Commercial, Helix Duration: Permanent Location: Remote Type of Role: Deputy Managing Lawyer Reference number: This is an opportunity to work in innovative new ways for the UK's best loved and most iconic retail and media brands.Our client has entrusted Dentons to manage their commercial contracts requirements and enter into a genuine long term partner relationship. Given the extensive nature of our client's business and its innovative and evolving approach, the work (which will encompass commercial contracts, technology and outsourcing agreements, third party supplier arrangements and other contracts relating to its business operations) will undoubtedly be varied, challenging and engaging. This is a unique role which will see you supervising a team of lawyers and paralegals as well as working directly with business partners and helping to develop and grow the service offering.We have assembled a skilled team to assist with this work, collaborating closely with our Band 1 ranked Technology, Media and Telecoms (TMT) team, as well as the client's in-house legal department. This opportunity will be ideal for experienced lawyers who are looking to join and be a part of a law firm while acting as part of an extension of a client in-house legal team to:Manage and supervise a team of lawyers and paralegals;Be involved in shaping a business model that seeks to innovate the way law firms deliver legal servicesOptimize efficiency in legal process;Work with one client as a core part of its legal function, enabling the capable candidates to gain a deeper understanding of the client's business and a closer working relationship with the client's in-house team;Whilst this is a dedicated team, the candidates who join our ranks will work alongside the UK TMT team and benefit from all of the team training. We are looking for a senior lawyer with experience supervising other lawyers as well as experience with general commercial contracts, media, technology/outsourcing and intellectual property experience.The role offers valuable experience, training and genuine career development prospects.ResponsibilitiesYou will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. You will work closely with other members of this skilled team as well as the in-house legal function at our client. A commitment to deliver high-quality focused services to our clients is essential, as is maintaining and developing client relationships. Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members.Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability.Input to financial and operational reporting.Provide on-boarding training to new members of the team.Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work-streams.Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries.Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent.Having experience working on general commercial contracts.Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability.Personal attributesDedicated to high-quality client service.Firm ProfileAcross more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. Inclusion and DiversityWe are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity.We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.NO AGENCIES PLEASEIf you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email recruitment.
Lawyer - Finance in Glasgow employer: Dentons
Dentons is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, empowering employees to thrive in their roles. With a strong focus on professional development and growth opportunities, particularly in the dynamic Corporate team, employees benefit from a structured resource management methodology that enhances both client service delivery and profitability. Located across London, Milton Keynes, and Ireland, Dentons offers a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance while engaging in meaningful projects that drive transformation.
