This job is syndicated, meaning it's been sourced outside FractionalFinders. Legal Director (Intellectual Property) - Part-Time Function: Legal Work Arrangement: Remote (UK or Ireland) or office-based (London or Ireland) Employment Type: Part-Time, 1-4 days per week Compensation: Up to £140,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience and days per week Our client is a medical device company developing minimally invasive technologies for vascular and endovascular procedures. The company operates as part of the medical device division of a larger international healthcare group. One product is currently on the market, with several more in the pipeline and in human trials ahead of further launches targeted for early 2027. Following its acquisition by the group, the company is creating its first in house legal position to provide dedicated intellectual property coverage, working closely with R&D, regulatory, clinical, finance, operations, and commercial teams. The position is offered on an employed, part-time basis, with flexibility of 1-4 days per week. The role can be: Fully remote, with one to two days per month of travel to the company's Ireland office. Office based at the company's London or Ireland office. The core focus is intellectual property, with scope for candidates who can commit more days per week to take on broader, generalist legal work. Advise on and support execution of the company's intellectual property strategy, aligning it with product development, clinical, regulatory, and commercial goals. Prepare, review, and prosecute patent applications globally, working closely with engineers, scientists, and outside counsel as appropriate. Manage outside counsel on patent preparation, prosecution, oppositions, post grant challenges, and related matters, including oversight of strategy, quality, and cost. Conduct patentability, landscape, and freedom to operate analyses, and monitor competitor filings and products. Counsel business and technical teams on patent strategy, invention capture, trade secrets, and IP risk management. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including NDAs, consulting, supplier, service, technology, and licensing agreements. For candidates able to commit more days per week, support broader legal matters such as M&A and partnership due diligence, employment, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance, coordinating with outside counsel and functional owners as needed. Your Profile Qualified solicitor, admitted to practice and in good standing in the UK, Ireland, or another relevant jurisdiction, with substantial experience in patent drafting and prosecution. 10+ years of experience drafting, prosecuting, and managing patent applications. Background in biotech, medical devices, or a related life sciences field. Experience building and managing patent portfolios aligned with business objectives. Comfortable operating as a company's sole in house legal resource and working across technical and business functions. Sound legal judgment with a pragmatic, commercially minded approach to risk. Able to travel to the company's Ireland office for one to two days per month when working remotely. Nice to Have Experience drafting, reviewing, or negotiating commercial or corporate agreements. Exposure to broader legal matters such as employment, corporate transactions, or regulatory compliance. Compensation Up to £140,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience and days per week.
Aug 24, 2026
Full time
This job is syndicated, meaning it's been sourced outside FractionalFinders. Legal Director (Intellectual Property) - Part-Time Function: Legal Work Arrangement: Remote (UK or Ireland) or office-based (London or Ireland) Employment Type: Part-Time, 1-4 days per week Compensation: Up to £140,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience and days per week Our client is a medical device company developing minimally invasive technologies for vascular and endovascular procedures. The company operates as part of the medical device division of a larger international healthcare group. One product is currently on the market, with several more in the pipeline and in human trials ahead of further launches targeted for early 2027. Following its acquisition by the group, the company is creating its first in house legal position to provide dedicated intellectual property coverage, working closely with R&D, regulatory, clinical, finance, operations, and commercial teams. The position is offered on an employed, part-time basis, with flexibility of 1-4 days per week. The role can be: Fully remote, with one to two days per month of travel to the company's Ireland office. Office based at the company's London or Ireland office. The core focus is intellectual property, with scope for candidates who can commit more days per week to take on broader, generalist legal work. Advise on and support execution of the company's intellectual property strategy, aligning it with product development, clinical, regulatory, and commercial goals. Prepare, review, and prosecute patent applications globally, working closely with engineers, scientists, and outside counsel as appropriate. Manage outside counsel on patent preparation, prosecution, oppositions, post grant challenges, and related matters, including oversight of strategy, quality, and cost. Conduct patentability, landscape, and freedom to operate analyses, and monitor competitor filings and products. Counsel business and technical teams on patent strategy, invention capture, trade secrets, and IP risk management. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, including NDAs, consulting, supplier, service, technology, and licensing agreements. For candidates able to commit more days per week, support broader legal matters such as M&A and partnership due diligence, employment, corporate transactions, and regulatory compliance, coordinating with outside counsel and functional owners as needed. Your Profile Qualified solicitor, admitted to practice and in good standing in the UK, Ireland, or another relevant jurisdiction, with substantial experience in patent drafting and prosecution. 10+ years of experience drafting, prosecuting, and managing patent applications. Background in biotech, medical devices, or a related life sciences field. Experience building and managing patent portfolios aligned with business objectives. Comfortable operating as a company's sole in house legal resource and working across technical and business functions. Sound legal judgment with a pragmatic, commercially minded approach to risk. Able to travel to the company's Ireland office for one to two days per month when working remotely. Nice to Have Experience drafting, reviewing, or negotiating commercial or corporate agreements. Exposure to broader legal matters such as employment, corporate transactions, or regulatory compliance. Compensation Up to £140,000 per year, pro rata, depending on experience and days per week.
245 Hammersmith (95989), United Kingdom, London, Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network) Job Title: Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network)- Senior Manager Location: London (Hammersmith) - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. Our Mission We're on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we've consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK's Best Workplaces Hear from our team about what it's like working at Capital One UK. About the Role The Capital One Legal Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative corporate trained deal / product attorney to join our Global Payment Network Legal team, to lead our legal strategy and business growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You won't just be giving advice, you will be a critical strategic partner embedded directly within the business. The successful candidate will be a valued member of a truly global team, providing legal and commercial guidance to the Global Payments Network, to support the business in navigating our growth agenda. They will leverage their outstanding legal and communication skills, and bring an ability to anticipate and deliver on the needs of an innovative, sophisticated, and fast-paced business while simultaneously managing a wide range of transactions and projects. As a key strategic partner embedded within the business, you will negotiate commercial agreements, help identify risks, and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals. You will find that the Legal Department is not a "check the box" function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business. What you'll do Serve as lead counsel to help drive international expansion for our Global Payments Network by providing strategic and actionable legal and commercial advice and expertise. Own our EMEA legal and commercial contracting strategy, and delivery roadmap for the Global Payments Network. Provide cross-functional assistance by partnering closely with Risk and Compliance officers to ensure comprehensive support. Provide thought and strategic leadership on relevant legal and commercial considerations for EMEA. Engage and oversee outside legal counsel as needed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay abreast of external legal and regulatory developments and expectations that could impact the environment in which Capital One operates, understanding its impact on Capital One's inherent compliance risk. Stand up and refine processes that make legal workflows dramatically more efficient and user-friendly for our business partners. What you'll bring Qualified solicitor with 6+ years of post-qualification experience. Prior experience negotiating, drafting, and guiding implementation of commercial agreements strongly preferred. Experience working within a financial services environment. Strong business judgment and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly communicate legal and commercial terms, business strategy, and compliance risk to stakeholders at all levels across the business and to external stakeholders. A willingness and ability to influence and effectively challenge stakeholders with credibility at all levels of business, as well as external stakeholders. Being comfortable balancing trade-offs between risk and returns in order to achieve our business objectives and to support us in effectively managing all compliance legal risks associated with the Capital One. An ability to understand complex topics quickly with depth that allows for the delivery and actionable insights. An ability to build and leverage relevant networks inside and outside the organisation Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London (Hammersmith) office. We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. What's in it for you We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. In addition to career development, our comprehensive benefits package is designed to grow with you, ensuring your wellbeing is prioritised at every stage of your career: Wealth & Future: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes Holidays: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure. Need more? You have the option to buy 5 additional days. Health: Access premium care through our private medical insurance. Family Support: We champion your milestones with enhanced parental leave. A full list of our benefits is available here. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our core. We empower our associates to do great work by creating an inclusive culture-one that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration and encourages innovative ideas-and a place where associates of all backgrounds can thrive by bringing their most authentic selves to work. We call this our Culture of Belonging, and it rests at the heart of our business. Our associate-led Business Resource Groups were created to help support our diverse population and include over 10 groups across our offices. Because each Business Resource Group is as unique as the population it serves, they offer a range of activities, networking opportunities, special events and learning programmes to associates. Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
245 Hammersmith (95989), United Kingdom, London, Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network) Job Title: Lead Counsel for EMEA - Network Deals & Products (Discover Global Payment Network)- Senior Manager Location: London (Hammersmith) - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days in-office (Tuesday-Thursday) and 2 days remote. Our Mission We're on a mission to be a force for good in lending. Throughout our almost 30-year history, we've consistently been recognised as a great place to work; in 2026, Capital One was officially ranked 9th in the UK's Best Workplaces Hear from our team about what it's like working at Capital One UK. About the Role The Capital One Legal Department is seeking an experienced and collaborative corporate trained deal / product attorney to join our Global Payment Network Legal team, to lead our legal strategy and business growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). You won't just be giving advice, you will be a critical strategic partner embedded directly within the business. The successful candidate will be a valued member of a truly global team, providing legal and commercial guidance to the Global Payments Network, to support the business in navigating our growth agenda. They will leverage their outstanding legal and communication skills, and bring an ability to anticipate and deliver on the needs of an innovative, sophisticated, and fast-paced business while simultaneously managing a wide range of transactions and projects. As a key strategic partner embedded within the business, you will negotiate commercial agreements, help identify risks, and solve problems alongside a team of world-class professionals. You will find that the Legal Department is not a "check the box" function but instead, an important voice and strategic partner in all aspects of the business. What you'll do Serve as lead counsel to help drive international expansion for our Global Payments Network by providing strategic and actionable legal and commercial advice and expertise. Own our EMEA legal and commercial contracting strategy, and delivery roadmap for the Global Payments Network. Provide cross-functional assistance by partnering closely with Risk and Compliance officers to ensure comprehensive support. Provide thought and strategic leadership on relevant legal and commercial considerations for EMEA. Engage and oversee outside legal counsel as needed in an effective and efficient manner. Stay abreast of external legal and regulatory developments and expectations that could impact the environment in which Capital One operates, understanding its impact on Capital One's inherent compliance risk. Stand up and refine processes that make legal workflows dramatically more efficient and user-friendly for our business partners. What you'll bring Qualified solicitor with 6+ years of post-qualification experience. Prior experience negotiating, drafting, and guiding implementation of commercial agreements strongly preferred. Experience working within a financial services environment. Strong business judgment and analytical skills Excellent communication skills, with an ability to clearly communicate legal and commercial terms, business strategy, and compliance risk to stakeholders at all levels across the business and to external stakeholders. A willingness and ability to influence and effectively challenge stakeholders with credibility at all levels of business, as well as external stakeholders. Being comfortable balancing trade-offs between risk and returns in order to achieve our business objectives and to support us in effectively managing all compliance legal risks associated with the Capital One. An ability to understand complex topics quickly with depth that allows for the delivery and actionable insights. An ability to build and leverage relevant networks inside and outside the organisation Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London (Hammersmith) office. We embrace a hybrid approach to work. You'll spend three days a week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with Monday and Friday being dedicated work-from-home days. Our offices are designed to inspire and support you. What's in it for you We invest in the growth of our people alongside our business. You will have extensive opportunities to learn and develop your career, including access to up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications. In addition to career development, our comprehensive benefits package is designed to grow with you, ensuring your wellbeing is prioritised at every stage of your career: Wealth & Future: Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes Holidays: Start with 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure. Need more? You have the option to buy 5 additional days. Health: Access premium care through our private medical insurance. Family Support: We champion your milestones with enhanced parental leave. A full list of our benefits is available here. What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging at our core. We empower our associates to do great work by creating an inclusive culture-one that values diverse perspectives, fosters collaboration and encourages innovative ideas-and a place where associates of all backgrounds can thrive by bringing their most authentic selves to work. We call this our Culture of Belonging, and it rests at the heart of our business. Our associate-led Business Resource Groups were created to help support our diverse population and include over 10 groups across our offices. Because each Business Resource Group is as unique as the population it serves, they offer a range of activities, networking opportunities, special events and learning programmes to associates. Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Associate - Planning Department: Planning and Environmental Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London Reporting To: Jacqueline Backhause Description Our team has grown significantly over the last six years. We are based in London, Exeter and Manchester. Not resting on our laurels, our business plan foresees continued growth over the next five years. We have plans to strengthen our practice in London and the regions and an exciting opportunity has now arisen for an Associate to join our national practice. The Role Our Planning Team acts for a full range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We work closely with colleagues in our leading Public Sector, Real Estate, Construction and Corporate teams providing our clients with the best and most commercial advice, irrespective of market sector. We advise on all contentious and non-contentious aspects of the planning and environmental regimes. Our team has grown significantly over the last six years. We are based in London, Exeter and Manchester. Not resting on our laurels, our business plan foresees continued growth over the next five years. We have plans to strengthen our practice in London and the regions and an exciting opportunity has now arisen for an Associate to join our national practice. Working seamlessly with colleagues and clients across the country, you will support planning partners Jacqueline Backhaus, Rory Stracey and Rob Walker. Most importantly, however, the opportunity is for you to assist in the future development of the firm's planning offering both inside and outside of London. You will have significant opportunity to develop a strong practice. Some of the team's high profile and significant matters that have been watched closely by the sector include: Regeneration of Meridian Water - 10,000 homes acting for the London Borough of Enfield; Relocation of the Museum of London into Smithfield; Advising the Ellison Institute of Technology regarding potential development prospects following their acquisition of 11-12 St James's Square in London; Estates regeneration in Merton - Leading on planning, environmental and CPO for 4500 new homes; Acting for Farnborough Airport Limited in respect of its planning application to increase aircraft movements from 50,000 to 70,000, including increased movements at weekends; Regeneration of Ham Close in Richmond acting for Richmond Housing Partnership; Leading planning appeal in Chelsea for Estate regeneration project for 400 new homes; Leading planning and environmental matters for an innovative self-build scheme in Cherwell for 1900 homes; Advising on planning and environmental aspects of Energy to Waste plants in Cambridge and North Yorkshire; Acting for many Registered Providers; Acting for Historic England; Acting for many local authorities. What you'll be doing Complex planning applications - legal reviews and strategic advice Section106 agreements Section 278 agreements General planning advice in respect of major development schemes in the waste sector, the affordable housing sector, as well as the private developer sector Acting for planning authorities and registered providers in relation to CPO work Enforcement issues and public inquiry work Planning due diligence on commercial and corporate transactions Building and maintaining effective client relationships Active participation in marketing initiatives Ensuring files are managed in compliance with Lexcel procedures Participating in firm-wide and departmental training sessions Training and development of junior legal staff and secretary (where appropriate) The Candidate The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at the Associate grade. In particular for this role we require: Proven ability to take on responsibility and manage files, independently where appropriate; Qualified solicitor with up to 5 years' experience in planning work. Strong academic record Exceptional technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail Unwavering client focus with a track record of superior service delivery Sharp commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities Natural credibility and gravitas in client-facing situations Methodical, disciplined and highly organised approach to complex matters Outstanding communication skills across all mediums and audiences Join a team where your expertise shapes the future of planning law. At Trowers & Hamlins, you'll benefit from structured career development, mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to work on market-defining projects whilst building your reputation as a planning law expert in a supportive, ambitious environment. Benefits Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more. Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation. As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Associate - Planning Department: Planning and Environmental Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time Location: London Reporting To: Jacqueline Backhause Description Our team has grown significantly over the last six years. We are based in London, Exeter and Manchester. Not resting on our laurels, our business plan foresees continued growth over the next five years. We have plans to strengthen our practice in London and the regions and an exciting opportunity has now arisen for an Associate to join our national practice. The Role Our Planning Team acts for a full range of clients in both the private and public sectors. We work closely with colleagues in our leading Public Sector, Real Estate, Construction and Corporate teams providing our clients with the best and most commercial advice, irrespective of market sector. We advise on all contentious and non-contentious aspects of the planning and environmental regimes. Our team has grown significantly over the last six years. We are based in London, Exeter and Manchester. Not resting on our laurels, our business plan foresees continued growth over the next five years. We have plans to strengthen our practice in London and the regions and an exciting opportunity has now arisen for an Associate to join our national practice. Working seamlessly with colleagues and clients across the country, you will support planning partners Jacqueline Backhaus, Rory Stracey and Rob Walker. Most importantly, however, the opportunity is for you to assist in the future development of the firm's planning offering both inside and outside of London. You will have significant opportunity to develop a strong practice. Some of the team's high profile and significant matters that have been watched closely by the sector include: Regeneration of Meridian Water - 10,000 homes acting for the London Borough of Enfield; Relocation of the Museum of London into Smithfield; Advising the Ellison Institute of Technology regarding potential development prospects following their acquisition of 11-12 St James's Square in London; Estates regeneration in Merton - Leading on planning, environmental and CPO for 4500 new homes; Acting for Farnborough Airport Limited in respect of its planning application to increase aircraft movements from 50,000 to 70,000, including increased movements at weekends; Regeneration of Ham Close in Richmond acting for Richmond Housing Partnership; Leading planning appeal in Chelsea for Estate regeneration project for 400 new homes; Leading planning and environmental matters for an innovative self-build scheme in Cherwell for 1900 homes; Advising on planning and environmental aspects of Energy to Waste plants in Cambridge and North Yorkshire; Acting for many Registered Providers; Acting for Historic England; Acting for many local authorities. What you'll be doing Complex planning applications - legal reviews and strategic advice Section106 agreements Section 278 agreements General planning advice in respect of major development schemes in the waste sector, the affordable housing sector, as well as the private developer sector Acting for planning authorities and registered providers in relation to CPO work Enforcement issues and public inquiry work Planning due diligence on commercial and corporate transactions Building and maintaining effective client relationships Active participation in marketing initiatives Ensuring files are managed in compliance with Lexcel procedures Participating in firm-wide and departmental training sessions Training and development of junior legal staff and secretary (where appropriate) The Candidate The firm has a Career Development Framework which sets out the competencies we expect of those at the Associate grade. In particular for this role we require: Proven ability to take on responsibility and manage files, independently where appropriate; Qualified solicitor with up to 5 years' experience in planning work. Strong academic record Exceptional technical legal skills with meticulous attention to detail Unwavering client focus with a track record of superior service delivery Sharp commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities Natural credibility and gravitas in client-facing situations Methodical, disciplined and highly organised approach to complex matters Outstanding communication skills across all mediums and audiences Join a team where your expertise shapes the future of planning law. At Trowers & Hamlins, you'll benefit from structured career development, mentorship from industry leaders, and the opportunity to work on market-defining projects whilst building your reputation as a planning law expert in a supportive, ambitious environment. Benefits Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more. Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation. As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.
About Our Team Are you a qualified solicitor who enjoys working with senior legal stakeholders to unpack complex challenges and shape confident, value led decisions? Do you thrive in a consultative role where legal expertise, commercial insight, and technology come together to influence enterprise outcomes? About our Team LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX (), a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today's top model creators for each individual legal use case. About the Role LexisNexis is transforming how law firms and legal teams deliver work, and we are looking for exceptional lawyers to help lead that change. The Legal AI Innovation Lead is a senior, consultative, pre sales role that operates alongside our sales professionals to originate, shape, and progress complex enterprise opportunities. You will build trusted relationships with senior law firm and in house legal stakeholders, conduct in depth discovery, and deliver tailored demonstrations and insights to help our sales team successfully demonstrate the value of our services to prospective customers. Responsibilities Partner with Account Executives / Strategic Account Managers to research prospects, shape pursuit strategies, and drive opportunities from qualification through close (new business and expansion), including positioning, objection handling, driving stakeholder alignment. Engage managing partners, practice chairs, firm leadership, and senior in-house counsel to understand priorities and position LexisNexis as a trusted partner in legal AI and workflow transformation. Lead senior level discovery and structured workflow analysis to diagnose challenges, map decision makers / champions, and identify value levers, inefficiencies, and measurable ROI opportunities. Translate legal workflows into clear, commercially compelling use cases and solution strategies, aligned to practice areas and client strategic objectives. Design and deliver tailored, insight led demonstrations and high impact presentations that connect workflow insight, product capability, and commercial outcomes across 1:1, small group, and large group settings. Develop bespoke proof of concept engagements to validate value and build confidence; serve as the Voice of the Customer by partnering with product/engineering/marketing/strategy, informed by customer/competitor/market research, and represent LexisNexis at industry events and executive briefings. Requirements For UK based coverage, be a Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years PQE. 3+ years of experience in a leading law firm (Top50) or in house experience in a large corporation. Background in corporate, finance, disputes/litigation, or other complex practice areas with demonstrable client facing experience (preferred). Have experience establishing credibility with partners, firm leadership, and senior in house counsel through strong executive presence, legal expertise, and AI fluency. Deliver persuasive, insight led presentations and demonstrations that engage both legal and business stakeholders (including impromptu whiteboard style and formal presentations/demos). Demonstrate a deep understanding of legal workflows, legal service delivery models, and emerging legal technology trends - able to translate this into tailored, workflow specific value narratives. Demonstrate curiosity, intellectual enthusiasm, and conviction about how AI and legal technology can transform legal workflows and client delivery. Operate effectively in a target driven, revenue accountable role with a clear commercial mindset (pipeline/revenue ownership). Collaborate effectively across teams (sales, marketing, product, client success) to deliver unified client engagement strategies. Sales or customer facing experience (including law firm business development, secondment, or experience directly managing law firm client matters/relationships) is a plus. Success Metrics Pipeline created/influenced and revenue closed (new business and expansion). Conversion cycle progression, effective at moving prospects towards signing a deal. High credibility with prospects; product and go to market impact: actionable voice of customer insights delivered; enablement and thought leadership materials produced and adopted. About the Business LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. We know your well being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights. RELX is a global provider of information based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions. Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
About Our Team Are you a qualified solicitor who enjoys working with senior legal stakeholders to unpack complex challenges and shape confident, value led decisions? Do you thrive in a consultative role where legal expertise, commercial insight, and technology come together to influence enterprise outcomes? About our Team LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX (), a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today's top model creators for each individual legal use case. About the Role LexisNexis is transforming how law firms and legal teams deliver work, and we are looking for exceptional lawyers to help lead that change. The Legal AI Innovation Lead is a senior, consultative, pre sales role that operates alongside our sales professionals to originate, shape, and progress complex enterprise opportunities. You will build trusted relationships with senior law firm and in house legal stakeholders, conduct in depth discovery, and deliver tailored demonstrations and insights to help our sales team successfully demonstrate the value of our services to prospective customers. Responsibilities Partner with Account Executives / Strategic Account Managers to research prospects, shape pursuit strategies, and drive opportunities from qualification through close (new business and expansion), including positioning, objection handling, driving stakeholder alignment. Engage managing partners, practice chairs, firm leadership, and senior in-house counsel to understand priorities and position LexisNexis as a trusted partner in legal AI and workflow transformation. Lead senior level discovery and structured workflow analysis to diagnose challenges, map decision makers / champions, and identify value levers, inefficiencies, and measurable ROI opportunities. Translate legal workflows into clear, commercially compelling use cases and solution strategies, aligned to practice areas and client strategic objectives. Design and deliver tailored, insight led demonstrations and high impact presentations that connect workflow insight, product capability, and commercial outcomes across 1:1, small group, and large group settings. Develop bespoke proof of concept engagements to validate value and build confidence; serve as the Voice of the Customer by partnering with product/engineering/marketing/strategy, informed by customer/competitor/market research, and represent LexisNexis at industry events and executive briefings. Requirements For UK based coverage, be a Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years PQE. 3+ years of experience in a leading law firm (Top50) or in house experience in a large corporation. Background in corporate, finance, disputes/litigation, or other complex practice areas with demonstrable client facing experience (preferred). Have experience establishing credibility with partners, firm leadership, and senior in house counsel through strong executive presence, legal expertise, and AI fluency. Deliver persuasive, insight led presentations and demonstrations that engage both legal and business stakeholders (including impromptu whiteboard style and formal presentations/demos). Demonstrate a deep understanding of legal workflows, legal service delivery models, and emerging legal technology trends - able to translate this into tailored, workflow specific value narratives. Demonstrate curiosity, intellectual enthusiasm, and conviction about how AI and legal technology can transform legal workflows and client delivery. Operate effectively in a target driven, revenue accountable role with a clear commercial mindset (pipeline/revenue ownership). Collaborate effectively across teams (sales, marketing, product, client success) to deliver unified client engagement strategies. Sales or customer facing experience (including law firm business development, secondment, or experience directly managing law firm client matters/relationships) is a plus. Success Metrics Pipeline created/influenced and revenue closed (new business and expansion). Conversion cycle progression, effective at moving prospects towards signing a deal. High credibility with prospects; product and go to market impact: actionable voice of customer insights delivered; enablement and thought leadership materials produced and adopted. About the Business LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. We know your well being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. We are delighted to offer country specific benefits. We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: EEO Know Your Rights. RELX is a global provider of information based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive. Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions. Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL), 5+ PQE, London, Excellent £ Salary (DOE). This is an outstanding opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support the successful corporate team of this top 50 UK Law firm, with an excellent salary and benefits package on offer. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV - JOB REF: JOB TITLE: Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) PQE: 5+ LOCATION: London SALARY: Excellent (DOE) + Benefits THE ROLE: This leading firm is seeking an experienced lawyer to join and support the continued growth of its highly regarded national corporate team. The role will focus on developing and sharing legal knowledge, delivering training and development initiatives, monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and best practice. You will play a key role in supporting the team's ongoing development, enhancing the quality and consistency of legal services, and contributing to the firm's reputation and client offering within the corporate sector. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal qualification, with a strong and demonstrable background in corporate law. Experience across areas such as private equity, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and corporate restructuring would be highly advantageous. You will be a proactive and commercially minded individual with a genuine interest in knowledge management, innovation and technology, and a desire to contribute to the continued development and delivery of high-quality legal services. THE FIRM: This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning national firm and play a key role within its highly regarded corporate team. Based in the London office, you will work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with the opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to the firm's continued success and client service. THE PACKAGE: A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including a performance-related bonus, generous pension scheme, five weeks' annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay, income protection after two years' service, life assurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL), 5+ PQE, London, Excellent £ Salary (DOE). This is an outstanding opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support the successful corporate team of this top 50 UK Law firm, with an excellent salary and benefits package on offer. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV - JOB REF: JOB TITLE: Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) PQE: 5+ LOCATION: London SALARY: Excellent (DOE) + Benefits THE ROLE: This leading firm is seeking an experienced lawyer to join and support the continued growth of its highly regarded national corporate team. The role will focus on developing and sharing legal knowledge, delivering training and development initiatives, monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and best practice. You will play a key role in supporting the team's ongoing development, enhancing the quality and consistency of legal services, and contributing to the firm's reputation and client offering within the corporate sector. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal qualification, with a strong and demonstrable background in corporate law. Experience across areas such as private equity, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and corporate restructuring would be highly advantageous. You will be a proactive and commercially minded individual with a genuine interest in knowledge management, innovation and technology, and a desire to contribute to the continued development and delivery of high-quality legal services. THE FIRM: This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning national firm and play a key role within its highly regarded corporate team. Based in the London office, you will work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with the opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to the firm's continued success and client service. THE PACKAGE: A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including a performance-related bonus, generous pension scheme, five weeks' annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay, income protection after two years' service, life assurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL), 5+ PQE, Oxfordshire, Excellent £ Salary (DOE). This is an outstanding opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support the successful corporate team of this top 50 UK Law firm, with an excellent salary and benefits package on offer. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV - JOB REF: JOB TITLE: Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) PQE: 5+ LOCATION: Oxfordshire SALARY: Excellent (DOE) + Benefits THE ROLE: This leading firm is seeking an experienced lawyer to join and support the continued growth of its highly regarded national corporate team. The role will focus on developing and sharing legal knowledge, delivering training and development initiatives, monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and best practice. You will play a key role in supporting the team's ongoing development, enhancing the quality and consistency of legal services, and contributing to the firm's reputation and client offering within the corporate sector. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal qualification, with a strong and demonstrable background in corporate law. Experience across areas such as private equity, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and corporate restructuring would be highly advantageous. You will be a proactive and commercially minded individual with a genuine interest in knowledge management, innovation and technology, and a desire to contribute to the continued development and delivery of high-quality legal services. THE FIRM: This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning national firm and play a key role within its highly regarded corporate team. Based in the London office, you will work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with the opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to the firm's continued success and client service. THE PACKAGE: A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including a performance-related bonus, generous pension scheme, five weeks' annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay, income protection after two years' service, life assurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL), 5+ PQE, Oxfordshire, Excellent £ Salary (DOE). This is an outstanding opportunity for a Knowledge Lawyer to support the successful corporate team of this top 50 UK Law firm, with an excellent salary and benefits package on offer. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Gemma on or email with your CV - JOB REF: JOB TITLE: Corporate Knowledge Lawyer (PSL) PQE: 5+ LOCATION: Oxfordshire SALARY: Excellent (DOE) + Benefits THE ROLE: This leading firm is seeking an experienced lawyer to join and support the continued growth of its highly regarded national corporate team. The role will focus on developing and sharing legal knowledge, delivering training and development initiatives, monitoring legislative and regulatory changes, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and best practice. You will play a key role in supporting the team's ongoing development, enhancing the quality and consistency of legal services, and contributing to the firm's reputation and client offering within the corporate sector. THE CANDIDATE: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years' PQE as a qualified Solicitor or equivalent legal qualification, with a strong and demonstrable background in corporate law. Experience across areas such as private equity, mergers and acquisitions, IPOs and corporate restructuring would be highly advantageous. You will be a proactive and commercially minded individual with a genuine interest in knowledge management, innovation and technology, and a desire to contribute to the continued development and delivery of high-quality legal services. THE FIRM: This is an excellent opportunity to join an award-winning national firm and play a key role within its highly regarded corporate team. Based in the London office, you will work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, with the opportunity to develop your career while making a meaningful contribution to the firm's continued success and client service. THE PACKAGE: A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including a performance-related bonus, generous pension scheme, five weeks' annual leave, enhanced maternity and paternity leave and pay, income protection after two years' service, life assurance, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Gemma Jones at eNL on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Consultant Solicitor - Join a top Legal international organisation on a highly attractive fee-sharing basis - work remotely. Our retained top-tier International legal firm with offices across the country and internationally combines a dynamic, modern approach, not only in the practice of law but also by utilising a highly innovative approach to recruitment. As a result, the firm has successfully attracted high-calibre lawyers to join the firm on a consultancy basis. Our clients are looking to extend this dedicated consultancy recruitment program, offering experienced solicitors and Partners with a solid following of clients the opportunity to combine the prestige and security that comes from working with an established International organisation, which offers access to a wide range of clients including national and international clients, HNW individuals, and global organisations, with the freedom, flexibility, and financial benefits of being self employed. The Consultant Solicitor Role Non salaried, profit share basis Work from home or one of the many international offices Financial split 80/20 in your favour Work life balance Better financial reward than just a salary and bonus for your own client base Collaborative working arrangement with all the consultants dealing with HNW work to be able to share work and add value to you Working as a Consultant Solicitor gives you the flexibility to plan your working hours, the freedom to take holidays to suit you, and your choice of location, should you choose to work from home. With no commute and no requirement to attend office based management meetings, you could use those hours more profitably to maximise your billable hours should you wish, or focus on a better work life balance with your family. Additionally, you can enjoy substantial financial benefits; for instance, the financial benefits that would accrue to someone with a following of £150k on a fee share basis would far outweigh what you could expect to earn in a salaried role. Disciplines of Law Aviation Law Employment Law Dispute Resolution Commercial Law Corporate Law Patent Law Insurance Law Competition Law Mergers & Acquisitions Tax Law Contract Law Intellectual Property Law If you're a Consultant Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 32220. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Consultant Solicitor - Join a top Legal international organisation on a highly attractive fee-sharing basis - work remotely. Our retained top-tier International legal firm with offices across the country and internationally combines a dynamic, modern approach, not only in the practice of law but also by utilising a highly innovative approach to recruitment. As a result, the firm has successfully attracted high-calibre lawyers to join the firm on a consultancy basis. Our clients are looking to extend this dedicated consultancy recruitment program, offering experienced solicitors and Partners with a solid following of clients the opportunity to combine the prestige and security that comes from working with an established International organisation, which offers access to a wide range of clients including national and international clients, HNW individuals, and global organisations, with the freedom, flexibility, and financial benefits of being self employed. The Consultant Solicitor Role Non salaried, profit share basis Work from home or one of the many international offices Financial split 80/20 in your favour Work life balance Better financial reward than just a salary and bonus for your own client base Collaborative working arrangement with all the consultants dealing with HNW work to be able to share work and add value to you Working as a Consultant Solicitor gives you the flexibility to plan your working hours, the freedom to take holidays to suit you, and your choice of location, should you choose to work from home. With no commute and no requirement to attend office based management meetings, you could use those hours more profitably to maximise your billable hours should you wish, or focus on a better work life balance with your family. Additionally, you can enjoy substantial financial benefits; for instance, the financial benefits that would accrue to someone with a following of £150k on a fee share basis would far outweigh what you could expect to earn in a salaried role. Disciplines of Law Aviation Law Employment Law Dispute Resolution Commercial Law Corporate Law Patent Law Insurance Law Competition Law Mergers & Acquisitions Tax Law Contract Law Intellectual Property Law If you're a Consultant Solicitor ready to take the next step in your career, apply today. Alternatively, contact Marcus at Law Staff Limited quoting reference 32220. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Aug 21, 2026
Full time
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
We are recruiting for a non-contentious Managing Associate to join our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (PIC) team. While the role is ideally based in either Glasgow or Edinburgh, with flexible hybrid working available, we would also welcome applications from candidates based in other locations. This opportunity is ideally suited to a non-contentious construction lawyer, though we are also interested to speak to people with a mixed contentious and non-contentious practice. PIC has expertise across various sectors, including commercial development, renewable energy, utilities, civil and other heavy engineering, real estate and infrastructure. We also benefit from a broad client base, which includes real estate developers, energy and utilities companies, developers, funders and various significant public sector organisations. PIC has enjoyed significant growth and investment, making it an exciting and rewarding team to be a part of. The national Legal 500 and Chambers ranked team (with a presence in Glasgow, Belfast, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and London) comprises approximately 40 people, including support and lawyers across all levels of seniority. The team maintains a strong and progressive team ethos across our national offices, which encourages collaboration, as well as respect for individuals and their ambition. There is genuine opportunity for lawyers to progress rapidly within the team and be part of its continued success. Your Role You will: Support with key mandates across non-contentious construction work, with appropriate levels of Partner support Support clients on real estate development, energy, infrastructure, housing and student accommodation projects Participate in business development activity to strengthen the team and firm client base Supervise Associates, Paralegals and Trainees, to support them in their development Develop your skills, knowledge and construction law expertise Delegate to and receive support from Senior Associates, Associates, Trainees and Paralegals Support the Partner team on tenders and contribute to team strategic planning Your Skills and Experience You will be/have: A Qualified Solicitor (registered with the Law Society, SRA or equivalent), 6 PQE+, already operating at a senior level, with construction experience gained within a highly regarded Construction and Projects team Well versed in dealing with standard industry forms with expertise in non-contentious matters. Experience of working on real estate development or public sector matters would be beneficial, but not essential. Experience in building and maintaining strong client relationships Experience of supervising and/or managing Associates, Trainees and/or Paralegals Able to demonstrate first class communication skills with the ability and confidence to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels Able to confidently provide strategic advice to a variety of TLT clients Be an active, senior member of the team at TLT, with the commitment to developing the firm's offering locally and nationally Your Team Our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team have extensive experience in development and transactional construction projects, as well as expertise in dispute management and resolution. We work with corporate clients of all sizes - global manufacturers and retailers, major national and regional builders, and commercial land developers are regular clients. We also work with registered housing associations and public bodies including local authorities, police forces and other governmental departments and agencies. About TLT Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Over the last few years TLT's successful growth, delivery of high-quality work and support for colleagues has been consistently recognised by The Times and at the Legal Business, The Lawyer and British Legal Awards. Our ambition is to create opportunities for what comes next for our clients, recognised as their 1st tier adviser and being valued for our values. We do this in our unique way by creating social value and a dynamic environment where our people are curious, creative and ambitious for their success. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute to the success of TLT. Our Benefits We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You'll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. We're happy to talk about how flexible working can work for you and this role. TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, require any reasonable adjustments or an application to Access to work please contact the recruitment team on
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
We are recruiting for a non-contentious Managing Associate to join our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction (PIC) team. While the role is ideally based in either Glasgow or Edinburgh, with flexible hybrid working available, we would also welcome applications from candidates based in other locations. This opportunity is ideally suited to a non-contentious construction lawyer, though we are also interested to speak to people with a mixed contentious and non-contentious practice. PIC has expertise across various sectors, including commercial development, renewable energy, utilities, civil and other heavy engineering, real estate and infrastructure. We also benefit from a broad client base, which includes real estate developers, energy and utilities companies, developers, funders and various significant public sector organisations. PIC has enjoyed significant growth and investment, making it an exciting and rewarding team to be a part of. The national Legal 500 and Chambers ranked team (with a presence in Glasgow, Belfast, Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester and London) comprises approximately 40 people, including support and lawyers across all levels of seniority. The team maintains a strong and progressive team ethos across our national offices, which encourages collaboration, as well as respect for individuals and their ambition. There is genuine opportunity for lawyers to progress rapidly within the team and be part of its continued success. Your Role You will: Support with key mandates across non-contentious construction work, with appropriate levels of Partner support Support clients on real estate development, energy, infrastructure, housing and student accommodation projects Participate in business development activity to strengthen the team and firm client base Supervise Associates, Paralegals and Trainees, to support them in their development Develop your skills, knowledge and construction law expertise Delegate to and receive support from Senior Associates, Associates, Trainees and Paralegals Support the Partner team on tenders and contribute to team strategic planning Your Skills and Experience You will be/have: A Qualified Solicitor (registered with the Law Society, SRA or equivalent), 6 PQE+, already operating at a senior level, with construction experience gained within a highly regarded Construction and Projects team Well versed in dealing with standard industry forms with expertise in non-contentious matters. Experience of working on real estate development or public sector matters would be beneficial, but not essential. Experience in building and maintaining strong client relationships Experience of supervising and/or managing Associates, Trainees and/or Paralegals Able to demonstrate first class communication skills with the ability and confidence to engage with clients and colleagues at all levels Able to confidently provide strategic advice to a variety of TLT clients Be an active, senior member of the team at TLT, with the commitment to developing the firm's offering locally and nationally Your Team Our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction team have extensive experience in development and transactional construction projects, as well as expertise in dispute management and resolution. We work with corporate clients of all sizes - global manufacturers and retailers, major national and regional builders, and commercial land developers are regular clients. We also work with registered housing associations and public bodies including local authorities, police forces and other governmental departments and agencies. About TLT Fast paced, fast growing and forward thinking, TLT is the law firm that helps clients stay one step ahead, and we do the same for our people. With local, national and international reach, we have over 1,800 people in offices across the UK and a network of partner firms across Europe, India and the US. Over the last few years TLT's successful growth, delivery of high-quality work and support for colleagues has been consistently recognised by The Times and at the Legal Business, The Lawyer and British Legal Awards. Our ambition is to create opportunities for what comes next for our clients, recognised as their 1st tier adviser and being valued for our values. We do this in our unique way by creating social value and a dynamic environment where our people are curious, creative and ambitious for their success. In our open and collaborative culture, we encourage everyone to be their whole self, to have a voice and to contribute to the success of TLT. Our Benefits We value our employees highly and we want you to feel valued. You'll receive a competitive salary with an annual pay review. You will also have access to an extensive range of benefits via our flexible benefits scheme including 25 days holiday (which will increase to 30 days based upon length of service) and private medical insurance. At TLT we have a progressive fully flexible working approach. We empower our people to work in a place and at a time that meets their needs, those of their clients and of the wider team and firm. Part of this agile approach is a focus on hybrid working and supporting the work/life balance of our people. We're happy to talk about how flexible working can work for you and this role. TLT is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment and encourages applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of disability, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected by the laws in the locations in which we operate. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments, where necessary, to make interviews and jobs more accessible. Should you have any difficulty during the recruitment process, require any reasonable adjustments or an application to Access to work please contact the recruitment team on
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for aCommercial Solicitorto join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for aCommercial Solicitorto join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3 + years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Commercial Solicitor An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded Central London-based firm. Working closely with experienced senior lawyers, you'll advise a diverse client base ranging from SMEs and fast-growth businesses to larger commercial organisations. The Role Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts Advise on technology, AI and data protection matters Support on corporate transactions, including M&A work Work directly with clients and build long-term relationships Contribute to business development and networking activities Mentor and support a paralegal within the team About You Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 3 + years' PQE Strong commercial contracts experience Knowledge of technology, AI, data privacy and UK GDPR Commercially minded with excellent communication skills Comfortable managing client relationships and working in a collaborative team environment Experience gained in a City, national, boutique or in-house environment would be beneficial The Opportunity High-quality and varied commercial work Direct client access from day one Supportive and close-knit team culture Excellent scope for progression and professional development Central London office location If you're a commercially focused solicitor seeking greater responsibility, quality work and a genuine opportunity to grow your career, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Senior Manager/VP, Business & Legal Affairs Department: Business & Legal Affairs Employment Type: Permanent Location: London, Islington Reporting To: Donall Crehan Role Description Fulwell Entertainment is seeking a Senior Manager or VP, Business & Legal Affairs (depending on experience) to join its London-based team, reporting to the General Counsel. This role sits within a transatlantic Legal & Business Affairs function spanning London, New York, and Los Angeles. The position works across Fulwell's full range of activities, including its Studio division (scripted and unscripted content for global buyers), owned and operated YouTube channels, brand partnerships, and collaborations with high-profile talent, while also partnering closely with internal teams such as Production, Strategy & Operations, Talent Relations, Post-Production, IT, Finance, and People Operations. The Senior Manager/VP will lead the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial and rights agreements, including commissioning, licensing, distribution, talent, co-production, and rights acquisition deals, working closely with the US based BLA team. In addition, the role oversees Fulwell's global corporate legal function, including entity management, intragroup transactions, M&A activity, dispute resolution, IP protection, and real estate matters. As part of an AI-forward legal team, the Senior Manager/VP will also drive adoption of AI tools (including Harvey), developing workflows, improving efficiency, and ensuring the business remains at the forefront of legal innovation in the media and entertainment sector. Key Responsibilities With a primary focus on the UK market (and with the support of the US BLA team on US transactions), structuring, drafting and negotiating a broad range of deals efficiently and collaboratively to a high standard across the full breadth of Fulwell's business, including: commissioning agreements with broadcasters and streamers, distribution agreements with third party financiers, other financier agreements, production agreements and deals with third party rights holders, talent and contributor agreements (including on- and off-screen talent across scripted and unscripted productions), access agreements, development agreements, co-production deals, first-look deals, location agreements, writer agreements, director agreements, producer agreements, option and book licence agreements, format and other underlying rights agreements, brand partnership and sponsorship agreements, and digital platform/YouTube channel agreements. Ownership of all business and legal affairs aspects of production across both traditional studio commissions, owned and operated channels and brand programming, including keeping abreast of and advising on relevant guild and union agreements, and platform-specific terms of service and policies (including YouTube/Google partner policies). Responsibility for ensuring relevant legislative and policy information is passed to appropriate internal contacts and translated into practical changes of process and contracts, anticipating any legal and rights concerns and offering solutions to resolve these challenges. Advising on and supporting the Company's brand sales and brand partnership function, including structuring and negotiating sponsorship, branded content, and commercial partnership agreements. Supporting Fulwell's strategic partnerships function, including advising on joint venture, co-investment, and other strategic collaboration arrangements. Supporting and advising on talent relations matters, including structuring talent deals, managing ongoing talent relationships from a legal perspective, and advising on talent-related IP and rights issues. Providing "legalling" services (supported by outside clearance specialist in the UK and US) in relation to programming, advising in particular on fair dealing/fair use, Ofcom Broadcasting Code, defamation, contempt of court and other possible third party claims/compliance issues. Providing general commercial and legal advice in a cogent and well-structured manner, particularly in relation to copyright, trademarks, clearance issues associated with production and distribution, and rights exploitation across all platforms including digital and social media. Managing a central bank of template agreements (including production, talent, brand partnership and distribution templates), keeping them up to date as necessary, and maintaining a central contract database, including uploading signed contracts. Instructing outside counsel as necessary. Maintaining Fulwell's global corporate legal function, including responsibility for the legal entity structure, managing intragroup transactions, advising on and drafting transaction documents for periodic M&A and investment activity, and advising on and managing global dispute resolution, IP protection and enforcement, real estate legal issues, and rights analysis and management. Championing AI adoption across the legal team and wider business, including leading team discussions on AI use cases, managing the creation of tools, workflows and prompt libraries within Harvey, and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency through technology. Providing ad hoc business and legal affairs support and advice. Representing Fulwell in a professional manner to external parties. Building strong and effective working relationships with creative and commercial partners, both internal and external. Keeping abreast of industry trends, rights issues, new forms of exploitation, relevant legislation, and developments in AI and technology (including generative AI tools), and communicating information as relevant amongst colleagues. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise A qualified solicitor, with at least 5-7 years PQE (ideally in a scripted or unscripted television or entertainment business, or another business where creation and exploitation of IP, development of talent relationships, and management of brand and digital partnerships are key drivers of revenue). An excellent grounding in contract, copyright, and intellectual property law; experience of negotiating commercial deals with broadcasters, streamers, distributors, brand partners, and digital platforms in respect of scripted and unscripted content in the UK and US would be an advantage, but is not a requirement. Familiarity with corporate and M&A transactions is desirable. Curious, enthusiastic and passionate about the TV, film, digital media and wider entertainment industry, including the creation and exploitation of intellectual property across all platforms. Interested in new business models for content creation, IP exploitation, audience development, talent relationships, and brand and strategic partnerships. A strong critical thinker with creative problem-solving skills, with an ability to make well-informed decisions with imperfect information. Adaptable and open to embracing new tools, strategies and practices to stay ahead in a constantly changing landscape. A collaborative team member who builds effective working relationships, working closely with all levels of the organisation, and across multiple disciplines and business divisions, to ensure legal and commercial considerations are integrated into all aspects of the business. Adopting a growth mindset, with a curiosity and a willingness to be thrown into new worlds, industries, and ideas. An excellent communicator, with both written and oral presentation skills, with the ability to engage, build credibility, and engender trust across all levels of an organisation (both internal and external). Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and be able to communicate sometimes complex legal information effectively to non-legal audiences. Highly organised, with keen attention to detail and excellent drafting and strong negotiation skills. Demonstrable interest in and aptitude for AI tools and legal technology, including experience with or willingness to develop proficiency in AI-assisted legal tools such as Harvey. Comfortable leading AI adoption initiatives and training colleagues in new technologies. Job Benefits We offer an extensive benefits package that prioritises your wellbeing and professional development. Highlights include 25 days holiday, Bupa health coverage, flexible work arrangements, training opportunities, and more. Additionally, benefit from a wellbeing programme, a generous pension plan, and exclusive office discounts.
Aug 20, 2026
Full time
Senior Manager/VP, Business & Legal Affairs Department: Business & Legal Affairs Employment Type: Permanent Location: London, Islington Reporting To: Donall Crehan Role Description Fulwell Entertainment is seeking a Senior Manager or VP, Business & Legal Affairs (depending on experience) to join its London-based team, reporting to the General Counsel. This role sits within a transatlantic Legal & Business Affairs function spanning London, New York, and Los Angeles. The position works across Fulwell's full range of activities, including its Studio division (scripted and unscripted content for global buyers), owned and operated YouTube channels, brand partnerships, and collaborations with high-profile talent, while also partnering closely with internal teams such as Production, Strategy & Operations, Talent Relations, Post-Production, IT, Finance, and People Operations. The Senior Manager/VP will lead the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of a wide range of commercial and rights agreements, including commissioning, licensing, distribution, talent, co-production, and rights acquisition deals, working closely with the US based BLA team. In addition, the role oversees Fulwell's global corporate legal function, including entity management, intragroup transactions, M&A activity, dispute resolution, IP protection, and real estate matters. As part of an AI-forward legal team, the Senior Manager/VP will also drive adoption of AI tools (including Harvey), developing workflows, improving efficiency, and ensuring the business remains at the forefront of legal innovation in the media and entertainment sector. Key Responsibilities With a primary focus on the UK market (and with the support of the US BLA team on US transactions), structuring, drafting and negotiating a broad range of deals efficiently and collaboratively to a high standard across the full breadth of Fulwell's business, including: commissioning agreements with broadcasters and streamers, distribution agreements with third party financiers, other financier agreements, production agreements and deals with third party rights holders, talent and contributor agreements (including on- and off-screen talent across scripted and unscripted productions), access agreements, development agreements, co-production deals, first-look deals, location agreements, writer agreements, director agreements, producer agreements, option and book licence agreements, format and other underlying rights agreements, brand partnership and sponsorship agreements, and digital platform/YouTube channel agreements. Ownership of all business and legal affairs aspects of production across both traditional studio commissions, owned and operated channels and brand programming, including keeping abreast of and advising on relevant guild and union agreements, and platform-specific terms of service and policies (including YouTube/Google partner policies). Responsibility for ensuring relevant legislative and policy information is passed to appropriate internal contacts and translated into practical changes of process and contracts, anticipating any legal and rights concerns and offering solutions to resolve these challenges. Advising on and supporting the Company's brand sales and brand partnership function, including structuring and negotiating sponsorship, branded content, and commercial partnership agreements. Supporting Fulwell's strategic partnerships function, including advising on joint venture, co-investment, and other strategic collaboration arrangements. Supporting and advising on talent relations matters, including structuring talent deals, managing ongoing talent relationships from a legal perspective, and advising on talent-related IP and rights issues. Providing "legalling" services (supported by outside clearance specialist in the UK and US) in relation to programming, advising in particular on fair dealing/fair use, Ofcom Broadcasting Code, defamation, contempt of court and other possible third party claims/compliance issues. Providing general commercial and legal advice in a cogent and well-structured manner, particularly in relation to copyright, trademarks, clearance issues associated with production and distribution, and rights exploitation across all platforms including digital and social media. Managing a central bank of template agreements (including production, talent, brand partnership and distribution templates), keeping them up to date as necessary, and maintaining a central contract database, including uploading signed contracts. Instructing outside counsel as necessary. Maintaining Fulwell's global corporate legal function, including responsibility for the legal entity structure, managing intragroup transactions, advising on and drafting transaction documents for periodic M&A and investment activity, and advising on and managing global dispute resolution, IP protection and enforcement, real estate legal issues, and rights analysis and management. Championing AI adoption across the legal team and wider business, including leading team discussions on AI use cases, managing the creation of tools, workflows and prompt libraries within Harvey, and identifying opportunities to increase efficiency through technology. Providing ad hoc business and legal affairs support and advice. Representing Fulwell in a professional manner to external parties. Building strong and effective working relationships with creative and commercial partners, both internal and external. Keeping abreast of industry trends, rights issues, new forms of exploitation, relevant legislation, and developments in AI and technology (including generative AI tools), and communicating information as relevant amongst colleagues. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise A qualified solicitor, with at least 5-7 years PQE (ideally in a scripted or unscripted television or entertainment business, or another business where creation and exploitation of IP, development of talent relationships, and management of brand and digital partnerships are key drivers of revenue). An excellent grounding in contract, copyright, and intellectual property law; experience of negotiating commercial deals with broadcasters, streamers, distributors, brand partners, and digital platforms in respect of scripted and unscripted content in the UK and US would be an advantage, but is not a requirement. Familiarity with corporate and M&A transactions is desirable. Curious, enthusiastic and passionate about the TV, film, digital media and wider entertainment industry, including the creation and exploitation of intellectual property across all platforms. Interested in new business models for content creation, IP exploitation, audience development, talent relationships, and brand and strategic partnerships. A strong critical thinker with creative problem-solving skills, with an ability to make well-informed decisions with imperfect information. Adaptable and open to embracing new tools, strategies and practices to stay ahead in a constantly changing landscape. A collaborative team member who builds effective working relationships, working closely with all levels of the organisation, and across multiple disciplines and business divisions, to ensure legal and commercial considerations are integrated into all aspects of the business. Adopting a growth mindset, with a curiosity and a willingness to be thrown into new worlds, industries, and ideas. An excellent communicator, with both written and oral presentation skills, with the ability to engage, build credibility, and engender trust across all levels of an organisation (both internal and external). Must be detail-oriented, efficient, and be able to communicate sometimes complex legal information effectively to non-legal audiences. Highly organised, with keen attention to detail and excellent drafting and strong negotiation skills. Demonstrable interest in and aptitude for AI tools and legal technology, including experience with or willingness to develop proficiency in AI-assisted legal tools such as Harvey. Comfortable leading AI adoption initiatives and training colleagues in new technologies. Job Benefits We offer an extensive benefits package that prioritises your wellbeing and professional development. Highlights include 25 days holiday, Bupa health coverage, flexible work arrangements, training opportunities, and more. Additionally, benefit from a wellbeing programme, a generous pension plan, and exclusive office discounts.
Job Summary Insulet is seeking an experienced and business-oriented employment lawyer to serve as Senior Director, International Employment Law Counsel. This senior individual contributor role will provide strategic employment law leadership across EMEA and other international regions as assigned. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership and senior business partners, leading complex and sensitive employment matters while helping shape the company's international employment law strategy, governance framework, and workforce risk management approach. This role requires a seasoned professional with the judgment, senior presence, and influence to drive decisions, build alignment across stakeholders, and operate independently in a dynamic global environment. This is an opportunity for a highly experienced employment lawyer who brings a practical, "been there, done that" perspective, is comfortable advising senior leaders on difficult issues, and can independently lead sophisticated international employment matters with minimal day-to-day oversight. Responsibilities: Serve as the lead employment law advisor for EMEA and other international regions as assigned, providing strategic legal counsel on complex and high-risk employment matters. Lead the development and execution of the company's international employment law strategy and governance framework, establishing scalable, risk-based approaches to workforce management, employee relations, investigations, workforce restructurings, policy development, and legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Partner directly with senior HR leaders, executives, and business stakeholders to shape workforce strategy and employment practices across international markets, balancing business objectives with legal, regulatory, and employee-relations considerations. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice across the full range of employment issues facing a multinational organization, including hiring/recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits and compensation, workforce restructurings, executive employment matters, restrictive covenants, investigations, terminations, and employment litigation. Independently lead complex and sensitive employment matters, exercising sound judgment and making recommendations that balance legal, operational, employee-relations, and reputational considerations. Influence decision-making at senior levels of the organization by translating legal requirements and risk assessments into actionable business guidance and facilitating effective outcomes. Advise on and coordinate cross-border employment matters, ensuring consistency of approach while accounting for local legal requirements, business needs, and cultural considerations. Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments across relevant jurisdictions and proactively advise leadership on emerging risks, trends, and compliance obligations, translating legal developments into strategic actions and governance priorities. Develop, review, and implement employment-related policies, practices, governance frameworks, libraries and guidelines, and employee documentation to support business objectives and legal compliance. Manage internal investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, whistleblower reports, executive employee relations issues, and other sensitive workplace matters. Support strategic business initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, business integrations, organizational transformations, international expansions, and other enterprise-wide projects with employment law implications, serving as a key advisor on workforce-related risk and governance considerations. Select, manage, and oversee external counsel globally, ensuring high-quality legal advice, efficient matter management, and cost-effective outcomes. Deliver training and guidance to HR professionals, business leaders, and management teams on employment law developments, workplace investigations, employee relations, and legal compliance. Serve as a senior resource within the Legal Department by sharing expertise, mentoring colleagues, and helping elevate employment law capabilities across the global organization. Performs other duties as required. Education and Experience: Minimum Requirements: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, currently in good standing with a state bar association. 15+ years of broad-based legal experience in relevant areas, including HR/employment. Experience with a medical device or life sciences company is preferred. Experience in either a major law firm or in-house in a corporate legal department. Preferred Skills and Competencies: Ability to operate in a fast-paced, corporate/in-house work environment and juggle competing priorities while remaining a valued and respected member of business teams. Qualified solicitor with a current practicing certificate in the United Kingdom. Significant post-qualification experience specializing in employment law, including substantial experience advising multinational organizations on complex cross-border employment matters. Typically, candidates will possess approximately 15+ years of relevant experience, although equivalent experience and expertise will also be considered. Demonstrated success serving as a senior employment law advisor within a global business environment, with the ability to independently handle high-profile, high-risk, and business-critical matters. Deep expertise in UK employment law and significant experience supporting multiple European jurisdictions. Proven ability to influence senior executives and business leaders through practical, commercially focused legal advice. Significant experience leading sensitive investigations, executive employee relations matters, workforce restructurings, and employment disputes. Experience developing and implementing employment law governance frameworks, policies, and compliance programs across multiple international jurisdictions. Strong track record of managing external counsel and coordinating multi-jurisdictional legal strategies. Ability to exercise exceptional judgment and make difficult decisions in situations involving legal, operational, reputational, and employee-relations risk. Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to operate independently, prioritize competing demands, and lead complex matters with minimal supervision. Experience working in both private practice and in-house legal environments preferred. Trusted advisor capable of earning credibility quickly with senior leaders, HR executives, and key business stakeholders. Senior presence and confidence to challenge assumptions, influence decisions, and drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups. Highly pragmatic and solutions-oriented, with a strong ability to balance legal risk against business objectives. Comfortable operating in ambiguous situations and leading through complexity without requiring significant oversight. Demonstrated ability to establish governance, drive consistency, and build scalable employment law approaches across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborative, resilient, and adept at building relationships across cultures, functions, and geographies. Physical Requirements (if applicable): Hybrid working model; presence in the London office is required 2-3 times per week depending on the Legal team's and/or the company's needs. General office environment; may sit for long periods of time. Domestic and/or international travel may be required up to 10% of the time. Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet's flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit and We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it! Please read our Privacy Notice to learn how Insulet handles your personal information when you apply for a vacancy with us here. Insulet Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. (Know Your Rights) Insulet employees are all focused on the same goal - to make a difference. Our relentless passion is to simplify life for people with diabetes. We excite and empower employees to bring their best selves to work through a culture that supports a healthy work and life balance. We set the bar high to meet customer needs, and our priority is to ensure our employees are equipped and supported to help us get there. We foster and celebrate curiosity, innovation, and learning . click apply for full job details
Aug 19, 2026
Full time
Job Summary Insulet is seeking an experienced and business-oriented employment lawyer to serve as Senior Director, International Employment Law Counsel. This senior individual contributor role will provide strategic employment law leadership across EMEA and other international regions as assigned. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to HR leadership and senior business partners, leading complex and sensitive employment matters while helping shape the company's international employment law strategy, governance framework, and workforce risk management approach. This role requires a seasoned professional with the judgment, senior presence, and influence to drive decisions, build alignment across stakeholders, and operate independently in a dynamic global environment. This is an opportunity for a highly experienced employment lawyer who brings a practical, "been there, done that" perspective, is comfortable advising senior leaders on difficult issues, and can independently lead sophisticated international employment matters with minimal day-to-day oversight. Responsibilities: Serve as the lead employment law advisor for EMEA and other international regions as assigned, providing strategic legal counsel on complex and high-risk employment matters. Lead the development and execution of the company's international employment law strategy and governance framework, establishing scalable, risk-based approaches to workforce management, employee relations, investigations, workforce restructurings, policy development, and legal compliance across multiple jurisdictions. Partner directly with senior HR leaders, executives, and business stakeholders to shape workforce strategy and employment practices across international markets, balancing business objectives with legal, regulatory, and employee-relations considerations. Provide practical, business-focused legal advice across the full range of employment issues facing a multinational organization, including hiring/recruiting, employee relations, performance management, benefits and compensation, workforce restructurings, executive employment matters, restrictive covenants, investigations, terminations, and employment litigation. Independently lead complex and sensitive employment matters, exercising sound judgment and making recommendations that balance legal, operational, employee-relations, and reputational considerations. Influence decision-making at senior levels of the organization by translating legal requirements and risk assessments into actionable business guidance and facilitating effective outcomes. Advise on and coordinate cross-border employment matters, ensuring consistency of approach while accounting for local legal requirements, business needs, and cultural considerations. Monitor and interpret legal and regulatory developments across relevant jurisdictions and proactively advise leadership on emerging risks, trends, and compliance obligations, translating legal developments into strategic actions and governance priorities. Develop, review, and implement employment-related policies, practices, governance frameworks, libraries and guidelines, and employee documentation to support business objectives and legal compliance. Manage internal investigations, disciplinary matters, grievances, whistleblower reports, executive employee relations issues, and other sensitive workplace matters. Support strategic business initiatives, including mergers and acquisitions, business integrations, organizational transformations, international expansions, and other enterprise-wide projects with employment law implications, serving as a key advisor on workforce-related risk and governance considerations. Select, manage, and oversee external counsel globally, ensuring high-quality legal advice, efficient matter management, and cost-effective outcomes. Deliver training and guidance to HR professionals, business leaders, and management teams on employment law developments, workplace investigations, employee relations, and legal compliance. Serve as a senior resource within the Legal Department by sharing expertise, mentoring colleagues, and helping elevate employment law capabilities across the global organization. Performs other duties as required. Education and Experience: Minimum Requirements: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, currently in good standing with a state bar association. 15+ years of broad-based legal experience in relevant areas, including HR/employment. Experience with a medical device or life sciences company is preferred. Experience in either a major law firm or in-house in a corporate legal department. Preferred Skills and Competencies: Ability to operate in a fast-paced, corporate/in-house work environment and juggle competing priorities while remaining a valued and respected member of business teams. Qualified solicitor with a current practicing certificate in the United Kingdom. Significant post-qualification experience specializing in employment law, including substantial experience advising multinational organizations on complex cross-border employment matters. Typically, candidates will possess approximately 15+ years of relevant experience, although equivalent experience and expertise will also be considered. Demonstrated success serving as a senior employment law advisor within a global business environment, with the ability to independently handle high-profile, high-risk, and business-critical matters. Deep expertise in UK employment law and significant experience supporting multiple European jurisdictions. Proven ability to influence senior executives and business leaders through practical, commercially focused legal advice. Significant experience leading sensitive investigations, executive employee relations matters, workforce restructurings, and employment disputes. Experience developing and implementing employment law governance frameworks, policies, and compliance programs across multiple international jurisdictions. Strong track record of managing external counsel and coordinating multi-jurisdictional legal strategies. Ability to exercise exceptional judgment and make difficult decisions in situations involving legal, operational, reputational, and employee-relations risk. Excellent communication, negotiation, relationship-building, and stakeholder management skills. Demonstrated ability to operate independently, prioritize competing demands, and lead complex matters with minimal supervision. Experience working in both private practice and in-house legal environments preferred. Trusted advisor capable of earning credibility quickly with senior leaders, HR executives, and key business stakeholders. Senior presence and confidence to challenge assumptions, influence decisions, and drive alignment across complex stakeholder groups. Highly pragmatic and solutions-oriented, with a strong ability to balance legal risk against business objectives. Comfortable operating in ambiguous situations and leading through complexity without requiring significant oversight. Demonstrated ability to establish governance, drive consistency, and build scalable employment law approaches across multiple jurisdictions. Collaborative, resilient, and adept at building relationships across cultures, functions, and geographies. Physical Requirements (if applicable): Hybrid working model; presence in the London office is required 2-3 times per week depending on the Legal team's and/or the company's needs. General office environment; may sit for long periods of time. Domestic and/or international travel may be required up to 10% of the time. Insulet Corporation (NASDAQ: PODD), headquartered in Massachusetts, is an innovative medical device company dedicated to simplifying life for people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod product platform. The Omnipod Insulin Management System provides a unique alternative to traditional insulin delivery methods. With its simple, wearable design, the tubeless disposable Pod provides up to three days of non-stop insulin delivery, without the need to see or handle a needle. Insulet's flagship innovation, the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System, integrates with a continuous glucose monitor to manage blood sugar with no multiple daily injections, zero fingersticks, and can be controlled by a compatible personal smartphone in the U.S. or by the Omnipod 5 Controller. Insulet also leverages the unique design of its Pod by tailoring its Omnipod technology platform for the delivery of non-insulin subcutaneous drugs across other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit and We are looking for highly motivated, performance-driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it! Please read our Privacy Notice to learn how Insulet handles your personal information when you apply for a vacancy with us here. Insulet Corporation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. (Know Your Rights) Insulet employees are all focused on the same goal - to make a difference. Our relentless passion is to simplify life for people with diabetes. We excite and empower employees to bring their best selves to work through a culture that supports a healthy work and life balance. We set the bar high to meet customer needs, and our priority is to ensure our employees are equipped and supported to help us get there. We foster and celebrate curiosity, innovation, and learning . click apply for full job details
Vacancies Senior Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel) The role We are seeking an experienced legal professional to serve as IIGCC's Sole Counsel, providing trusted legal, governance and compliance advice across the organisation. The role combines responsibility for managing the organisation's legal affairs with supporting effective governance and ensuring that IIGCC's publications, guidance and communications are legally robust, clear and appropriate for their intended audiences. As the organisation's primary legal advisor, the postholder will work closely with the Executive Team, Board, colleagues across all functions and external legal advisers. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an influential organisation operating at the intersection of investment, policy, climate and nature. The successful candidate will be a qualified lawyer who is adaptable, an excellent communicator, and able to explain complex legal issues in clear and digestible terms for a range of audiences. This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys both substantive legal work and the careful review of written outputs, and who can move comfortably between the two. The postholder will report to the Chief Executive Officer, supported by the outgoing General Counsel, who continues in a strategic advisory capacity to provide institutional knowledge and senior legal insight. Main responsibilities The work will comprise the following key activities: Support board governance, including the preparation of legal sections of board papers, reviewing governance documents, and advising on legal matters as required. Maintain oversight of legal entity compliance requirements and regulatory filings. Conduct legal and regulatory horizon scanning, identifying emerging legal, regulatory and reputational risks relevant to the organisation and its members, and advising on their potential impact and the steps needed to manage them. Advise on and support data protection and data governance matters, including compliance with UK GDPR and related legislation. Support the implementation and monitoring of compliance and governance policies, including data, confidentiality and competition law. Serve as a senior reviewer and editor of organisational and investor-facing documents, undertaking technical and editorial review to ensure outputs are clear, coherent, compliant, and appropriate for sophisticated investor audiences. Provide legal and compliance review of major IIGCC publications, frameworks, guidance documents and external communications to identify legal, regulatory and reputational risks while preserving the technical integrity of the content. Review, draft and negotiate contracts, NDAs, MoUs and other legal documents. Conduct legal research and provide concise, actionable advice to internal stakeholders. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and support the updating of internal policies as needed. Support the induction and training of staff on legal and compliance matters. Manage relationships with external counsel. Skills and experience Essential: Admission as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales (or equivalent EU jurisdiction or US State Bar admittance with eligibility for recognition under SRA / Bar Standards Board rules). For guidance purposes only, likely 5 to 7+ years' post-qualification experience in corporate, commercial or compliance law including time spent in-house. Demonstrated ability to operate independently as a trusted legal advisor within a small or medium-sized organisation, balancing legal risk with commercial and organisational objectives. Sound judgement and the ability to provide practical, risk-based advice in situations where there may be no clear precedent. Strong contract review, drafting and negotiation skills. Demonstrated experience in the technical and editorial review of documents, with the ability to identify and address legally sensitive issues and compliance risks in written materials, and to uphold high standards of clarity, consistency and coherence. Knowledge and practical experience of data protection and data governance, including UK GDPR. Strong interest in issues affecting climate and nature together with a genuine interest in the role of investors in supporting the transition to a net zero and climate-resilient economy. Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in clear and digestible terms. Adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with legal research databases (e.g. LexisNexis) and the Microsoft Office suite. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation. A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Strong ethical standards and professional integrity. High level of initiative, independence and judgement, with the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team culture. Fluency in written and spoken English. Desirable: Experience of, or familiarity with, institutional investment, financial services, or investor-facing communications, and an understanding of how investor audiences consume information. Experience advising NGOs, foundations, or multi-stakeholder initiatives, with a strong knowledge of competition law and the legal risks and mitigations for effective collaboration. Experience in climate, sustainability, or financial services regulation. Experience in the charity / not-for-profit sector. Board or committee support experience. Knowledge of international compliance standards. Additional European languages. The full Senior Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel) job description can be found here . Why work at IIGCC? People join IIGCC because they care deeply about making a difference by bringing the investment community together to navigate the risks and opportunities of the transition and support progress towards a net zero and climate resilient future . In return, IIGCC offers its employees a competitive salary with a wide range of benefits and supportive ways of working. You can find the full list of our benefits here .
Aug 18, 2026
Full time
Vacancies Senior Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel) The role We are seeking an experienced legal professional to serve as IIGCC's Sole Counsel, providing trusted legal, governance and compliance advice across the organisation. The role combines responsibility for managing the organisation's legal affairs with supporting effective governance and ensuring that IIGCC's publications, guidance and communications are legally robust, clear and appropriate for their intended audiences. As the organisation's primary legal advisor, the postholder will work closely with the Executive Team, Board, colleagues across all functions and external legal advisers. The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an influential organisation operating at the intersection of investment, policy, climate and nature. The successful candidate will be a qualified lawyer who is adaptable, an excellent communicator, and able to explain complex legal issues in clear and digestible terms for a range of audiences. This is a varied role suited to someone who enjoys both substantive legal work and the careful review of written outputs, and who can move comfortably between the two. The postholder will report to the Chief Executive Officer, supported by the outgoing General Counsel, who continues in a strategic advisory capacity to provide institutional knowledge and senior legal insight. Main responsibilities The work will comprise the following key activities: Support board governance, including the preparation of legal sections of board papers, reviewing governance documents, and advising on legal matters as required. Maintain oversight of legal entity compliance requirements and regulatory filings. Conduct legal and regulatory horizon scanning, identifying emerging legal, regulatory and reputational risks relevant to the organisation and its members, and advising on their potential impact and the steps needed to manage them. Advise on and support data protection and data governance matters, including compliance with UK GDPR and related legislation. Support the implementation and monitoring of compliance and governance policies, including data, confidentiality and competition law. Serve as a senior reviewer and editor of organisational and investor-facing documents, undertaking technical and editorial review to ensure outputs are clear, coherent, compliant, and appropriate for sophisticated investor audiences. Provide legal and compliance review of major IIGCC publications, frameworks, guidance documents and external communications to identify legal, regulatory and reputational risks while preserving the technical integrity of the content. Review, draft and negotiate contracts, NDAs, MoUs and other legal documents. Conduct legal research and provide concise, actionable advice to internal stakeholders. Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and support the updating of internal policies as needed. Support the induction and training of staff on legal and compliance matters. Manage relationships with external counsel. Skills and experience Essential: Admission as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales (or equivalent EU jurisdiction or US State Bar admittance with eligibility for recognition under SRA / Bar Standards Board rules). For guidance purposes only, likely 5 to 7+ years' post-qualification experience in corporate, commercial or compliance law including time spent in-house. Demonstrated ability to operate independently as a trusted legal advisor within a small or medium-sized organisation, balancing legal risk with commercial and organisational objectives. Sound judgement and the ability to provide practical, risk-based advice in situations where there may be no clear precedent. Strong contract review, drafting and negotiation skills. Demonstrated experience in the technical and editorial review of documents, with the ability to identify and address legally sensitive issues and compliance risks in written materials, and to uphold high standards of clarity, consistency and coherence. Knowledge and practical experience of data protection and data governance, including UK GDPR. Strong interest in issues affecting climate and nature together with a genuine interest in the role of investors in supporting the transition to a net zero and climate-resilient economy. Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues in clear and digestible terms. Adaptability and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proficiency with legal research databases (e.g. LexisNexis) and the Microsoft Office suite. Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organisation. A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Strong ethical standards and professional integrity. High level of initiative, independence and judgement, with the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team culture. Fluency in written and spoken English. Desirable: Experience of, or familiarity with, institutional investment, financial services, or investor-facing communications, and an understanding of how investor audiences consume information. Experience advising NGOs, foundations, or multi-stakeholder initiatives, with a strong knowledge of competition law and the legal risks and mitigations for effective collaboration. Experience in climate, sustainability, or financial services regulation. Experience in the charity / not-for-profit sector. Board or committee support experience. Knowledge of international compliance standards. Additional European languages. The full Senior Legal Counsel (Sole Counsel) job description can be found here . Why work at IIGCC? People join IIGCC because they care deeply about making a difference by bringing the investment community together to navigate the risks and opportunities of the transition and support progress towards a net zero and climate resilient future . In return, IIGCC offers its employees a competitive salary with a wide range of benefits and supportive ways of working. You can find the full list of our benefits here .
This role sits within a busy in-house legal team, providing advice on a broad range of banking and finance transactions while helping to manage legal and regulatory risk. You'll work closely with key stakeholders across the business, supporting deal execution, documentation and wider commercial legal matters. Client Details Our client is a well-established international financial institution with a strong presence in the UK market. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join their London-based legal team, supporting a broad range of banking and finance activities across the business. Description This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to join a collaborative in-house legal team, advising on a varied portfolio of lending and financing transactions while supporting wider business and regulatory initiatives. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on a range of banking and finance transactions, identifying legal and regulatory risks and delivering practical solutions. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating finance documentation, including facility agreements, term sheets and related transactional documents. Supporting transaction execution from inception through to completion. Working closely with front office and business stakeholders across Corporate Banking and Financial Institutions teams. Providing legal input on new products and business initiatives. Advising on commercial contracts and general legal matters across the organisation. Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and helping to deliver training and guidance to stakeholders. Contributing to legal risk management, governance and policy-related projects. Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with strong banking and finance experience gained within private practice or an in-house financial services environment. You will ideally have: Experience advising on general lending and banking transactions. Strong understanding of the UK banking and regulatory landscape. Familiarity with LMA-based documentation and financing structures. Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach. Job Offer Opportunity to join a reputable and growing international financial institution. Office based Broad exposure to a wide variety of banking and finance matters. High level of stakeholder interaction and commercial responsibility. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working arrangement. Strong long-term career development opportunities. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
Aug 17, 2026
Full time
This role sits within a busy in-house legal team, providing advice on a broad range of banking and finance transactions while helping to manage legal and regulatory risk. You'll work closely with key stakeholders across the business, supporting deal execution, documentation and wider commercial legal matters. Client Details Our client is a well-established international financial institution with a strong presence in the UK market. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join their London-based legal team, supporting a broad range of banking and finance activities across the business. Description This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to join a collaborative in-house legal team, advising on a varied portfolio of lending and financing transactions while supporting wider business and regulatory initiatives. Key responsibilities will include: Advising on a range of banking and finance transactions, identifying legal and regulatory risks and delivering practical solutions. Drafting, reviewing and negotiating finance documentation, including facility agreements, term sheets and related transactional documents. Supporting transaction execution from inception through to completion. Working closely with front office and business stakeholders across Corporate Banking and Financial Institutions teams. Providing legal input on new products and business initiatives. Advising on commercial contracts and general legal matters across the organisation. Monitoring legal and regulatory developments and helping to deliver training and guidance to stakeholders. Contributing to legal risk management, governance and policy-related projects. Profile The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with strong banking and finance experience gained within private practice or an in-house financial services environment. You will ideally have: Experience advising on general lending and banking transactions. Strong understanding of the UK banking and regulatory landscape. Familiarity with LMA-based documentation and financing structures. Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. A proactive, commercial and solutions-focused approach. Job Offer Opportunity to join a reputable and growing international financial institution. Office based Broad exposure to a wide variety of banking and finance matters. High level of stakeholder interaction and commercial responsibility. Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working arrangement. Strong long-term career development opportunities. If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.
About Birketts Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join This role sits in the Corporate Team within the Corporate Services Division. The Corporate Team is a nationally recognised and highly regarded team which includes over 60 fee earners, and 19 partners, many of whom are recommended in the latest Legal 500 rankings, often in the Hall of Fame category. The Team is enjoying substantial growth, resulting in the need for extra resource to take forward ambitious plans for the future. The Team's size and expertise mean we advise entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital funds, financial institutions, owner-managed and privately owned businesses, as well as international investors and public companies, all at different stages of the business life-cycle from start-ups through to mergers and acquisitions, buy-outs and buy-ins, development capital fundraisings, EOT transactions, institutional sales/purchases, and management buyouts, to refinancing and exits. We are also highly experienced in international corporate transactions and work with a range of overseas law firms on cross-border transactions. The Corporate Team includes specialist private equity, venture capital, reorganisations, capital markets and incentives/EOT sub teams, and also benefits from working closely with other service lines in the Corporate Services Division, such as the Banking & Finance, Corporate Tax, Company Secretarial and Commercial and Technology teams. The Team enjoys the resources of two dedicated professional support lawyers, as well as know-how resources such as FromCounsel and Practical Law, and document automation products such as Clarilis. The Team has a Corporate Innovation Group, evaluating and developing innovation ideas and the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to improve efficiencies and the client experience. We play a leading role in several firm wide sector specialisms, including our Energy and Infrastructure Team, Food and Beverages Team, Independent Healthcare Team, Private Equity Team, Hospitality & Leisure Team, Transport & Logistics Team, and Automotive Team, amongst others. The work you will be doing We are looking to recruit a Partner into the Corporate team who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts' in the continued growth and development of our firmwide corporate practice and to become an essential core member of the Corporate Team. The ideal candidate will hold a pivotal role in advising clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. This senior level position demands deep legal expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to manage high-value and complex deals and mentor and supervise junior team members. A key aspect of the role is the development and management of new and existing client and referrer relationships and taking an active role supporting the partners in the team in the management and supervision of the Ipswich office Corporate Team. Prior knowledge or experience of the Suffolk/East Anglia market is not a pre requisite, however the successful candidate will be expected to become integrated into the market over time. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative taker to join a successful and friendly Corporate Team, based in our Ipswich office, in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation. What we are looking for A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years PQE in corporate/M&A law. Recognised technical expert who provides clear, tailored advice on complex legal and commercial issues. Drives efficient time recording, profitable pricing, strong cash flow, and team gross profit delivery. Leads business development and high profile pitches, builds a strong market presence, wins new clients, and drives cross selling opportunities. Delivers exceptional project and client management, consistently meeting expectations through strong communication and deep client understanding. Builds trust through strong relationships, continual professional development, clear communication of vision, and championing positive change. Demonstrates strong risk management, supports junior staff, upholds Lexcel standards, and maintains high compliance and file review performance. Strong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standard. Professional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client service. To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation. Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
Aug 16, 2026
Full time
About Birketts Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 5th best law firm to work at in 2024. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the communities we serve, and we are committed to delivering the objectives set out in our ESG strategy. Diversity plays an integral part in all that we do, with female partners comprising 40% of our partnership. The team you will join This role sits in the Corporate Team within the Corporate Services Division. The Corporate Team is a nationally recognised and highly regarded team which includes over 60 fee earners, and 19 partners, many of whom are recommended in the latest Legal 500 rankings, often in the Hall of Fame category. The Team is enjoying substantial growth, resulting in the need for extra resource to take forward ambitious plans for the future. The Team's size and expertise mean we advise entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital funds, financial institutions, owner-managed and privately owned businesses, as well as international investors and public companies, all at different stages of the business life-cycle from start-ups through to mergers and acquisitions, buy-outs and buy-ins, development capital fundraisings, EOT transactions, institutional sales/purchases, and management buyouts, to refinancing and exits. We are also highly experienced in international corporate transactions and work with a range of overseas law firms on cross-border transactions. The Corporate Team includes specialist private equity, venture capital, reorganisations, capital markets and incentives/EOT sub teams, and also benefits from working closely with other service lines in the Corporate Services Division, such as the Banking & Finance, Corporate Tax, Company Secretarial and Commercial and Technology teams. The Team enjoys the resources of two dedicated professional support lawyers, as well as know-how resources such as FromCounsel and Practical Law, and document automation products such as Clarilis. The Team has a Corporate Innovation Group, evaluating and developing innovation ideas and the adoption of new technologies, including AI, to improve efficiencies and the client experience. We play a leading role in several firm wide sector specialisms, including our Energy and Infrastructure Team, Food and Beverages Team, Independent Healthcare Team, Private Equity Team, Hospitality & Leisure Team, Transport & Logistics Team, and Automotive Team, amongst others. The work you will be doing We are looking to recruit a Partner into the Corporate team who has the drive and commitment to assist Birketts' in the continued growth and development of our firmwide corporate practice and to become an essential core member of the Corporate Team. The ideal candidate will hold a pivotal role in advising clients on complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. This senior level position demands deep legal expertise, commercial acumen, and leadership skills to manage high-value and complex deals and mentor and supervise junior team members. A key aspect of the role is the development and management of new and existing client and referrer relationships and taking an active role supporting the partners in the team in the management and supervision of the Ipswich office Corporate Team. Prior knowledge or experience of the Suffolk/East Anglia market is not a pre requisite, however the successful candidate will be expected to become integrated into the market over time. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated initiative taker to join a successful and friendly Corporate Team, based in our Ipswich office, in a growing firm which enjoys an excellent reputation. What we are looking for A qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 10+ years PQE in corporate/M&A law. Recognised technical expert who provides clear, tailored advice on complex legal and commercial issues. Drives efficient time recording, profitable pricing, strong cash flow, and team gross profit delivery. Leads business development and high profile pitches, builds a strong market presence, wins new clients, and drives cross selling opportunities. Delivers exceptional project and client management, consistently meeting expectations through strong communication and deep client understanding. Builds trust through strong relationships, continual professional development, clear communication of vision, and championing positive change. Demonstrates strong risk management, supports junior staff, upholds Lexcel standards, and maintains high compliance and file review performance. Strong attention to detail to produce work documentation which is consistently of a high standard. Professional integrity and a commitment to providing excellent client service. To be competent in using Microsoft Word, Excel, time recording software, case management, Outlook and digital dictation. Inclusivity and Culture At Birketts, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Birketts is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.
A respected and UK leading law firm based in London is looking for an commercially minded Employment Solicitor to join their growing employment practice. The role will involve advising employer and employee clients, senior executives and employees on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, whilst also supporting the firm's Corporate and Commercial teams on mergers, acquisitions, investments and other transactional work. The successful candidate will Manage their own caseload, support partners on complex matters, contribute to business development initiatives and deliver commercially focused legal advice in line with the firm's standards and values. This will suit a 2-6 PQE solicitor seeking exposure to high-quality clients, corporate transactions and day-to-day employment advisory work within a collaborative, diverse and entrepreneurial law firm. Working with the firm's partners and external consultant to build an employment team Advising employer clients on day-to-day HR and employment law issues. Requirements 2-6 years PQE, although candidates with experience outside these parameters may be considered. Strong drafting and analytical skills. Experience gained within a recognised employment law team Employment due diligence (desirable) Excellent client care and communication skills Some exposure to corporate support work, M&A transactions, TUPE or employment due diligence is essential, including due diligence reporting What they offer High-quality work across a broad range of sectors. Significant client contact from an early stage. Close working relationship with experienced Partners. Genuine opportunities for career progression. A supportive and collaborative culture. Flexible working environment. Interviews are available immediately. Ask for
Aug 14, 2026
Full time
A respected and UK leading law firm based in London is looking for an commercially minded Employment Solicitor to join their growing employment practice. The role will involve advising employer and employee clients, senior executives and employees on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious employment law matters, whilst also supporting the firm's Corporate and Commercial teams on mergers, acquisitions, investments and other transactional work. The successful candidate will Manage their own caseload, support partners on complex matters, contribute to business development initiatives and deliver commercially focused legal advice in line with the firm's standards and values. This will suit a 2-6 PQE solicitor seeking exposure to high-quality clients, corporate transactions and day-to-day employment advisory work within a collaborative, diverse and entrepreneurial law firm. Working with the firm's partners and external consultant to build an employment team Advising employer clients on day-to-day HR and employment law issues. Requirements 2-6 years PQE, although candidates with experience outside these parameters may be considered. Strong drafting and analytical skills. Experience gained within a recognised employment law team Employment due diligence (desirable) Excellent client care and communication skills Some exposure to corporate support work, M&A transactions, TUPE or employment due diligence is essential, including due diligence reporting What they offer High-quality work across a broad range of sectors. Significant client contact from an early stage. Close working relationship with experienced Partners. Genuine opportunities for career progression. A supportive and collaborative culture. Flexible working environment. Interviews are available immediately. Ask for
Banking Solicitor, 5+ Years' PQE, London, £80,000-£100,000 DOE. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Banking Solicitor to join a growing Banking & Finance team, advising lenders, corporates and sponsors on sophisticated financing transactions. Offering high-quality work, significant client exposure, excellent benefits and genuine career progression, this is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their career within a progressive practice. Job Ref: 4987 • Act for lenders, corporates and sponsors on matters including leveraged finance, real estate finance, project finance, corporate lending and asset-based lending. • Lead transactions from initial instruction through to completion, providing commercially focused legal advice and ensuring clients receive a high-quality service throughout. • Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 5 years' PQE and strong experience in Banking and Finance. • The successful candidate will have excellent technical and drafting skills, together with experience advising on corporate lending, leveraged finance and/or real estate finance transactions. • Enjoy an excellent salary of £80,000-£100,000 DOE, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, income protection, pension, life assurance and 28 days' annual leave plus public holidays. • Additional benefits include an electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work scheme, gym membership contribution, wellbeing benefits, employee discounts and excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. • To apply, contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Banking Solicitor, 5+ Years' PQE, London, £80,000-£100,000 DOE. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Banking Solicitor to join a growing Banking & Finance team, advising lenders, corporates and sponsors on sophisticated financing transactions. Offering high-quality work, significant client exposure, excellent benefits and genuine career progression, this is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their career within a progressive practice. Job Ref: 4987 • Act for lenders, corporates and sponsors on matters including leveraged finance, real estate finance, project finance, corporate lending and asset-based lending. • Lead transactions from initial instruction through to completion, providing commercially focused legal advice and ensuring clients receive a high-quality service throughout. • Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 5 years' PQE and strong experience in Banking and Finance. • The successful candidate will have excellent technical and drafting skills, together with experience advising on corporate lending, leveraged finance and/or real estate finance transactions. • Enjoy an excellent salary of £80,000-£100,000 DOE, bonus scheme, private medical insurance, income protection, pension, life assurance and 28 days' annual leave plus public holidays. • Additional benefits include an electric vehicle scheme, cycle to work scheme, gym membership contribution, wellbeing benefits, employee discounts and excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. • To apply, contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications within 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
We are looking for an Attorney to make a meaningful impact and support our Disney+ Originals Legal and Business Affairs team here at Disney! As an Attorney, the successful postholder will support the team across the development, commissioning, production and exploitation of original content commissioned from and for the UK and which will be exploited globally on the D+ SVOD service and other Disney services. This role sits within a highly collaborative Business & Legal Affairs team and combines both legal and commercial responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented business and legal advice while actively supporting deal-making and relationship management with production partners, talent representatives, licensors and other rights owners and internal stakeholders. Working across scripted and non-scripted content, the role will help ensure that all original productions align with Disney's business and legal requirements, commercial objectives and brand standards, while contributing to the continued development of best practices across the UK and EMEA business. The Attorney will be expected to assist Lead Counsel/Director and VP, Business and Legal Affairs, develop commercial awareness, keep a keen eye for legal developments and provide support for and to work with the broader Business and Legal Affairs team to the maximum benefit of Disney's Businesses. The Attorney will also work closely with Disney's Creative executives (Production and Development), Production Management, Finance and specialist Corporate Legal (as required) teams based in the UK office and will foster a relationship-building and supportive team culture. Please note: This role will be based in our London Hammersmith office, 4 days a week, with either Monday or Friday working from home. Values You'll join a team grounded in our Disney values - acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day. What You Will Do Key Tasks/Objectives Assisting to advise Production/Development creative executives and Production Management teams in negotiations of development projects, productions and co-productions commissioned from and for the UK. Developing awareness of deal-making terms, market expectations and commercial direction. Advising on current legal updates and industry terms and market conditions for the engagement of production companies, writers, directors, talent and crew. Knowledge of Guild/Union agreements in the UK would be advantageous. Ability to work closely with business partners, taking instructions and providing advice across a range of projects. Assisting with and as applicable, leading the update and preparation of templates for production company's engagements including talent, literary options, location, post-production and other production agreements. Assisting with and advising on, reviewing production welfare and where applicable, Duty of Care protocols, production clearance processes including script reviews, set visits and artwork clearance. Advising on use of AI tools in production and managing Disney's corporate requirements for the appropriate use of approved AI tools in production, including managing talent issues and Legal and Business risks. Assisting and contributing to a continuous improvement culture, ensuring consistency of processes, policies and procedures in order to protect the Business from risk. Developing relationship building skills with a view to establishing strong internal and external relationships to benefit the Business. To perform other related business and administrative duties as assigned. Commercial Terms Advice Works side by side with the Business and Legal Affairs team and senior stakeholders in the Production Business to execute negotiating strategies and deal structures, optimizing potential rights structures. This involves: Developing a solid understanding of the Business's expectations and negotiating position through effective research and utilization of industry expertise. Providing clear, practical advice on deal structures, rights strategies and risk management in line with Disney's policies and standards. Assisting and where applicable, leading or supporting approved negotiation strategy to achieve optimal commercial outcomes Development, Production & Rights Management Provide end-to-end business and legal support across the lifecycle of productions, including development, greenlight, production and post-production. Advise on underlying rights acquisition, including option and purchase agreements, format licences and other rights arrangements. Supervise and advise on chain of title, intellectual property, and compliance with Disney policies and production standards, applicable legal and regulatory requirements and where applicable, Guild and union obligations. Work closely with and collaborating with Production Management, Publicity, Marketing, Brand Solutions and Ad Sales, Content Operations & Delivery and Programme Compliance teams to ensure alignment with Disney's internal frameworks Provide assistance in the assessment finance structures and tax credits, including review and approval on behalf of Disney of finance plans and third-party finance arrangements. Familiarity with completion guarantors and banking agreements advantageous. Support the structuring of production, co-production and pre-buy arrangements across EMEA Experienceand Professional QualificationsRequired UK industry experience, preferably both private practice and in-house, of scripted/non-scripted SVOD/television programme development, commissioning and production. Industry level experience working in television and/or film development, commissioning and production Complex production business and legal negotiation and project management Demonstrable knowledge of relevant law and regulatory issues eg relating to copyright and tax incentives. Production, Contract, Commercial and Intellectual Property Law experience. Qualifications: LLB or Degree/LPC Qualified as solicitor or barrister Plus: Existing Contract, IP and/or Media Law specialisation /expertise (in-house or private practice) Understanding of Contract Administration Process Self-starter and self-supporting Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks Ability to manage and prioritize instructions from multiple sources, and work under pressure and to deadlines on multiple projects at the same time Methodical and meticulous, focusses on accuracy at all times in drafting. Communication of Legal matters to non-legal audience The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney Mosaic, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST. The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Aug 10, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an Attorney to make a meaningful impact and support our Disney+ Originals Legal and Business Affairs team here at Disney! As an Attorney, the successful postholder will support the team across the development, commissioning, production and exploitation of original content commissioned from and for the UK and which will be exploited globally on the D+ SVOD service and other Disney services. This role sits within a highly collaborative Business & Legal Affairs team and combines both legal and commercial responsibilities. The successful candidate will provide pragmatic, solutions-oriented business and legal advice while actively supporting deal-making and relationship management with production partners, talent representatives, licensors and other rights owners and internal stakeholders. Working across scripted and non-scripted content, the role will help ensure that all original productions align with Disney's business and legal requirements, commercial objectives and brand standards, while contributing to the continued development of best practices across the UK and EMEA business. The Attorney will be expected to assist Lead Counsel/Director and VP, Business and Legal Affairs, develop commercial awareness, keep a keen eye for legal developments and provide support for and to work with the broader Business and Legal Affairs team to the maximum benefit of Disney's Businesses. The Attorney will also work closely with Disney's Creative executives (Production and Development), Production Management, Finance and specialist Corporate Legal (as required) teams based in the UK office and will foster a relationship-building and supportive team culture. Please note: This role will be based in our London Hammersmith office, 4 days a week, with either Monday or Friday working from home. Values You'll join a team grounded in our Disney values - acting with Integrity, welcoming everyone through Inclusion, embracing boundless Creativity, working together through Collaboration and caring deeply for our Community. These values shape how we work and how we support one another every day. What You Will Do Key Tasks/Objectives Assisting to advise Production/Development creative executives and Production Management teams in negotiations of development projects, productions and co-productions commissioned from and for the UK. Developing awareness of deal-making terms, market expectations and commercial direction. Advising on current legal updates and industry terms and market conditions for the engagement of production companies, writers, directors, talent and crew. Knowledge of Guild/Union agreements in the UK would be advantageous. Ability to work closely with business partners, taking instructions and providing advice across a range of projects. Assisting with and as applicable, leading the update and preparation of templates for production company's engagements including talent, literary options, location, post-production and other production agreements. Assisting with and advising on, reviewing production welfare and where applicable, Duty of Care protocols, production clearance processes including script reviews, set visits and artwork clearance. Advising on use of AI tools in production and managing Disney's corporate requirements for the appropriate use of approved AI tools in production, including managing talent issues and Legal and Business risks. Assisting and contributing to a continuous improvement culture, ensuring consistency of processes, policies and procedures in order to protect the Business from risk. Developing relationship building skills with a view to establishing strong internal and external relationships to benefit the Business. To perform other related business and administrative duties as assigned. Commercial Terms Advice Works side by side with the Business and Legal Affairs team and senior stakeholders in the Production Business to execute negotiating strategies and deal structures, optimizing potential rights structures. This involves: Developing a solid understanding of the Business's expectations and negotiating position through effective research and utilization of industry expertise. Providing clear, practical advice on deal structures, rights strategies and risk management in line with Disney's policies and standards. Assisting and where applicable, leading or supporting approved negotiation strategy to achieve optimal commercial outcomes Development, Production & Rights Management Provide end-to-end business and legal support across the lifecycle of productions, including development, greenlight, production and post-production. Advise on underlying rights acquisition, including option and purchase agreements, format licences and other rights arrangements. Supervise and advise on chain of title, intellectual property, and compliance with Disney policies and production standards, applicable legal and regulatory requirements and where applicable, Guild and union obligations. Work closely with and collaborating with Production Management, Publicity, Marketing, Brand Solutions and Ad Sales, Content Operations & Delivery and Programme Compliance teams to ensure alignment with Disney's internal frameworks Provide assistance in the assessment finance structures and tax credits, including review and approval on behalf of Disney of finance plans and third-party finance arrangements. Familiarity with completion guarantors and banking agreements advantageous. Support the structuring of production, co-production and pre-buy arrangements across EMEA Experienceand Professional QualificationsRequired UK industry experience, preferably both private practice and in-house, of scripted/non-scripted SVOD/television programme development, commissioning and production. Industry level experience working in television and/or film development, commissioning and production Complex production business and legal negotiation and project management Demonstrable knowledge of relevant law and regulatory issues eg relating to copyright and tax incentives. Production, Contract, Commercial and Intellectual Property Law experience. Qualifications: LLB or Degree/LPC Qualified as solicitor or barrister Plus: Existing Contract, IP and/or Media Law specialisation /expertise (in-house or private practice) Understanding of Contract Administration Process Self-starter and self-supporting Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks Ability to manage and prioritize instructions from multiple sources, and work under pressure and to deadlines on multiple projects at the same time Methodical and meticulous, focusses on accuracy at all times in drafting. Communication of Legal matters to non-legal audience The Perks 25 days annual leave Private medical insurance & dental care Free Park Entry: You will have the opportunity to enter any of our parks with your family and friends for free Disney Discounts: you are entitled to discounts on designated Disney products, resort F&B and ticketing Excellent parental and guardian leave Employee Resource Groups - Disney Mosaic, Disney PRIDE, our disability & neurodiversity focused group - ENABLED, and our Mental Health & Wellbeing Group, TRUST. The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. Disney is committed to forming a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Responsibilities Providing strategic and commercially focused Data Privacy legal advice to support digital products, innovation projects, customer-facing platforms and strategic corporate initiatives; Advising on UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and related privacy legislation and regulatory developments; Reviewing, drafting and negotiating data privacy provisions within outsourcing agreements, data sharing agreements and wider technology and commercial contracts; Supporting the Bank's use of AI, including advising on AI-specific contractual provisions and supporting implementation of AI initiatives alongside the Chief Data Officer function; Advising on international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses, Binding Corporate Rules and other transfer mechanisms; Working closely with senior stakeholders across the Bank to deliver expert, accurate, concise, commercial and cost-effective legal advice that is readily understandable to non-lawyers; Collaborating closely with Data Privacy Compliance (including the DPO), Information Security, Data Privacy & Ethics and other business stakeholders to ensure a high standard of privacy compliance across Santander UK; Supporting Litigation, Retail, Business Banking and Santander Corporate Banking Legal teams on Data Privacy related queries; Keeping abreast of external developments in Data Privacy law and the financial services industry to enable Santander UK to react appropriately and in line with best practice, continuously seeking to improve processes, practices and policies; Sharing technical skills, experience and best practice with colleagues and the wider business and supporting other departments through training and the development of legal templates and checklists; Answering legal queries from internal customers as well as managing external suppliers/stakeholders to successfully deliver advice, projects and other outcomes on a timely basis. Requirements Qualified solicitor in England & Wales, barrister or equivalent overseas qualified lawyer (Required) Excellent knowledge and experience of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and wider Data Privacy regulatory frameworks (Required) Experience advising on Data Privacy issues within financial services, technology, digital or outsourcing environments (Required) Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating data privacy terms within commercial contracts, outsourcing agreements and data sharing agreements (Required) Experience providing legal advice that is readily understandable to non-lawyers (Required) Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across business and control functions (Required) A willingness to develop a working knowledge of Payments and Payments regulation (Preferred) Ability to provide pragmatic, commercial and risk-based legal advice in a fast-paced environment (Required) Strong communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively (Required) Experience advising on AI governance and AI-related contractual or regulatory issues (Preferred) Knowledge of international data transfer mechanisms, including SCCs and BCRs (Preferred) Experience supporting Data Privacy governance frameworks, policies and procedures (Preferred) Experience dealing with a large volume of matters and competing demands (Preferred) Excellent project management skills, with an ability to manage multiple, conflicting interests and deadlines (Preferred)
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
Responsibilities Providing strategic and commercially focused Data Privacy legal advice to support digital products, innovation projects, customer-facing platforms and strategic corporate initiatives; Advising on UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and related privacy legislation and regulatory developments; Reviewing, drafting and negotiating data privacy provisions within outsourcing agreements, data sharing agreements and wider technology and commercial contracts; Supporting the Bank's use of AI, including advising on AI-specific contractual provisions and supporting implementation of AI initiatives alongside the Chief Data Officer function; Advising on international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses, Binding Corporate Rules and other transfer mechanisms; Working closely with senior stakeholders across the Bank to deliver expert, accurate, concise, commercial and cost-effective legal advice that is readily understandable to non-lawyers; Collaborating closely with Data Privacy Compliance (including the DPO), Information Security, Data Privacy & Ethics and other business stakeholders to ensure a high standard of privacy compliance across Santander UK; Supporting Litigation, Retail, Business Banking and Santander Corporate Banking Legal teams on Data Privacy related queries; Keeping abreast of external developments in Data Privacy law and the financial services industry to enable Santander UK to react appropriately and in line with best practice, continuously seeking to improve processes, practices and policies; Sharing technical skills, experience and best practice with colleagues and the wider business and supporting other departments through training and the development of legal templates and checklists; Answering legal queries from internal customers as well as managing external suppliers/stakeholders to successfully deliver advice, projects and other outcomes on a timely basis. Requirements Qualified solicitor in England & Wales, barrister or equivalent overseas qualified lawyer (Required) Excellent knowledge and experience of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, PECR and wider Data Privacy regulatory frameworks (Required) Experience advising on Data Privacy issues within financial services, technology, digital or outsourcing environments (Required) Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating data privacy terms within commercial contracts, outsourcing agreements and data sharing agreements (Required) Experience providing legal advice that is readily understandable to non-lawyers (Required) Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across business and control functions (Required) A willingness to develop a working knowledge of Payments and Payments regulation (Preferred) Ability to provide pragmatic, commercial and risk-based legal advice in a fast-paced environment (Required) Strong communication skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively (Required) Experience advising on AI governance and AI-related contractual or regulatory issues (Preferred) Knowledge of international data transfer mechanisms, including SCCs and BCRs (Preferred) Experience supporting Data Privacy governance frameworks, policies and procedures (Preferred) Experience dealing with a large volume of matters and competing demands (Preferred) Excellent project management skills, with an ability to manage multiple, conflicting interests and deadlines (Preferred)
