Corporate Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Act as a key partner to company executives in Sales and other operational teams.

• Develop and sustain strong, profitable relationships with clients.

• Assist the General Counsel, Associate General Counsel, Senior Corporate Counsel, and other members of the in-house legal team.

• Address the commercial requirements of Sphera’s global operations.

• Foster positive interactions with relevant members of the business teams.

• Provide legal guidance to HR, Finance, IT, Services, Product, and Marketing departments.

• Handle matters related to employment law, intellectual property, compliance, corporate governance, subsidiary management, mergers and acquisitions, data privacy, and dispute resolution.

• Collaborate with global outside counsel alongside legal team leaders.

• Review and draft complex commercial agreements, encompassing SaaS/software, professional services, consulting, licensing, and vendor contracts.

• Assist in the implementation and ongoing management of legal team processes that align with business strategies.

• May oversee contract managers or paralegals.

• Ensure daily activities comply with company and team policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Experience collaborating with global teams in a multinational setting, including dealing with cross-border legal matters.

• At least 6 years of relevant professional experience, including in-house roles at a multinational organization; additional experience in a law firm or similar setting is required.

• Capability to comprehend and clearly communicate intricate legal issues to business teams and stakeholders.

• Proven project management abilities.

• Skill in developing collaborative and successful relationships with sales team members, including managing B2B contracts.

• Exceptional writing, negotiation, and drafting capabilities.

• Strong understanding of data privacy, security, and intellectual property matters pertinent to SaaS/software providers.

• Knowledge in one or more substantive areas such as employment law, corporate governance/subsidiary management, compliance, or M&A.

• Ability to identify issues and propose solutions to complex challenges.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Proactive team player.

• Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment and remain composed in high-pressure situations.

• Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree is required.

• Must be licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction of residence.

• Common law education or equivalent knowledge is highly preferred.

• Experience in SaaS is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering diversity and an inclusive workplace.