Legal Counsel

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Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
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Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Posted 1 week ago
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About the role

Job Description


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Your New Role

As Legal Counsel, you will provide legal support across a broad range of commercial matters, with a particular focus on digital products, technology, data protection and privacy. Working as part of a collaborative international legal network, you will partner with business stakeholders to ensure legal compliance, manage risk and support the successful delivery of key strategic projects.

You'll be responsible for:

  • Providing commercially focused legal advice on a wide range of business matters, particularly digital and technology-related initiatives
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements and legal documentation
  • Advising on data protection, privacy and digital regulatory requirements
  • Supporting business teams in the development and implementation of innovative products and solutions
  • Monitoring legal and regulatory developments across the UK and EU and advising on associated risks and opportunities
  • Acting as a key legal contact within wider international digital, data and privacy networks
  • Managing disputes and litigation matters where required
  • Supporting major business projects and cross-functional initiatives
  • Advising stakeholders on legal risk management and compliance matters
  • Maintaining legal know-how resources and monitoring emerging legal developments

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales, with experience advising on commercial contracts, technology, digital and/or data privacy matters
  • Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused legal advice within a commercial environment
  • Experience handling complex legal issues independently and confidently
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills across a variety of stakeholder groups
  • Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience within a regulated sector, healthcare, life sciences, technology or similar industry would be advantageous but is not essential

What You'll Get in Return

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  • Opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation with a strong reputation for innovation and purpose-driven work
  • Exposure to a broad range of commercial, digital, technology and privacy matters
  • High levels of stakeholder engagement across a complex international business
  • The chance to work on projects that directly support advancements in healthcare and patient outcomes
  • A collaborative, inclusive and supportive working culture
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
  • Competitive remuneration package and wider benefits package

What You Need to Do Now

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