Our hands-on Legal team manage commercial matters right across NFU Mutual. With a proactive approach to their work, they truly partner our internal client base, drive efficiencies, and add real commercial value. As a Legal Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the Legal team to provide advice and support to our organisation on a wide range of legal matters. Collaborating with senior internal stakeholders, you'll identify and mitigate legal risks, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and support strategic business initiatives. With a clear focus on the draft, review and negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts, you'll also have the opportunity to get involved in complex, high value projects. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, forward thinking commercial Lawyer seeking a new challenge or the opportunity to move in-house, where you'll find the same calibre of projects you're used to, within a different culture. This role is based in our Tiddington Head Office, just outside Stratford-Upon-Avon. However, we understand how important a positive work-life balance is, so to help you give your best, we offer great facilities when you want to be in an office environment and support to work up to 60% of your hours from home. About you: A qualified Solicitor, you have excellent corporate/commercial background, ideally from a leading national firm. Technically excellent, you have a proven background in drafting and negotiating a variety of documentations which include service agreements, facilities management contracts, software licenses, sponsorship agreements, proof of concept and consultancy agreements. A resilient and confident person, you effortlessly work with a variety of stakeholders and project teams to deliver timely legal advice to the business. To join our team, you'll also have: Experience of managing competing demands Ability to manage stakeholder expectations at all levels Proven ability to establish a high degree of trust and respect A great eye for detail and ability to take a pragmatic approach to negotiations Experience of working in a regulated environment is desirable but not essential. At NFU Mutual, we support an inclusive workplace and value all the differences that make us unique. We celebrate the creativity and innovation that comes from diverse perspectives and experiences and share a common vision of doing the right thing for our customers and employees. We recognise that some candidates may experience barriers during the recruitment process. So, we encourage candidates to discuss any adjustments or accommodations they need to be the best they can be throughout our recruitment process. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Race at Work and Women in Finance Charter signatory and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Benefits and Rewards: When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including: Salary up to £80,000 Annual bonus (up to 25% of salary) Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%, including your 8% contribution 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme A Family Friendly policy that helps you balance your work and family responsibilities Private medical insurance + options to add family members Access to savings at High Street brands, travel and supermarkets £20 contribution to a monthly gym membership - subject to T&Cs Health and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and more Employee Volunteering - volunteer in the community for one day each year Unlimited access to Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary Employee discounts of 15% on a range of NFU Mutual insurance policies. Working at NFU Mutual: We're one of the UK's leading general insurance and financial services companies. For over 110 years we've put our customers at the heart of everything we do. Our people are just as important to us. We pride ourselves on being "a great place to work" and are one of only 57 companies across the globe, and one of only two organisations with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023 award. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021, the Glassdoor Best Places to Work UK List 2023 and 2024 and were recognised as a certified UK Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute in 2023 and 2024. We offer a supportive culture where we empower and inspire our people to perform, offer them opportunities to grow, and recognise and reward their contribution. Our people are proud to work for a company that respects them and their communities, and they trust us to be financially sustainable, so we are successful now and in the future. Closing date for applications: 3rd April 2024.
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Up to £80,000 + up to 25% Annual Bonus & Excellent Benefits Lead an in-house Legal team on a broad range of commercial projects Opportunity to get involved in complex, high value projects Hybrid role with 60% homeworking and 40% in Stratford-upon-Avon About the role: Due to internal progression and an exciting period of change, we have an opportunity for a commercial lawyer to join our NFU Mutual Legal team, where your expertise and leadership will drive success, and contribute to our continued growth and excellence. Our hands-on Legal team manage commercial matters right across NFU Mutual. With a proactive approach to their work, they truly partner our internal client base, drive efficiencies, and add real commercial value. As a Legal Counsel, you'll play a pivotal role in leading the Legal team to provide advice and support to our organisation on a wide range of legal matters. Collaborating with senior internal stakeholders, you'll identify and mitigate legal risks, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and support strategic business initiatives. With a clear focus on the draft, review and negotiation of a wide range of commercial contracts, you'll also have the opportunity to get involved in complex, high value projects. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, forward thinking commercial Lawyer seeking a new challenge or the opportunity to move in-house, where you'll find the same calibre of projects you're used to, within a different culture. This role is based in our Tiddington Head Office, just outside Stratford-Upon-Avon. However, we understand how important a positive work-life balance is, so to help you give your best, we offer great facilities when you want to be in an office environment and support to work up to 60% of your hours from home. About you: A qualified Solicitor, you have excellent corporate/commercial background, ideally from a leading national firm. Technically excellent, you have a proven background in drafting and negotiating a variety of documentations which include service agreements, facilities management contracts, software licenses, sponsorship agreements, proof of concept and consultancy agreements. A resilient and confident person, you effortlessly work with a variety of stakeholders and project teams to deliver timely legal advice to the business. To join our team, you'll also have: Experience of managing competing demands Ability to manage stakeholder expectations at all levels Proven ability to establish a high degree of trust and respect A great eye for detail and ability to take a pragmatic approach to negotiations Experience of working in a regulated environment is desirable but not essential. At NFU Mutual, we support an inclusive workplace and value all the differences that make us unique. We celebrate the creativity and innovation that comes from diverse perspectives and experiences and share a common vision of doing the right thing for our customers and employees. We recognise that some candidates may experience barriers during the recruitment process. So, we encourage candidates to discuss any adjustments or accommodations they need to be the best they can be throughout our recruitment process. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a Race at Work and Women in Finance Charter signatory and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, regardless of age, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic background. Benefits and Rewards: When you join our team, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits including: Salary up to £80,000 Annual bonus (up to 25% of salary) Contributory pension scheme, up to 20%, including your 8% contribution 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell/save holiday trading scheme A Family Friendly policy that helps you balance your work and family responsibilities Private medical insurance + options to add family members Access to savings at High Street brands, travel and supermarkets £20 contribution to a monthly gym membership - subject to T&Cs Health and wellbeing plan - cashback for dentist, opticians, physio and more Employee Volunteering - volunteer in the community for one day each year Unlimited access to Refer a Friend £500 bonus scheme Life Assurance cover of 4 x salary Employee discounts of 15% on a range of NFU Mutual insurance policies. Working at NFU Mutual: We're one of the UK's leading general insurance and financial services companies. For over 110 years we've put our customers at the heart of everything we do. Our people are just as important to us. We pride ourselves on being "a great place to work" and are one of only 57 companies across the globe, and one of only two organisations with headquarters in the UK, to receive a Gallup Exceptional Workplace 2023 award. We were also named in the LinkedIn Top 25 Companies List 2021, the Glassdoor Best Places to Work UK List 2023 and 2024 and were recognised as a certified UK Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute in 2023 and 2024. We offer a supportive culture where we empower and inspire our people to perform, offer them opportunities to grow, and recognise and reward their contribution. Our people are proud to work for a company that respects them and their communities, and they trust us to be financially sustainable, so we are successful now and in the future. Closing date for applications: 3rd April 2024.
Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV Roku is the TV streaming platform in the US, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers. From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines. About the role Roku, Inc. is seeking a Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Employment and Labor Counsel) to join its growing legal team. You will work closely with Roku's Legal and cross-functional teams advising on employment, labor and benefits matters. The successful candidate must have a strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws and hands-on experience translating legal requirements into actionable advice for our People team and other teams regarding employment and labor advice. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset that enables you to work independently. The position may be in London or Cambridge, In office attendance is required. What you'll be doing Provide advice and counsel to HR team on a broad range of employment issues including: hiring, performance management (including performance improvement plans where applicable), grievances and disciplinary matters, investigations, redundancies and reorganizations, wage and hour compliance, contingent worker/contractor issues; reasonable accommodations and adjustments, flexible work requests, leaves of absence, employee privacy and data security, benefits, TUPE, works councils, and other employment-related matters. Provide advice and counsel on global labor and employment framework, handbooks and practices. Review and provide guidance on the development of HR policies and procedures globally. Monitor employment-related legal developments and engage proactively to drive compliance and implement risk-mitigating strategies. Draft and negotiate employment agreements, settlement agreements and other employment-related agreements. Advise on complex/sensitive employment matters and help resolve matters through pre-dispute resolution and/or positioning Roku for potential employment litigation. Manage employment-related claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel and responding to complaints, lawyer letters, settlement demands and claims globally. Negotiate appropriate resolutions to claims and other pending matters. Assist with preparing, reviewing and implementing training programs. Assist with other projects as needed. We're excited if you have Qualified lawyer with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience handling employment and labor issues in a demanding and innovative business and legal environment at a law firm or in house position. Expertise in employment counseling with a strong understanding of UK employment and labor laws, some experience of other EMEA jurisdictions or India preferred Prior in-house experience strongly preferred Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-department and cross-functional role Willingness to actively suggest process improvements in the course of completing assignments Strong written and oral communication skills Experience advising on employment and labor issues unique to the technology and/or entertainment/content production industries preferred Benefits Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter. The Roku Culture Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV. We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002. To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit .
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Teamwork makes the stream work. Roku is changing how the world watches TV Roku is the TV streaming platform in the US, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers. From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines. About the role Roku, Inc. is seeking a Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Employment and Labor Counsel) to join its growing legal team. You will work closely with Roku's Legal and cross-functional teams advising on employment, labor and benefits matters. The successful candidate must have a strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws and hands-on experience translating legal requirements into actionable advice for our People team and other teams regarding employment and labor advice. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset that enables you to work independently. The position may be in London or Cambridge, In office attendance is required. What you'll be doing Provide advice and counsel to HR team on a broad range of employment issues including: hiring, performance management (including performance improvement plans where applicable), grievances and disciplinary matters, investigations, redundancies and reorganizations, wage and hour compliance, contingent worker/contractor issues; reasonable accommodations and adjustments, flexible work requests, leaves of absence, employee privacy and data security, benefits, TUPE, works councils, and other employment-related matters. Provide advice and counsel on global labor and employment framework, handbooks and practices. Review and provide guidance on the development of HR policies and procedures globally. Monitor employment-related legal developments and engage proactively to drive compliance and implement risk-mitigating strategies. Draft and negotiate employment agreements, settlement agreements and other employment-related agreements. Advise on complex/sensitive employment matters and help resolve matters through pre-dispute resolution and/or positioning Roku for potential employment litigation. Manage employment-related claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel and responding to complaints, lawyer letters, settlement demands and claims globally. Negotiate appropriate resolutions to claims and other pending matters. Assist with preparing, reviewing and implementing training programs. Assist with other projects as needed. We're excited if you have Qualified lawyer with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience handling employment and labor issues in a demanding and innovative business and legal environment at a law firm or in house position. Expertise in employment counseling with a strong understanding of UK employment and labor laws, some experience of other EMEA jurisdictions or India preferred Prior in-house experience strongly preferred Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-department and cross-functional role Willingness to actively suggest process improvements in the course of completing assignments Strong written and oral communication skills Experience advising on employment and labor issues unique to the technology and/or entertainment/content production industries preferred Benefits Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter. The Roku Culture Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV. We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002. To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit .
You will be a part of the EMEA Litigation team with significant responsibility for handling and advising on a portfolio of matters in the EMEA region, including contentious regulatory issues and investigations, internal reviews, litigation and arbitration, as well as pre-litigation advice. As part of your role, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders, including business units and line of business lawyers, as well as external counsel, to deliver strategic outcomes that minimise risk for the firm. As a Vice President in EMEA Litigation, you will advise the business on a wide range of contentious issues involving all lines of business - Commercial and Investment Bank, Asset and Wealth Management, International Consumer Bank and Corporate - across the EMEA region. You will manage the full life-cycle of matters within your portfolio, working closely with other control functions to manage risk. Job Responsibilities Manages litigation, contentious regulatory matters and disputes, either as stand-alone matters with the relevant line of business lawyer or as part of a wider team including outside counsel Instructs outside counsel, including reviewing draft documents, formulating strategy and managing legal spend Works closely with the business to assess risk, develop strategy and formulate our approach as well as to advise on handling complaints and disputes that arise pre-litigation Responds to regulatory enquiries in conjunction with the Compliance Department. Briefs senior members of the business and the Legal Department in EMEA and the United States, including giving updates and providing advice Assists with litigation-related queries on topics such as jurisdiction clauses, indemnity clauses and wider concerns regarding potential disputes Works collaboratively on projects across Litigation and the Legal Department which focus on improving internal practices or coordinating subject matter expertise across practice groups Required qualifications, capabilities and skills 3+ years PQE in banking litigation or contentious regulatory work. Your relevant experience may have been gained at a law firm, equivalent role within the legal department of a large financial institution or the enforcement division of a financial regulator Licensed to practice law and be a member in good standing in the state/ jurisdiction in which the position is based (either London or Paris) or otherwise in compliance with the in-house counsel registration rules of that state/jurisdiction Excellent relationship management and people skills, with the ability to get along with a broad mix of people and personality styles. You must be able to form and maintain strong working relationships within Legal, with clients and stakeholders, and work well within a team environment Ability to provide firm guidance and workable solutions on complex and sensitive issues with the appropriate balance of commercial risk often under critical time pressure Strategic thinker with good business understanding and a willingness to learn from business subject experts, as well as having excellent analytical and drafting skills with due attention to detail You need to think on your feet, multitask and prioritise. You must be capable of working independently and efficiently with a flexible attitude to work and colleague coverage You must be a confident presenter with the gravitas to advise senior management, influence individuals and manage challenge within the organisation Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills Contentious regulatory experience Experience of running cases with limited supervision Proficient in other languages
Mar 24, 2024
Full time
You will be a part of the EMEA Litigation team with significant responsibility for handling and advising on a portfolio of matters in the EMEA region, including contentious regulatory issues and investigations, internal reviews, litigation and arbitration, as well as pre-litigation advice. As part of your role, you will partner closely with internal stakeholders, including business units and line of business lawyers, as well as external counsel, to deliver strategic outcomes that minimise risk for the firm. As a Vice President in EMEA Litigation, you will advise the business on a wide range of contentious issues involving all lines of business - Commercial and Investment Bank, Asset and Wealth Management, International Consumer Bank and Corporate - across the EMEA region. You will manage the full life-cycle of matters within your portfolio, working closely with other control functions to manage risk. Job Responsibilities Manages litigation, contentious regulatory matters and disputes, either as stand-alone matters with the relevant line of business lawyer or as part of a wider team including outside counsel Instructs outside counsel, including reviewing draft documents, formulating strategy and managing legal spend Works closely with the business to assess risk, develop strategy and formulate our approach as well as to advise on handling complaints and disputes that arise pre-litigation Responds to regulatory enquiries in conjunction with the Compliance Department. Briefs senior members of the business and the Legal Department in EMEA and the United States, including giving updates and providing advice Assists with litigation-related queries on topics such as jurisdiction clauses, indemnity clauses and wider concerns regarding potential disputes Works collaboratively on projects across Litigation and the Legal Department which focus on improving internal practices or coordinating subject matter expertise across practice groups Required qualifications, capabilities and skills 3+ years PQE in banking litigation or contentious regulatory work. Your relevant experience may have been gained at a law firm, equivalent role within the legal department of a large financial institution or the enforcement division of a financial regulator Licensed to practice law and be a member in good standing in the state/ jurisdiction in which the position is based (either London or Paris) or otherwise in compliance with the in-house counsel registration rules of that state/jurisdiction Excellent relationship management and people skills, with the ability to get along with a broad mix of people and personality styles. You must be able to form and maintain strong working relationships within Legal, with clients and stakeholders, and work well within a team environment Ability to provide firm guidance and workable solutions on complex and sensitive issues with the appropriate balance of commercial risk often under critical time pressure Strategic thinker with good business understanding and a willingness to learn from business subject experts, as well as having excellent analytical and drafting skills with due attention to detail You need to think on your feet, multitask and prioritise. You must be capable of working independently and efficiently with a flexible attitude to work and colleague coverage You must be a confident presenter with the gravitas to advise senior management, influence individuals and manage challenge within the organisation Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills Contentious regulatory experience Experience of running cases with limited supervision Proficient in other languages
Salary Scale: £40k to £51,500 per annum Closing date: 3 April 2024 What is the purpose of this job? Supporting RDG in ensuring that it enters into legally and commercially sound agreements with suppliers to the rail industry and supporting the numerous functions within RDG with their legal and commercial issues. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to be involved with include: Providing accurate legal advice to colleagues across the organisation on a variety of legal issues, including general and IT specific commercial contracts, data protection (including GDPR and PECR), advertising and marketing law, and consumer protection legislation. Working with the Procurement team on contracts, from initial invitation to tender, to contract conclusion, for a variety of goods and services such as consultancy agreements, contract variations, IT related agreements from software development to SaaS agreements, marketing and advertising agreements. Advising the Procurement team regarding project risks and onerous terms in proposed contracts. Managing some IP and trade mark matters. Ensuring compliance with internal corporate governance procedures for the approval of contracts for signature. Ensuring compliance with laws and guidelines related to the business and anticipating changes in laws and codes, maintaining an awareness of proposed legislation and regulations. Conducting legal research as required. Managing the Legal inbox and dealing with day-to-day legal issues as they arise. Ad hoc training of RDG colleagues to raise legal awareness and understanding throughout the organisation. Who will my key contacts be? RDG Executive and Senior Leadership team. Internal departments across RDG. External suppliers. External Legal advisors. We are looking for a newly qualified lawyer, with some practical experience practising law, preferably in an in-house legal department. Practical experience of company/commercial law, negotiation and commercial contracts. A working knowledge of contract and corporate law, as well as compliance and regulatory matters. The ability to evaluate and summarise legal advice and communicate this advice in a succinct and pragmatic way to different areas of the business. Ability to prioritise and manage immediate day-to-day challenges alongside ongoing deadlines. A natural problem solver with strong interpersonal skills. Good organisational skills and a can-do attitude. 30 days annual leave 75% reduction on UK rail travel (for work and leisure) - more below Reduced international rail travel Interest free season ticket loan Contributory defined benefit pension scheme Give As You Earn scheme Subsidised private medical care Healthcare cash plan scheme Employee Assistance Programme scheme Flexible working 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (subject to eligibility) Personal Development Days Employees may sell up to a maximum of five days' leave. Employees can buy up to a maximum of five days' leave. These figures will be pro rata for part-time employees
Mar 24, 2024
Full time
Salary Scale: £40k to £51,500 per annum Closing date: 3 April 2024 What is the purpose of this job? Supporting RDG in ensuring that it enters into legally and commercially sound agreements with suppliers to the rail industry and supporting the numerous functions within RDG with their legal and commercial issues. What can I expect to do in this job? This isn't an exhaustive list, but things you can expect to be involved with include: Providing accurate legal advice to colleagues across the organisation on a variety of legal issues, including general and IT specific commercial contracts, data protection (including GDPR and PECR), advertising and marketing law, and consumer protection legislation. Working with the Procurement team on contracts, from initial invitation to tender, to contract conclusion, for a variety of goods and services such as consultancy agreements, contract variations, IT related agreements from software development to SaaS agreements, marketing and advertising agreements. Advising the Procurement team regarding project risks and onerous terms in proposed contracts. Managing some IP and trade mark matters. Ensuring compliance with internal corporate governance procedures for the approval of contracts for signature. Ensuring compliance with laws and guidelines related to the business and anticipating changes in laws and codes, maintaining an awareness of proposed legislation and regulations. Conducting legal research as required. Managing the Legal inbox and dealing with day-to-day legal issues as they arise. Ad hoc training of RDG colleagues to raise legal awareness and understanding throughout the organisation. Who will my key contacts be? RDG Executive and Senior Leadership team. Internal departments across RDG. External suppliers. External Legal advisors. We are looking for a newly qualified lawyer, with some practical experience practising law, preferably in an in-house legal department. Practical experience of company/commercial law, negotiation and commercial contracts. A working knowledge of contract and corporate law, as well as compliance and regulatory matters. The ability to evaluate and summarise legal advice and communicate this advice in a succinct and pragmatic way to different areas of the business. Ability to prioritise and manage immediate day-to-day challenges alongside ongoing deadlines. A natural problem solver with strong interpersonal skills. Good organisational skills and a can-do attitude. 30 days annual leave 75% reduction on UK rail travel (for work and leisure) - more below Reduced international rail travel Interest free season ticket loan Contributory defined benefit pension scheme Give As You Earn scheme Subsidised private medical care Healthcare cash plan scheme Employee Assistance Programme scheme Flexible working 30 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (subject to eligibility) Personal Development Days Employees may sell up to a maximum of five days' leave. Employees can buy up to a maximum of five days' leave. These figures will be pro rata for part-time employees