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Legal Counsel

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Travelex

Jan 22

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You should be a qualified UK lawyer (3+ years PQE) with commercial contract experience, strong communication skills, and a self-motivated, team-oriented approach.
  • You will review and negotiate contracts, assist with agreements, manage disputes, ensure compliance, and maintain legal precedents while supporting various teams.

Requirements

  • A commercially orientated junior-mid level lawyer, ideally with experience in some or all of the following: general commercial contracts including outsourcing services, SaaS services, real estate leases, licences and retail space concession agreements, IT/IP, and data protection.
  • Qualified UK lawyer, 3+ years PQE with strong cooperative skills who enjoys working closely within a team.
  • From a major law firm or current in-house role - previous in-house or client secondment experience desirable but not required.
  • Experience in a broad range of commercial contract work, including retail agreements/concessions, supply, outsourcing, agency, information technology/online retailing.
  • A self-motivated, hard worker with the ability to manage a varied and high volume workload and who can be relied upon to meet deadlines.
  • A highly effective communicator, you will be able to:
  • explain complex legal concepts to all levels of the business, including senior management;
  • have an inquisitive, proactive and assertive approach; and
  • communicate in an honest and engaging style to leave a positive impression.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the review and negotiation of a range of material commercial customer contracts including customer outsourcing agreements (e.g. where Travelex provides foreign exchange services that are ‘white-labelled’, on behalf of the customer), and real estate leases, licences and concession agreements for our stores.
  • Assisting our wholesale banknotes business with the negotiation of customer and banknote supply agreements, leveraging our bank of precedents.
  • Reviewing, drafting and negotiating supply agreements, including agreements for SaaS solutions and software licencing, cash in transit providers, and generally supporting the Procurement Team and supplier onboarding process at Travelex.
  • General in-house lawyer functions, including dispute resolution, IP, IT, some competition law, partner and customer communications and data protection issues.
  • Keeping abreast of legislative developments and their potential impact on the business.
  • Managing and contributing to team precedents, know-how and development.

FAQs

What is the duration of the Legal Counsel position?

The position is for a six-month fixed term, with the possibility of a further three-month extension.

Where is the Legal Counsel role located?

The role is located in London.

What level of experience is required for this position?

The ideal candidate should be a junior-mid level lawyer with at least 3 years PQE.

What types of legal experience are preferred for the candidate?

Experience in general commercial contracts, outsourcing services, SaaS services, real estate leases, licences, retail space concession agreements, IT/IP, and data protection is preferred.

Who will the Legal Counsel report to?

The Legal Counsel will report to the Head of Legal.

Is previous in-house experience necessary for this role?

Previous in-house or client secondment experience is desirable but not required.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Legal Counsel?

Responsibilities include supporting the review and negotiation of various commercial contracts, assisting with supply agreements, general in-house legal functions, keeping abreast of legislative developments, and managing team precedents.

What qualities are important for a candidate applying for this position?

A candidate should have a commercial and business-focused approach, strong cooperative skills, self-motivation, the ability to manage a varied workload, and effective communication skills.

Are there opportunities for growth within the legal team at Travelex?

Yes, the position offers the chance to work within a strong legal team and gain valuable experience across various legal aspects of the business.

Is Travelex an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Travelex values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on various grounds including race, religion, gender, and more.

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Travelex

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1976
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Travelex is a leading global foreign exchange specialist, providing currency exchange services and international payment solutions. Operating through a network of stores, ATMs, and online platforms, Travelex caters to both individual travellers and businesses. Their goal is to simplify the complexities of foreign exchange, ensuring customers have convenient access to currency services worldwide. Travelex is dedicated to delivering exceptional service, competitive rates, and innovative solutions, making international travel and transactions seamless and efficient.