An international law firm is seeking an experienced Contracts Lawyer to join its Risk & Compliance function. This role will focus on advising on client and supplier contracts, managing contractual risk, and supporting the firm's commercial and regulatory objectives across multiple jurisdictions.
Client Details
Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation across dispute resolution, regulatory and advisory services. With a significant global footprint and a collaborative culture, the firm is committed to innovation, operational excellence and delivering high-quality legal services to a diverse client base.
The business places considerable importance on risk management and governance, investing heavily in its people, technology and processes to maintain best-in-class compliance standards across its global network.
Description
Contract Review & Negotiation
- Review, draft and negotiate client engagement terms, supplier agreements, framework agreements, SLAs and other commercial contracts.
- Advise stakeholders on contractual obligations, legal risks and compliance considerations.
- Support negotiations with clients and suppliers to achieve commercially balanced outcomes.
- Provide guidance on key contractual provisions including liability, indemnities, confidentiality, intellectual property, termination rights, insurance requirements and data protection.
Risk & Compliance Advisory
- Identify, assess and mitigate legal and regulatory risks arising from contractual arrangements.
- Advise on compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including professional conduct obligations.
- Support the development and enhancement of contractual risk policies, procedures and guidance.
- Ensure contractual arrangements align with internal governance frameworks and approval processes.
Stakeholder Management
- Build trusted relationships with partners, lawyers and business services professionals.
- Act as the firm's internal subject matter expert on contract-related matters.
- Work closely with wider Risk & Compliance teams, including Financial Crime, Data Risk and New Business Intake functions.
Process Improvement
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