Legal Counsel – Technology, Outsourcing & Procurement (VP) | London
A leading global bank is hiring a Technology & Commercial Legal Counsel at VP level to join its EMEA Legal team in London on a contract basis. It’s a broad, hands‑on role with real exposure across the region.
The role
You’ll advise on a wide range of technology, operations and procurement matters across EMEA. At first you’ll focus on a major software asset management programme, reviewing and fixing the bank’s software reseller arrangements, EULAs and related MSAs.
Your work will include:
- Drafting and negotiating ICT, SaaS/cloud, outsourcing, software licensing, reseller and intra-group agreements
- Advising on EULA terms, including audit rights, compliance, liability, information security and data protection
- Working out which regulations apply (DORA, EBA outsourcing, GDPR, the EU AI Act) and flagging material risks
- Leading or supporting negotiations on critical outsourcing and strategic vendor arrangements
- Building templates, playbooks and guidance, and training procurement, third‑party risk and business teams
- Working with legal colleagues in EMEA, APAC and the Americas on global vendor frameworks
You’ll typically handle 20–30 matters at a time and work closely with senior stakeholders across Legal, Procurement, Third Party Management, IT and Operations.
What we’re looking for
- A qualified lawyer with 5–8 years’ PQE, including at least 3 years in technology and ICT contracts, gained at a top law firm, financial institution or major corporate
- Strong experience with software licensing, reseller agreements and EULAs
- Knowledge of data protection, IP, cyber security, UK/EBA outsourcing rules and DORA
- Experience with financial services regulation, cross‑border work or AI governance is a strong advantage
- A pragmatic, commercial approach, comfortable working independently in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment
Why apply?
You’ll join a globally significant institution at a time of growth and regulatory change, and work on high-profile projects in operational resilience and AI governance.
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