Lawyer

Job description

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to support this company's multiple industry and solution segments, focusing on the UK and Ireland region and with capability too to work across borders. He or she should be skilled and qualified to practice commercial and contracts law in this jurisdiction, however internationally qualified lawyers with appropriate qualifications and skills will also be considered. He or she should have five or more years Post Qualification experience.

The new appointee will have a range of responsibilities including being a trusted adviser to the company's applicable business leaders in the region. Key responsibilities will include negotiating, drafting and advising upon a variety of commercial arrangements, to include technology and consulting sales, support and other services contracts; software licensing, cloud and other new computing models (such as "internet of things" and cognitive computing), distribution arrangements, intellectual property, data protection, security including cyber security, as well as supporting other company projects as required. Experience in contracting with managed services, cloud and outsourcing type agreements and for the supply of IT hardware is desired. Regulatory and disputes handling experience will also be an asset.

This role is based in South Bank, London SE1
Salary: Competitive
Opening date: 31st July
Closing date: 30th August

Auto req ID

253843BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

General Lawyer
State / Province

LONDON, CITY OF
Primary job category

Legal
Company

(8660) IBM United Kingdom Limited
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

No Travel
IBM Business Group

CHQ/OTH
Preferred Education

Master's Degree
City / Township / Village

LONDON
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Successful applicants will be extremely bright and engaging, with demonstrable strong PQE in commercial and technology related agreements
·  Your experience and training must have been gained from working in a prestigious law firm or in a blue chip technology organisation
·  Relevant in house experience in a multi-national organisation is very desirable, although not a prerequisite. Moreover, your intellect, a collaborative, positive and enthusiastic approach and genuine passion for being part of the technology driven revolution will stand you in excellent stead for this super opportunity
·  A Bachelors Degree in Law or Graduate Diploma in Law is required
·  Qualified as a Solicitor / Attorney / Lawyer in England and Wales or another common law based or European Union jurisdiction
Country/Region

United Kingdom
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Relevant in house experience in a multi-national organisation
·  Experience in contracting with managed services, cloud and outsourcing type agreements and for the supply of IT hardware
Secondary Job Category

General Legal
Eligibility Requirements

Eligibility to work in the EU
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
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