Description
Capital One is seeking an experienced in-house commercial contracts solicitor to join the UK Legal Team. As a Senior Legal Counsel - Contracts, you will provide legal advice to Capital One's business teams on a range of supplier contracts, including outsourcing contracts, SaaS and other technology agreements.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and negotiate contractual arrangements, including services agreements, outsourcing agreements, software licences, and terms and conditions of purchase.
- Manage contractual workstreams across multiple business areas, integrating legal considerations into initiatives.
- Advise on legal and regulatory risks, as well as strategic considerations in relation to third-party contracting.
- Supervise and mentor junior team members in contract negotiation and drafting, legal research, and advice.
- Develop and maintain great working relationships with stakeholders, including suppliers, sourcing managers, and business managers.
Requirements:
- Qualified solicitor with around 6-12 years PQE.
- Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, with a strong understanding of data protection law.
- Ability to leverage precedent terms or negotiate third-party terms as required for the business context.
- In-house experience strongly preferred, ideally with a financial services context.
Benefits:
- Competitive pension and performance-based bonus schemes.
- 25 days of annual leave, increasing with tenure.
- Access to premium care through private medical insurance.
- Enhanced parental leave.
- Up to £5,000 in funding for external qualifications.
Work Environment:
- Permanent position based in Nottingham or London office.
- Hybrid approach to work, with three days a week in the office and two days remote work.