In-house Solicitor (1-3 years PQE) - Business Assurance job in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Brodies

At Brodies LLP, we value and respect all colleagues as individuals. As a UK law firm headquartered in Scotland, we believe that the experiences and perspectives of a diverse workforce that reflects our communities, and the clients we serve, allows us to see the world through many lenses. As the largest firm in our jurisdiction measured by income, directory rankings, and lawyer numbers, the progress we continue to make is testament to the commitment of our colleagues. In the last three years, our firm's revenue has grown by 20%, and we have welcomed almost 100 new colleagues. Today, we have more than 800 colleagues and offices in Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Inverness, London, Abu Dhabi and Brussels. We combine our colleagues' expertise in all business areas, to deliver Enlightened Thinking - new knowledge and new legal possibilities - uniquely suited to our Scottish, UK and international clients. JOB TITLE In-house Solicitor (1-3 years PQE) - Business Assurance Based in Edinburgh (flexibility available) REPORTING TO Fiona Beal (In-house Counsel) JOB PURPOSE We currently have an exciting opportunity for a junior solicitor to join our in-house legal team (part of the firm's wider Business Assurance function). You will work on a wide range of in-house matters including commercial contracts, regulatory issues, legal practice and risk management. The in-house function also supports our Abu Dhabi office. You will work closely with In-house Counsel, the Head of Business Assurance and other colleagues in the Business Assurance team. The work is varied and you will have the opportunity to work with different colleagues across the firm including lawyers and business services colleagues, as well as liaising with third parties such as regulators, external clients and suppliers. You will have 1 - 3 years' experience in legal regulation and general commercial contracts work. Experience in risk management and data protection is desirable. Additional training will be provided as required. CORE TASKS With the appropriate level of supervision and guidance you can expect to be involved in the following: Regulatory matters (ensuring compliance with Law Society of Scotland and SRA requirements) Keeping abreast of changes to law and regulation and supporting the business to make the necessary changes to comply Legal practice (how we "do" law); supporting business improvement initiatives Risk management; supporting risk management committee Drafting and amending policies and procedures Working with the Internal Business Assurance team (quality assurance, internal audit) Legal research Client engagement and experience generally Reviewing and negotiating client contracts; supporting Bids team Reviewing and negotiating supplier contracts (supporting the Procurement Manager) Claims and complaints Data protection Training - inputting into firm-wide programme; developing and delivering regulatory awareness and training programmes Supporting the Abu Dhabi office in the above (as applicable) PERSON SPECIFICATION Interest and enthusiasm for in-house work within a law firm and want to have a wider understanding of the practices, commercial drivers, and business needs of all areas of our business (both legal services and business services) so that you can better serve our internal clients Able to take a pragmatic and commercial approach to their work Quick learner and with an enquiring mind; takes personal responsibility to learn on the job and keep knowledge up to date Understands internal clients' needs and can tailor advice appropriately Ability to communicate clearly and confidently, adapting style appropriately to audience Excellent attention to detail Be adaptable in order to work with different people in the team Ability to develop strong and trusted working relationships at all levels Strong drafting and written communication skills Ability to deal with competing priorities and meet deadlines Excellent knowledge of Brodies and the services it offers Be aware of Brodies' information security policies, and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference at all times Demonstrate the Brodies values at all times - Courage, Character, Care, Collegiate, Collaborative SKILLS Has strong drafting skills Demonstrates strong research skills Project management skills (desirable) Works in a logical manner Self-motivated and driven Prepared, organised and able to prioritise Commercial and profit focus
Employer:	Brodies
Contract:	Permanent
Hours:	Full Time
Qualification:	Not Specified
Sector:	Industry & Commerce
Role:	Legal Cashier

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