Senior Contracts Lawyer Job at Vivid Resourcing (Greater London)

Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer / Senior Legal & Regulatory Risk Lawyer

The role of the OGC team at BCLP is to ensure that the firm and individuals with...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor or barrister admitted in England & Wales or a similar common law jurisdiction
Experience of working in legal and regulatory compliance, ideally in an international law firm or for a legal regulator
Experience of working as a fee earner in private practice
Strongly service-oriented, with commercial acumen, and enthusiasm for the challenges of providing services and resources in a large, multi-office law firm setting
Ability to be flexible and adaptable to support the priorities and strategies of the firm
Strong technical IT skills and experience in the design, implementation or management of any technology-based compliance systems and processes (including the use of Gen AI tools) would be an advantage

Job Responsibility

Assist in managing the OGC team query in box (on a rota basis) and act as a first point of contact for internal legal and regulatory risk queries and as a point of escalation for junior lawyers and trainees, assisting them to finalise draft responses
Address various areas of legal and regulatory risk, including issues concerning the regulation and governance of the firm, the SRA Standards & Regulations, and a broad variety of issues concerning the business, its lawyers and other business professionals
Specific legal, regulatory and compliance areas of focus will include the following and will involve supervising and acting as an escalation point for more junior team members: responding to queries and working on projects relating to client engagement, limitation of liability, anti-bribery & corruption, share dealing, outside interests, referral fees, file transfer, escrow arrangements, confidentiality undertakings, NDAs, DAC6/UK MDR, and modern slavery
consideration of whether something is reportable to the SRA or other authority
responding to queries and working on projects relating to HR issues, including the on-boarding of lateral hire partners and/or teams, staff departures, supporting investigations where there might be a regulatory or other reporting obligation
drafting or reviewing and updating risk and compliance policies, procedures and guidance and reviewing and updating risk assessments
working as part of the wider Risk & Regulatory team on various projects to respond to key areas of legal/ regulatory risk to the firm or regulatory developments
supporting the legal and regulatory aspects of strategic projects
drafting and delivering compliance training to various groups, including new starters and trainees, mitigate key risks, educate and empower a risk aware and speak up culture
supporting the firm’s supplier procurement process by assisting with legal contract review

Fulltime

Senior Lawyer & Compliance Lead

Prezzee is looking for an ambitious Senior Lawyer & Compliance Lead to join our ...

Location

United States , New York City

Salary:

200000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Year

Prezzee

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to manage ambiguity in a cross-functional environment
Strong work ethic with a can-do attitude
In good standing to practice in New York and California and in a common law jurisdiction such as the UK
Minimum of 3 years in a law firm or in-house at a technology or financial services institution
Ability to provide practical advice on outbound and inbound commercial transactions
Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and maintaining commercial agreements typical to the technology and SaaS sectors
Ability to work collaboratively and independently with Sales, Finance, and IT teams
Experience in financial services, competition and consumer, technology, privacy/data protection laws, including financial services and payment regulations

Job Responsibility

Provide legal counsel across all aspects of our global business on commercial, data protection, employment, and intellectual property law, mainly supporting our US and UK offices
Fulfill company secretarial responsibilities and manage certain aspects of regulatory compliance
Collaborate with teams, communicate legal risks, and evaluate risk factors
Manage litigation, apply risk management, and offer practical legal advice
Negotiate with external parties, assist with governance and compliance
Draft agreements, contracts, and provide legal advice to protect company rights
Contribute to policy development, handle complex matters, and clarify legal language
Stay updated on legislation, maintain documentation, and ensure efficient record-keeping
Engage external counsel as needed
Facilitate transparency, maintain high standards, and drive positive change

What we offer

Competitive incentives that reward your success and contribution
Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and 401(k) match benefits
Flexible work hours
Culture Swap Days
Freedom to work from anywhere for 30 days a year
Prezzeeversary Leave – Extra day of annual leave for each year you’re with us
BirthYay Leave – Celebrate you with a paid day off during your birthday month
Parental Leave – 12 weeks for primary carers and 4 weeks for secondary carers
Fun and meaningful events, both virtual and in-person
Employee Resource Groups

Fulltime

Construction Lawyer

Our client is a leading UK infrastructure contractor they are seeking a highly s...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

120000.00 GBP / Year

Alfa-Executive Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Possessing a valid practising certificate in England & Wales or another recognised UK jurisdiction
A minimum of 4+ years Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) gained within a recognised law firm or in-house legal department, with a demonstrable specialism in non-contentious and contentious construction law
Significant experience working on large-scale infrastructure, civil engineering, or major projects
In-depth, working knowledge of the NEC suite of contracts (particularly ECC) is essential
Excellent communication, negotiation, and drafting skills
Must be a proactive, commercially astute, and solutions-focused team player who can build strong relationships across the business

Job Responsibility

Drafting and Negotiating Contracts: Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of construction and engineering contracts, including standard forms (JCT, NEC (especially ECC), FIDIC) and bespoke agreements, with a particular focus on large-scale infrastructure projects
Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating legal and commercial risks associated with construction delivery and contracting strategies
Advisory Role: Providing timely and pragmatic legal advice to project teams, senior management, and commercial departments on contract interpretation, statutory and regulatory compliance (e.g., CDM Regulations, Health and Safety), and company policies
Dispute Resolution: Managing and supporting claims, adjudications, arbitrations, and litigation, including instructing and collaborating with external counsel

What we offer

Executive Level Car
Generous Bonus
Family Health Care
LTIPS and Pension

Fulltime

Senior Commercial Counsel

Are you a skilled commercial solicitor looking for an exciting new challenge whe...

Location

United Kingdom , Milton Keynes

Salary:

75000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years PQE in Commercial Law
Qualified Solicitor, CiLEX, or equivalent in England and Wales
Deep understanding of contract and commercial law and legal drafting principles
Leadership experience who can inspire and support a small team

Job Responsibility

Lead and guide a talented team of commercial lawyers, ensuring excellence in service delivery
Draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of contracts, from NDAs to SaaS agreements, ensuring they are legally sound and risk-averse
Act as a trusted legal advisor to internal teams, providing clear, actionable advice and ensuring legal compliance at all stages of contract negotiation and execution

Fulltime

Legal Counsel, Labor & Employment

Reporting to the Director, Labor & Employment, USA, within our Legal team, the L...

Location

United States of America , Charlotte; Tempe; San Antonio

Salary:

Not provided

Circle K

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bar admission and license to practice law in the U.S., member in good standing
At least 4 years experience, specifically in labor and employment law area of practice
Prior experience working in a large law firm preferred
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Ability to draft documents and policies in a concise manner for non-lawyers
Must have advanced breadth and depth of practical and academic knowledge of federal, state, and municipal labor and employment laws/regulations, with proven working knowledge of issues related to the EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, NLRB, ADEA, ADA, Title VII, WARN, discrimination and equal pay claims
Substantial experience with delivering advice and counsel to business clients such as Human Resources
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated and able to quickly troubleshoot issues and provide solutions
Ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment, take ownership of projects, and demonstrate independence needed to effectively and timely complete projects

Job Responsibility

Provide timely, practical and sound legal advice and counseling on a wide range of employment law issues and day-to-day support for the HR teams, including recruiting, hiring, employee relations, leaves of absence and accommodations, wage and hour, internal investigations, compensation and benefits, and general labor and employment compliance
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop criteria for Company-wide employment best practices and to ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations
Provide support to senior Labor & Employment lawyers on guidance related to high-level Company transactions, strategic and commercial HR initiatives, reductions-in-force, and contingent workforce issues
Prepare preliminary drafts of contracts, policies and procedures, and employment-related onboarding and offboarding agreements such as offer letters and separation agreements
Work with senior Labor & Employment lawyers to develop and deploy training on a regular basis to Human Resources employees and management level employees on a range of labor and employment issues
Collaborate with senior Labor & Employment lawyers and local counsel, where necessary, to advise the HR teams and management on employment issues
Provide support and counsel on investigations, assist in development of strategy, and respond to claims, demand letters, administrative complaints, audits, and other employment-related inquiries
Assist in administrative audits and support other compliance efforts
Strategically and in a cost-effective manner, assist in the management of and partnership with local counsel in employment litigation matters, including litigation strategy, budgets and invoices, compliance with outside counsel guidelines and work product
Review and provide support to HR on updating employment policies and procedures across the enterprise and keep them current/compliant

What we offer

Complete benefits packages (medical, dental, etc.)
Possibility of enrolling in a defined contribution plan with employer contributions or a stock purchase plan
Employee discounts in stores and with multiple of our partners
Paid time off plan including vacation, sick days and personal days
Scholarship program available to the employee and the employee's children
Work in a collaborative, dynamic and high performing team
Learning opportunities to develop new skills and to evolve professionally in a fast-growing company
Hybrid work

Fulltime

Senior employment lawyer

A leading West Midlands firm is looking to appoint a senior employment lawyer in...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

SACCO MANN

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Senior employment lawyer with strong experience advising employer clients
Confident handling both tribunal litigation and advisory work
Skilled at providing pragmatic, commercial solutions to clients
Leadership potential, with the ambition to play a central role in the future of the team
Strong communication skills and ability to foster trusted relationships with clients and colleagues

Job Responsibility

Advising employers on the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious employment issues
Handling matters such as contracts, policies, dismissals, grievances, discrimination claims and TUPE
Providing support to the corporate team on employment aspects of mergers, acquisitions and restructurings
Managing your own caseload while helping to supervise and mentor junior colleagues
Building and developing long-term client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives

What we offer

Hybrid working
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Supportive and collegiate culture
Clear progression prospects

Fulltime

Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel supporting the APAC region, providing general commercial support a...

Location

Spain , Madrid

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Practising lawyer with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
Professional fluency in English is essential
Proficiency in an additional language a strong plus
Strong communication and collaboration skills with high level of emotional intelligence
Experience working on international projects or with global teams
Team player who is adaptable and eager to learn

Job Responsibility

Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, terms and conditions
Provide legal support to regional business teams and senior management
Research legal issues related to product development and regulatory compliance
Provide corporate management support in the region including for corporate expansion
Stay up to date on relevant legislative and jurisprudence developments in APAC
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors to prioritise and manage legal matters
Manage knowledge and documents including preparation and revision of templates and legal guides
Participate in ongoing corporate compliance functions
Upskilling, support, and growth of other team members

What we offer

Attractive compensation package
40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
Work in a location in the heart of the city with possible travel across our markets
Home office friendly
Health insurance
Flexible remuneration with 100% tax exemption through Cobee
Language Lessons
Gympass
Possibility to receive in advance part of your salary by Payflow
Free snacks, drinks and fruit at the office

Fulltime

Legal Counsel for APAC

Legal Counsel supporting the APAC region, providing general commercial support a...

Location

Spain , Madrid

Salary:

Not provided

Fever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Practising lawyer with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE)
Professional fluency in English is essential
Proficiency in an additional language a strong plus
Strong communication and collaboration skills
High level of emotional intelligence
Experience working on international projects or with global teams
Team player who is adaptable and eager to learn

Job Responsibility

Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, terms and conditions
Provide legal support to regional business teams and senior management
Research legal issues related to product development and regulatory compliance
Provide corporate management support in the region, including for corporate expansion
Stay up to date on relevant legislative and jurisprudence developments in APAC
Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external legal advisors to prioritise and manage legal matters
Manage knowledge and documents, including the preparation and revision of templates and legal guides
Participate in ongoing corporate compliance functions
Upskilling, support, and growth of other team members

What we offer

Attractive compensation package
40% discount on all Fever events and experiences
Work in a location in the heart of the city, with possible travel across our markets
Home office friendly
Health insurance
Flexible remuneration with a 100% tax exemption through Cobee
Language Lessons
Gympass
Possibility to receive in advance part of your salary by Payflow
Free snacks, drinks and fruit at the office

Fulltime

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