Legal Counsel

Leading Financial Service MNC looking for Legal Counsel (2-4 years PQE) in Reigate. Your new company My client is a NASQAC listed company with over £100 Billions business turnover last year. Your new role Working with the business and team members on a wide range of software, IPR and related legal matters Advising on, drafting and negotiating complex and bespoke software and technology agreements, with the need to drive those negotiations forward efficiently and effectively Explaining our legal position to internal and external clients and providing workaround solutions to issues that are encountered during contract negotiations Taking responsibility for contractual negotiations and providing timely, commercially focussed legal advice Instructing and liaising with external counsel where necessary Working closely with the business in assisting and advising internal teams on a range of legal documents and ensuring all levels of drafting reflect the agreed commercial position; Establishing strong working relationships with all members of the Insurance Consulting and Technology community Assisting with know-how management and knowledge sharing with the other members of the Insurance Technology Contracting Team Demonstrating natural ease and effectiveness when dealing and liaising with clients/colleagues at all levels What you'll need to succeed 2-4 Years PQE Qualified as Solicitor in England and Wales Prefer candidate from Private Practice Solid Corporate Commercial background Some knowledge of Software contract will be preferred Strong Negotiator What you'll get in return Competitive Salary Package and Benefits What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk