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Canon

Sep 15

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal

AI generated summary

  • You need experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, basic knowledge of competition and data protection laws, strong communication skills, and a focus on customer solutions.
  • You will draft and negotiate B2B contracts, advise on commercial, compliance, and governance matters, create legal templates, provide training, and assess legal risks within company strategies.

Requirements

  • - Significant experience of drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial contracts. At least some specific experience in relation to goods/hardware/software/services contracts.
  • - Basic competency in in-house commercial law topics such as competition, data protection, advertising and/or a willingness to learn.
  • - Evidence of continuing expansion of technical and company knowledge, skills and competencies will be expected.
  • - Basic competency in relevant computer systems and packages.
  • - Apply High Standards of Accuracy
  • - Apply Business Acumen
  • - Communicate Effectively
  • - Create Solutions to Problems
  • - Focus on the Customer

Responsibilities

  • - provide commercially minded legal, compliance and governance support on a variety of matters
  • - be responsible for drafting, negotiating and advising on B2B contracts
  • - support the creation of legal processes, contracting templates and legal guidance notes for the business
  • - advise on a broad range of commercial contracts (including supply, distribution, selective distribution, sponsorship, leasing, etc), marketing issues (including advertising and promotions in both the business and consumer areas), competition law issues, data privacy, litigation/dispute management, intellectual property, anti-bribery and corruption, corporate compliance, governance and others as required from time to time
  • - provide training to the business as required e.g. competition law
  • - work with EMEA Legal Team colleagues and participate in EMEA Legal working groups and projects
  • - review and assess risk/legal implications of relevant company strategies and activities, making recommendations for change, as required

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Legal Counsel at Canon UK?

The Senior Legal Counsel will provide commercial legal support to the CUK & Ireland businesses and support functions, advising on compliance with relevant national and European laws and regulations, as well as Canon UK and Canon Europe internal policies.

What types of contracts will the Senior Legal Counsel be involved with?

The Senior Legal Counsel will draft, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of commercial contracts, including supply, distribution, sponsorship, leasing, and more.

Is training provided for employees in this role?

Yes, the Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for providing training to the business as required, such as on competition law.

What benefits does Canon UK offer for this position?

Canon UK offers various benefits including an annual bonus, hybrid working options, flexible core hours, a generous pension scheme, private healthcare, discounts on Canon products, learning and development opportunities, and more.

What qualifications are desired for the Senior Legal Counsel role?

Candidates should have significant experience in drafting, negotiating, and advising on commercial contracts, basic competency in in-house commercial law topics, and basic competency in relevant computer systems and packages.

Where is the location for the Senior Legal Counsel position?

The position is based at Stockley Park, Uxbridge.

How does Canon UK promote employee wellbeing?

Canon UK promotes employee wellbeing by offering a variety of support programs, including a partnership with Mental Health First Aid UK, flexible benefits, private healthcare, and opportunities for professional development.

Are there opportunities for career development in this role?

Yes, Canon UK is committed to investing in your professional development to help you learn and progress in your role.

What is the working arrangement for this position?

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

Does Canon UK have an inclusive work culture?

Yes, Canon UK is committed to creating a more inclusive and equitable culture where employees are valued and can thrive both personally and professionally.

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Canon

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1937
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Canon Inc., headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a leader in the fields of professional and consumer imaging equipment, industrial equipment and information systems. Canon’s extensive range of products includes production printers, multifunction office systems, inkjet and laser printers, cameras, video and cinematography equipment, network cameras, medical systems and semiconductor-manufacturing equipment. Originally established in 1937 as Precision Optical Industry, Co., Ltd., a camera manufacturer, Canon has successfully diversified and globalized to become a worldwide industry leader in professional and consumer imaging systems and solutions. With approximately 180,000 employees worldwide, the Canon Group includes manufacturing and marketing subsidiaries in Japan, the Americas, Europe, Asia and Oceania; and a global R&D network with companies based in the United States, Europe, Asia and Australia.