Senior Commercial Lawyer (Permanent)

Senior Corporate Counsel Why Join Our Team? As a key member of the Mimecast Legal Team, you will have the unique opportunity to direct and shape our corporate compliance process, ensuring that we not only meet regulatory requirements but also uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence in the legal field. As a Senior Corporate Counsel your role will ensure the Company remains up to date with global corporate compliance obligations. You will have the opportunity to engage in a range of corporate matters and participate in various cross functional projects to support Mimecast’s growth plans. Setting up and maintaining systems and processes to monitor and report on corporate compliance, with a focus on continual improvement and innovation; Partner with the finance, treasury, accounting and human resource teams on a range of corporate compliance issues and risk management; Communicate with, and assist the business to ensure key stakeholders are updated on any issues or risks within your area of expertise; Research, monitor and analyse changes in applicable corporate and company law regulations, statutes, and guidance, as well as industry developments, best practices, and trends; Managing outside legal advisors on transactional and corporate governance; Assisting the Legal leadership team with managing deliverables and due diligence associated with mergers and acquisitions; New entity formation in relation to global expansion projects which support Mimecast’s growth objectives. A Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive qualified in the UK, with relevant experience advising on corporate law matters within a law firm or in-house legal department, ideally with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience; Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters and with a positive attitude. Mimecast offers formal and on the job learning opportunities, maintains a comprehensive benefits package that helps our employees and their family members to sustain a healthy lifestyle, and importantly – working in cross functional teams to build your knowledge. We are a global organization, so there is the possibility for occasional travel to other Mimecast locations. Our Hybrid Model: We provide you with the flexibility to live balanced, healthy lives through our hybrid working model that champions both collaborative teamwork and individual flexibility. Employees are expected to come to the London office at least two days per week, because working together in person: Fosters a culture of collaboration, communication, performance and learning Drives innovation and creativity within and between teams Introduces employees to priorities outside of their immediate realm Ensures important interpersonal relationships and connections with one another and our community! #Cybersecurity is a community effort. That’s why we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone – unless they’re a cybercriminal, of course. Due to certain obligations to our customers, an offer of employment will be subject to your successful completion of applicable background checks, conducted in accordance with local law. #