Senior Commercial and Technology Lawyer

Job title:

Senior Commercial and Technology Lawyer

Company

Barclays

Job description

The following apply button and save job button is for a sticky navigation bar. As such this is duplicated for presentation purposes. Save for LaterBirmingham, England Save for LaterDate live: Aug. 29, 2024Business Area: LegalArea of Expertise: LegalReference Code: JR-0000005287Contract: PermanentWhere will you be located?Take a look at the map to see what’s nearby. Train stations & bus stops, gyms, restaurants and more.Join us as a Senior Commercial and Technology lawyer at Barclays where you will be part of our Global Commercial, Innovation and Technology (CIT) Legal team that provides a range of legal services and advice across the Barclays Group at the cutting edge of law, innovation and regulation.You will expertly advise on a range of commercial and technology agreement work-types – supplier, client and partner facing, including regulatory aspects, partnering with a variety of stakeholders including Barclays’ Procurement and Technology teams and front-line business teams. You will need to be a dynamic, senior qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or similar in the UK or another comparable jurisdiction), used to working independently, with relevant post-qualification experience (in-house and/or private practice) and strong technical knowledge of and expertise in general commercial/technology agreements, including experience in negotiating and advising on these agreements – for example, software licences, hardware and software maintenance, SaaS and cloud services, sponsorship, professional services, data and index licensing and PoCs. (Experience in advising on these types of agreements as related to the financial services industry context will be an advantage but is not essential).This role can be based in any of our Birmingham, Manchester or Glasgow offices, currently on a hybrid basis. CIT values innovation and having a growth mindset and we have a supportive and inclusive culture that is designed to balance personal and professional demands and to bring the best out of our people.You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as legal practices, change and transformation, business acumen and strategic thinking as well as job-specific technical skills.Purpose of the roleTo ensure that the commercial, innovation, technology, real estate, sponsorship, data licensing and service activities (CIT Areas) are conducted in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and reputational risks associated with these activities.ÂAccountabilities

• Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance.
• Legal advice and support to the business on CIT Areas, including regulatory advice and advocacy, innovation and technology strategy, and contract drafting, review and negotiation.
• Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to CIT Areas, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations.
• Creation and review of legal documents including agreements and licenses for commercial services, technology, software, data, real estate, and sponsorship and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank across the CIT Areas.
• Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the CIT Areas.
• Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls.

Vice President Expectations

• Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment.
• Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does.
• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies.
• Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes.
• Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.More about working at BarclaysWorking in UKBarclays offices across the UK are designed to be places where our people can come together to do their best work, surrounded by excellent facilities for both work and leisure. These are warm, diverse, supportive communities in some of the UK’s best locations, where everyone can thrive.Hybrid WorkingAt Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.Reasonable AdjustmentsBarclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please reviewWorking FlexiblyWe’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business.Providing the opportunity for all our employees, globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers’ and clients’ needs. Whether you have family commitments or you’re a Carer, or whether you need study time or wish to pursue personal interests, our approach to working flexibly is designed to help you balance your life. If you would like some flexibility then please discuss this with the hiring manager.How to ApplyWe’re committed to providing a supportive and simplified experience for our candidates throughout the application and assessment process. Here, you will find information about what to expect and some guidance around your assessment and interview.While the application process depends on the role, there are some constant steps, which are;Step 1 – Your application
Step 2 – Your assessment
Step 3 – Your interview
Step 4 – Next stepsWe aim to create an inclusive work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. If you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please click to learn more.Find out more informationDiversity & InclusionBarclays offers a diverse, inclusive and engaged culture. A place where people can bring their whole selves to work and be respected for who they are, valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community.
We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.Right to workBarclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.Share jobThe Barclays WayThis is the spirit of Barclays. It’s why we exist, what we believe and how we behave. But most importantly, it’s how we make decisions, take action and get things done.PurposeWorking together for a better financial future.ValuesWe believe great talent RISES. It acts with Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship.MindsetWe discover our full potential through our desire to Empower, Challenge and Drive each other.

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Location

Birmingham

Job date

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:28:35 GMT

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