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ZIGUP

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Legal

AI generated summary

  • You must be a qualified Solicitor with 3-5 years of commercial experience, skilled in contract negotiation, with strong communication and commercial awareness, and a creative problem-solver.
  • You will manage legal risks, advise on commercial contracts, and provide legal guidance on contracts and relevant legislation changes during negotiations.

Requirements

  • First and foremost, you will be a qualified Solicitor holding a practicing certificate with at least 3-5 years post qualification legal experience in the commercial field as either an in-house or private practice Solicitor.
  • You will be experienced in drafting and negotiating contracts, have knowledge of commercial transactions and the ability to look beyond the documentation and consider the business aspects involved.
  • You are customer focused with good negotiation and communication skills and ability to build strong relationships with internal clients and external agencies.
  • You’ll have sound grounding in commercial law and will ideally have a good level of general legal knowledge in areas such as procurement.
  • You’re able to think of creative solutions and provide guidance and answers rather than ‘the letter of the law’.
  • You have sound commercial judgement and commercial awareness with an interest in the wider business and its ventures.
  • You’re tenacious with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

  • Managing legal risk by advising and supporting the commercial team and board during the tendering and negotiation phases of commercial transactions, to ensure implementation of relevant risk management policies.
  • Advising, drafting, revising, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.
  • Providing legal advice as required by the business on a variety of matters from contract interpretation to developments and changes in relevant legislation.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Legal Counsel.

Where is the location for the Legal Counsel position?

The position is located in Huddersfield or Darlington with hybrid working options.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A qualified Solicitor holding a practicing certificate with at least 3-5 years post qualification legal experience in the commercial field is required.

What kind of legal experience is necessary for this position?

Candidates should have experience in drafting and negotiating contracts, knowledge of commercial transactions, and the ability to consider the business aspects involved.

What types of contracts will the Legal Counsel be handling?

The Legal Counsel will be advising, drafting, revising, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts.

Are there any specific skills that the ideal candidate should possess?

Yes, the ideal candidate should have good negotiation and communication skills, sound commercial judgment, high attention to detail, and the ability to provide creative solutions.

What kind of benefits can employees expect in this position?

Employees can expect benefits such as a competitive salary, annual bonus, annual leave (starting at 24 days), a pension with generous contributions, financial benefits, and wellbeing services.

Does ZIGUP offer support for employee wellbeing?

Yes, ZIGUP provides a colleague assistance programme with 24/7 GP service, mental health support, physiotherapy, and other wellness services.

What is the company culture like at ZIGUP?

ZIGUP promotes agility, expertise, imagination, and reliability, aiming to keep their employees' careers moving smarter.

Is there an opportunity for professional growth in this role?

Yes, joining ZIGUP as Legal Counsel provides the opportunity to be part of a leading mobility solutions provider, which supports professional development and growth.

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ZIGUP

Automotive
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1992
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

ZigUp is a platform that provides a comprehensive solution for managing employee benefits, offering a range of tools to streamline and enhance the administration of employee perks and incentives. Their ultimate mission is to simplify the management of employee benefits for companies while maximising the value and satisfaction of these benefits for employees. The purpose of ZigUp is to improve workplace satisfaction and retention by offering an efficient, user-friendly platform that ensures employees can easily access and utilise their benefits. They aim to create a more engaged and motivated workforce by making employee benefits management seamless and effective for both employers and employees.