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Senior Legal Counsel

Senior Legal Counsel

LHH • Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Senior Legal Counsel - Technology & Operations



Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.



We are seeking an experienced commercial lawyer to provide strategic legal support across technology and operational functions within a global, technology-driven organisation. This role offers the opportunity to advise on complex, high-value commercial and technology matters, working closely with senior stakeholders to enable business growth, innovation, and operational excellence.



As a trusted legal advisor, you will deliver practical, commercially focused guidance on a broad range of strategic initiatives, technology projects, and operational activities. You will play a key role in managing legal risk, negotiating critical agreements, developing governance frameworks, and ensuring legal considerations are embedded into business decision-making processes across multiple jurisdictions.



The successful candidate will also support the development of junior team members, collaborate with external legal advisers, and contribute to continuous improvement within the legal function.



Key Responsibilities:



  • Lead the drafting, negotiation, review, and management of complex technology and operational agreements.


Provide strategic legal advice on commercial transactions, business initiatives, and transformation projects.


Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks associated with technology and operational activities.


Advise on contracts relating to software, cloud services, applications, infrastructure, telecommunications, platforms, digital products, and enterprise systems.


Support legal matters relating to product development, operational delivery, technology services, and strategic business systems.


Manage relationships with external legal advisers, including engagement scope, performance, and budget oversight.


Contribute to the development and implementation of legal policies, contract templates, governance frameworks, and best-practice processes.


Support and mentor junior legal professionals, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and professional development.


Work closely with business stakeholders across multiple functions and jurisdictions to support strategic decision-making and business objectives.




Skills and Experience:



  • Significant experience in commercial and technology law.


Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.


Demonstrable experience advising on complex technology agreements and operational matters.


Solid understanding of data protection and privacy legislation, including GDPR and related compliance requirements.


Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent legal qualification) with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience gained within a leading law firm and/or in-house legal environment.


Ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives in a fast-paced, evolving business environment. xwwtmva


Strong communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.


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