General Legal Counsel (London)

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We are seeking a seasoned General Counsel to serve as the chief legal advisor to the executive team, providing comprehensive legal guidance across all aspects of the company\’s operations. This role requires a strategic thinker capable of working independently, with preferably, but not necessarily, expertise in fintech and a strong understanding of UK and international legal frameworks.

The role will be hybrid based across one of our UK offices in Bristol, Southampton, or London.

RequirementsKey Responsibilities

• Offer strategic legal advice on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, data protection, and contractual matters.
• Oversee drafting, negotiation, and execution of contracts with clients, including software licensing, SaaS agreements, vendors, and partners, ensuring alignment with company objectives and legal standards.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable legislation and industry standards, proactively addressing legal risks, including intellectual property, data protection, and contractual issues.
• Manage compliance with privacy legislation, including GDPR, and assist in developing and implementing privacy policies and processes.
• Manage and resolve legal disputes, liaising with external counsel and representing the company\’s interests in legal proceedings.
• Develop and implement internal policies to promote legal compliance and ethical practices, including staff training on legal topics such as privacy, contracts, and intellectual property rights.
• Collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams, leveraging negotiation skills to drive strategic initiatives and provide legal insights for informed decision-making.

Key Skills

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK with a strong academic background.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience, with significant exposure to fintech, financial services, or technology sectors.
• In-house experience within a corporate environment is highly desirable.
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Ability to manage diverse legal issues and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, growing company.
• Proven leadership in developing legal teams with a collaborative, proactive approach.

Attributes

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, self-starting attitude.

Key Stakeholders

• Reports to the Chief Finance Officer.
• Senior Management Team.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Technology, Information, and Internet

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