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Leading professional services organisation seeks Senior Legal Counsel – Commercial Technology to join their in-house legal team. The role can be based in London or across the regions within commuting distance to London. This is a newly created position to join a supportive and dynamic team, in a strategic role to be the commercial technology lead on a range of commercial deals and support more junior members in the team of commercial lawyers.
Responsibilities
- Lead on commercial technology matters across a range of deals, including IT system implementation agreements, outsourcing/managed services agreements, and client contracts (engagement agreements, MSAs, framework agreements).
- Handle cross-functional complex tech projects, digital transformation initiatives, licensing, cloud and managed services arrangements, outsourcing, government and public sector agreements, tenders, RFP responses, and supplier agreements.
- Support more junior members of the commercial lawyers team and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing in-house function.
Qualifications
- Over 5 years PQE and proven experience as a commercial technology lawyer, from a top-tier City law firm and/or in-house.
- Ideally experience working with technology and/or professional services businesses.
Profile
This will suit a self-starter with gravitas, business acumen and a calm and proactive attitude. The team is collaborative, so the ideal candidate will be a team player and versatile, efficient, credible, persuasive, with the ability to prioritise and adapt to changing circumstances in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Benefits
Flexible, hybrid working, friendly collegiate team and excellent benefits package on offer.
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Taylor Root Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Taylor Root
✨Know Your Commercial Tech Inside Out
Make sure you brush up on the latest trends and legal frameworks in commercial technology. Be prepared to discuss specific deals you've worked on, especially those involving IT system implementations or outsourcing agreements. This shows you're not just familiar with the theory but have practical experience.
✨Showcase Your Team Spirit
Since the role involves supporting junior members of the team, highlight your collaborative experiences. Share examples of how you've mentored others or contributed to a team project. This will demonstrate that you're a team player who can thrive in a supportive environment.
✨Prepare for Scenario-Based Questions
Expect questions that ask how you'd handle complex tech projects or digital transformation initiatives. Think through potential challenges and your strategies for overcoming them. This will show your problem-solving skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced setting.
✨Exude Confidence and Gravitas
As a senior legal counsel, you'll need to convey confidence and credibility. Practice your responses to common interview questions, ensuring you communicate clearly and assertively. Remember, your calm and proactive attitude is key to making a great impression.
