Thomson Legal

Leading international law firm are looking to hire an Associate level Lawyer (4+ PQE) to join their high-ranking TMT team in Scotland- this role can ben based in Edinburgh or Glasgow. Role Profile The firmhas a tier one TMT international practice with TMT lawyers operating across the globe and the Scotland TMT team is thelargest TMT team outside of London. The practice has a strong sector focus, particularly financial services clients, energy suppliers, retail, universities, technology suppliers and customers seeking digital solutions and innovation. The team is focussed on key client propositions, such as FinTech and Big Data), which interface to a wide range of sectors, such as infrastructure and construction, energy and real estate. The role is wide-ranging and will include: Supporting clients with their digital, technology outsourcing and business change projects; Acting for customers and suppliers in sourcing related deals; Developing ongoing relationships with an existing client base as well as supporting pitches for new opportunities; Developing close working relationships as part of an international team; Taking an active role in our campaigns and the development of our products. Candidate Requirements The successful candidates will: Have gained experience in a firm with an established TMT practice or a large commercial practice, specialising in sourcing related matters; Have grounding in IT, Data Protection and Commercial Law; Understand or be keen to learn about the financial services sector and regulations around sourcing; Be a team player, able to forge strong working relationships with colleagues; Be technically strong and exercise good commercial judgment; Be receptive to different ways of working including strong project management. This is a dynamic team where every team member can make his or her own mark- The firmwelcomes self-starters who want to progress and who enjoy challenging work in new areas. On offer is a top-tier salary and benefits package. For a confidential discussion about this role or to apply, please contact: David Thomson, Director Edinburgh: Glasgow: Email: