Our global client based is looking for an in house Legal Counsel to join them on a permanent basis in their Edinburgh office. The role will be hybrid working (based in the office 3 days a week) and will require someone with either an interest or experience in technology, but key for the role litigation experience (coupled ideally with financial services experience). The role is a great opportunity for someone at the 2-5 years PQE level.
The successful candidate will provide legal advice and support globally on contentious work, including litigation and disputes, investigations, regulatory matters and complex contractual and strategic arrangements that present commercial, legal, regulatory and reputational risk.
Working closely with business stakeholders, the role will support effective risk identification and management, including in relation to critical technology, AI deployment and digital infrastructure arrangements, while enabling strategic and commercial objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality legal, technical and commercial advice to business stakeholders in relation to contentious and potentially contentious matters across all businesses, including litigation and disputes, regulatory matters, investigations, and significant risk issues arising from contractual, commercial or operational arrangements, operating where required at senior management or executive level.
Support the identification, assessment and mitigation of legal, regulatory and reputational risk, including complex contractual arrangements, strategic partnerships and digital technology or infrastructure services
Advise the business on dispute avoidance, escalation pathways, service failure risk and resolution strategies, and liaising with colleagues across the wider function as appropriate.
Provide support in relation to the legal and regulatory aspects of incident management, including matters with heightened regulatory, reputational or conduct risk.
Conduct and oversee internal investigations, including regulatory or conduct-related matters, working with internal stakeholders and external counsel as appropriate.
Operate effectively across multiple jurisdictions, working with local teams and external counsel as required.
Contribute to effective governance and decision-making in relation to disputes, investigations and other material risk matters.
Develop and maintain strong, trusted relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure legal advice is practical, proportionate and delivers best value to the business.
Manage the instruction and performance of external law firms and legal suppliers, ensuring appropriate oversight, cost control and efficient use of external resources.
Skills/Experience
Qualified lawyer with membership of the relevant UK or equivalent legal professional body.
Circa 2-5 years' post-qualification experience.
Experience working in or (in an advisory capacity) with large corporates and/or financial services firms, with exposure to contentious matters and experience in assessing, and advising on, risk and strategy in relation to complex commercial or contractual arrangements.
Knowledge of broader financial services regulatory frameworks.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to explain legal issues clearly and pragmatically to non-legal stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage multiple matters concurrently and perform effectively under pressure, including on sensitive or high-risk issues.
Collaborative team player with a global outlook and strong stakeholder-management skills.
Comfortable working in an evolving environment, including the use of legal technology and AI-supported tools, with sound judgement as to risk and appropriateness.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
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JOB DESCRIPTION
The Legal and Compliance Intern supports the RPM Legal team's operational initiatives. This role involves hands-on exposure to legal processes, including corporate governance, contract, and legal and compliance document management and process optimization. The intern will also assist in-house counsel in matters of general litigation, contract drafting and analysis, employment law, data privacy and protection, records management, and more.
Key Responsibilities
Support RPM's in-house lawyers by assisting with a wide range of legal and regulatory matters related to a publicly traded multinational company.
Learn and manage various filing systems.
Create and maintain attorney-client files.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with business professionals and attorneys.
Other reasonably related business duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills Required for Position
Pursuing a Juris Doctor.
Analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively.
Other Job Requirements
On-site requirement at RPM's corporate headquarters in Medina, Ohio (2628 Pearl Road).
Hours and days of work are flexible depending on workload and intern's class schedule.
Company Background
RPM International Inc. (NYSE: RPM) is one of the largest coatings and waterproofing companies in the world. While best known for its consumer-facing DIY brands such as Rust-Oleum, DAP, and Zinsser, RPM is also a company of leading brands in infrastructure rehab and repair products, protective coatings, roofing systems, sealants, and adhesives, focusing on the maintenance and improvement needs of the industrial, specialty, and consumer markets. Our products are sold in approximately 170 countries and territories, and we operate manufacturing facilities in approximately 122 locations. Nearly one-quarter of our sales are generated outside North America.Apply for this ad Online!....Read more...
Are you ready to take your PR skills to the next level? We're working with a respected boutique agency dedicated to strategic communications for the legal sector.For over 20 years, this tight-knit team has provided litigation PR, crisis management and day-to-day counsel to high-profile clients. Now, they need someone to manage campaigns end-to-end for their roster of leading law firms and legal professionals.In this role, you'll hit the ground running developing and executing PR programs to elevate client profiles across media platforms. With excellent written and verbal skills, you'll secure commentary in target outlets, build relationships with journalists and support new biz efforts.Here's what you'll be doing:Create and implement PR strategies to boost client visibility in print, broadcast and onlineFoster strong connections with clients and media through regular communicationTrack coverage and report campaign ROI to clientsIdentify creative content ideas for the website and use social media for engagementResearch prospects and assist with pitch preparations to win new accountsHere are the skills you'll need:3+ years experience in legal or professional services PRSuperb written and verbal communication abilitiesA strong news sense and drive to land coverageMultitasking and grace under pressureCollaborative team playerSolid IT and social media skillsHere are the benefits of this job:Competitive pay Flexible full-time hoursSupportive environment to develop your expertisePotential to work on exciting litigation PR and crisis projectsIf you're a driven PR pro looking for your next challenge, this legal agency role is for you. Apply today!Work Permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time.....Read more...
Key Responsibilities
Provide all round administrative support to the legal team for the Autolus Contract Lifesye Management (CLM) System, including intake from business users, coordination of review by in-house counsel, and execution of final documents
Entry of agreements into the CLM, and setting up alerts and notifications for contract renewals, expiry, amendments, etc.
Stakeholder communication via calls and emails (using MS Outlook, MS Teams, etc), including obtaining contract signatures via Docusign
Training users on contracting processes, assist with enforcement of Autolus’s contracts policy and advise on purchase order procedures
Liaising with Autolus internal departments to improve contracting processes & performance processes
Autonet support, specifically the Legal/Compliance portion of the Autolus Intranet
Maintaining and organising the Legal SharePoint folders and other documents and records for Legal
Adhoc tasks as and when required
Training Outcome:The Contracts Apprentice will provide administrative and substantive support for our contract-related processes. The successful candidate will need to be a self-starter and comfortable with performing and managing multiple administration led tasks in a fast paced and changing environment. This is a hands-on role with significant potential for development and expanded responsibilities.Employer Description:Autolus is a biopharmaceutical company, advancing innovative therapies at both clinical and commercial stages of development, focused on next-generation, programmed T cell therapies for the treatment of cancer. Using a broad suite of proprietary and modular T cell programming technologies, the company is engineering precisely targeted, controlled, and highly active T cell therapies designed to better recognize cancer cells, break down their defence mechanisms, and eliminate these cells. Autolus has a pipeline of product candidates in development for the treatment of haematological malignancies, solid tumours, and autoimmune diseases.Working Hours :Full time. Monday - Friday (core office hours).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Customer care skills,Analytical skills,Logical....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a global asset manager, is recruiting for a Legal Counsel to join their team in Edinburgh. This role focuses on advising on complex technology, AI deployment and digital infrastructure matters, alongside contentious and regulatory issues arising from strategic commercial arrangements.
Skills/Experience:
Circa 2–4 years' post-qualification experience.
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial and technology agreements.
Experience within financial services, asset management or investment platforms would be advantageous but is not essential.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice on a broad range of commercial and contractual matters.
Draft, review and negotiate commercial, technology, outsourcing and other complex agreements.
Identify, assess and mitigate legal, regulatory and commercial risks across business activities.
Advise on contractual interpretation, performance issues and dispute avoidance or resolution strategies.
Support strategic transformation programmes, technology initiatives and operational change projects.
Advise on data protection, AI, intellectual property and brand matters, or demonstrate the appetite to develop expertise in these areas.
Build trusted relationships with business stakeholders, delivering pragmatic legal solutions that enable commercial objectives.
Identify opportunities to improve legal service delivery through process optimisation, technology and innovation.
Support the responsible adoption of legal technology and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency, insight and knowledge management.
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
At Core-Asset, we’re committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Our privacy statement explains when and why we collect personal information about people who engage with our services, how we use it, the conditions under which we may disclose it to others, and how we keep it secure. We may change this policy from time to time, so please check this policy occasionally to ensure that you’re happy with any changes.
By engaging with us (either by applying for a job we’re advertising, registering through our website, or getting in touch with our business) you’re agreeing to be bound by this policy.
Core-Asset Consulting is committed to protecting the privacy of our candidates, clients and website users. For further information, please refer to our full Privacy Statement available on our website http://www.core-asset.co.uk/about-core-asset/privacy-statement
Core-Asset Consulting offers specialist recruitment services to asset management, accounting & finance, asset servicing, legal and the wider financial services sector in Scotland.....Read more...
Specific Accountabilities of the Role
As you progress through the apprenticeship the duties will vary in line with knowledge and experience.
Under supervision assist fee earners with caseloads.
Under supervision prepare, negotiate, draft and agree legal documentation and forms and such documentation as associated with the legal process.
Liaise with Counsel and external Solicitors under supervision where appropriate.
Undertake legal and factual research, prepare briefing materials on particular cases and monitor new legislation.
Preparation of bundles for court, tribunal and other hearings as required.
Produce financial related reports from any legal case management system as required.
Create and maintain Legal Practice files and records both electronically and manually.
Gain experience in basic legal principles, practice and managing a personal caseload (under supervision) in both contentious and non-contentious areas of law including civil and criminal litigation, property, planning and regeneration, contracts and procurement, governance, safeguarding and partnership, and employment law.
Manage your time, effort and resources effectively so that you develop good working practices to enable you to plan and organise your work to achieve personal and team objectives.
Ensure that telephone and electronic messages are dealt with in an effective and responsible manner and, where possible deal with enquiries or pass to the appropriate officer/Division.
Diarise and file correspondence and case files as and when requested.
Understand all roles of a legal office, including providing support to admin tasks such as post etc.
Be committed to the entire programme of your studies and work placement.
For years 4-6 of the apprenticeship the duties will be similar to those of a Trainee Solicitor (updated JD will be provided at this time).
Complete administration tasks for the legal service including post, sealing etc.
Training:The apprentice will spend four days each week gaining supervised, work-based legal experience with Barking and Dagenham Council and one day undertaking off-the-job training with BPP University. Training will include live teaching, guided study, coaching, skills workshops and assessments, delivered online and/or through day release as agreed in the final training plan. Any required travel and venue details will be confirmed before enrolment.Training Outcome:After successfully completing the apprenticeship and meeting all regulatory requirements, the apprentice may apply for admission as a solicitor. Progression could include solicitor roles within local government or the wider legal profession, subject to suitable vacancies and recruitment processes.Employer Description:Barking and Dagenham is a borough that’s changing for the better. Over the past few years, we’ve been working hard to transform how we deliver services and support our community. We’re proud of our diverse and vibrant population, and we’re committed to building a borough where everyone feels respected, included, and empowered.We have a laser focus on delivering for our residents – whether it’s tackling the inequalities people face or, quite simply, delivering the best services every day.We’re creating the conditions and opportunities for people to thrive here –to make Barking and Dagenham a place people are proud of and where they want to live, work, study and stay. Ultimately, we want everyone in Barking and Dagenham to have a good quality of life and to feel like they want to put down roots, raise their family, be part of the community and get involved.As an Investors in People Gold Award employer, we’re serious about supporting our staff. From flexible working, professional training and career development to wellbeing initiatives, we want our people to feel valued and supported in everything they do.Our values, known as DRIVE, shape how we work:
Deliver our best every day – and do what we promise
Respond in a prompt, positive way to our community’s needs
Inspire others with our attitudes and actions
Value people for who they are and what they can do
Engage with others to improve our resilience and flexibility
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm. Some evening or weekend work may be required.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
