Modern and dynamic Financial Services organisation is looking to hire an additional Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team- this role can be based in Glasgow or Edinburgh and hybrid-working is also available.
Role Profile:
- Develop knowledge and understanding of key area’s propositions, core business and associated risks and work with that area to shape solutions that meet requirements.
- Business areas include Actuarial, Defined Contribution Consulting, Investment, Insurance and Financial Services, Third Party Administration and newer areas of Discretionary Fund Management and Personal Wealth.
- Draft, review, negotiate and advise on a wide variety of commercial contracts for full range of professional services, consulting, online and data services, including tender responses, master services agreements, client contracts, licences, data protection agreements, non-reliance letters, NDAs and supplier agreements.
- Draft best practice notes on topical issues and develop and maintain processes, policies, guidance and templates and assist in training.
- Support proposition and client-based projects with legal advice.
- Support and help drive Legal team initiatives.
- Positively contribute to the legal team, creating a professional, effective, high quality and approachable resource for the business.
Candidate Requirements:
- You will have had experience either in-house or in private practice dealing with legal matters, including commercial contracts.
- The role will involve drafting and negotiating contracts for our various business areas.
- Experience in financial services or pensions or with a professional services firm would be an advantage.
- You will be a qualified Solicitor in Scotland or England with material experience in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.
On Offer:
On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package and the chance to join a highly successful in-house legal team.
To Apply:
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact:
David Thomson- Director
0141 244 0260
david@thomsonlrc.com