Legal Counsel

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
• 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 If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Leila Manson at Hays Legal for a confidential discussion about this opportunity on 01173746300If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career and the wider legal market.