GlobalData is a specialist information services business on a mission to help our clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Using our unique data, expert analysis and innovative solutions we deliver intelligence on the world’s largest industries for companies, government organisations and industry professionals.
We began our journey in 2016, by combining a diverse range of specialist information services companies, with decades of trusted customer relationships and deep sector specialisms. Today, we operate as a single company and one fully integrated platform, with more than 3,500 colleagues worldwide, across 20+ industries, delivering value for over 5,000 customers.
Why join GlobalData?
GlobalData is at a pivotal point in its growth journey. Following multiple acquisitions and having recently received transformational investment we need curious, ambitious, courageous people to support us in achieving our vision of becoming the world’s trusted source of strategic industry intelligence.
Our big ambitions mean that life at GlobalData is fast paced, entrepreneurial and rewarding. We recognise the collective power of our people, and it’s the collaboration of our teams that have shaped our success and will continue to do so in the future.
The role and what you will be doing…
As Legal Counsel, you will report into head of legal and take on a generalist in-house role, with a heavy focus on client commercial contracting. You will support the Group on all domestic and international legal matters. You will partner with key stakeholders in the business to provide legal support and advice to achieve resolution of legal issues in the group’s best interests.
You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with head of legal and the Group’s wider corporate governance team and develop and maintain global legal policies, templates and training materials to ensure awareness of legal processes and compliance across the Group.
What we’re looking for…
Most importantly, you will have a can-do attitude, be able to utilise the majority of your time by working self-autonomously, have the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders in the business and “fit in” with the culture of the Group which we pride ourselves on. You will also have strong academics and training from a law firm or in house. You will have experience working in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines, and aligning legal strategy with business objectives in accordance with the Group’s risk appetite while mitigating risk.
The role is ideal for a qualified UK lawyer wanting to join a growing team and taking ownership of legal matters at an early stage.
Required skills:
Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with a valid practicing certificate.
Strong background in commercial law, intellectual property and data protection. Experience in litigation is ideal but not essential.
Demonstrable commercial acumen.
Understanding of legal risk and how to manage it within a business.
Ability to assess legal risk in a commercial context and offer pragmatic solutions.
Confident communicator with the gravitas to advise senior stakeholders and liaise with external lawyers.
Ability to translate complex legal issues into easily comprehensible information for the benefit of key internal stakeholders and to provide advice and suitable recommendations.
Ability to manage competing priorities across time zones and working collaboratively in a fast-moving, sales driven, organisation.
Strong drafting ability, eye for detail and negotiating skills.
Ability to build and sustain relationships and influence at all levels across the Group.
Strong emphasis on working to deadlines and to maintain stable performance under pressure.
Ability to establish creditability throughout the whole organisation.
Desirable skills:
A positive attitude, a willingness to meet deadlines and fit in with the culture of the group. We are a fast-paced organisation but very supportive of one another and would very much like to maintain this culture.
Background in commercial contracts, intellectual property and data protection in various jurisdictions (although this is not necessary).
Experience in a well-regarded private practice or in-house team.
Up to date knowledge of legal issues most likely to impact on the Group.
Strong academic record.
Experience in a multinational company or working with overseas subsidiaries.
In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit careers.globaldata.com
GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
