About Codestone
For over 25 years, the Codestone Group has consistently pioneered modern ERP, EPM, BI & Analytics, and cloud IT solutions. Today, it is equity backed by FPE Capital and is recognised as the #1 SAP ERP partner in the UK and EMEA North as well as Platinum CCH Tagetik partner and Gold Microsoft partner.
Codestone is also amongst the Top 50 UK Managed Services Providers, offering 700+ and growing customers 24x7x365 technical, solution, cloud hosting and security services.
Why Join Us?
We’ve got big ambitions for you and the future of our organisation. These are embodied in our Inspire – Transform – Achieve mantra that drives every conversation we have and every decision we make. We want our team members to fully embrace this mantra and work hard while having fun. We value every member of our team, their diversity, and the contribution that they make. When we say you’re welcome at Codestone, we really mean it. #lovewhatyoudo
About the role
As Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in providing legal support across our operations. Your skills and experience will be crucial in supporting a broad range of legal matters, including customer and other commercial arrangements, advising on compliance matters, dispute resolution/litigation and mitigating legal risks.
This position reports directly to our Head of Legal and this is an excellent opportunity to develop your legal expertise in a fast-paced, innovative environment, working closely with teams across a dynamic and fast-growing tech business.
Your Responsibilities will include:
1. Commercial Arrangements: Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of technology related contracts, including reseller agreements, SaaS agreements, and IT services agreements.
2. Compliance Support: Assist with ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including data privacy and data protection laws.
3. Risk Mitigation: Identify and assess potential legal risks, providing solutions-oriented advice to stakeholders to mitigate risks.
4. Corporate Governance: Support the legal team in maintaining corporate governance records and documentation.
5. Legal Research: Conduct research on relevant laws, regulations, and case law to support business decisions.
6. Policy Development: Assist in drafting and implementing internal legal and compliance policies.
7. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with other teams, including Sales, HR, Finance, and Operations, to ensure legal compliance.
8. Dispute Resolution: Support the management of legal disputes and liaise with external counsel when required.
Key Competencies:
Attention to Detail
Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in reviewing legal documents and contracts.
Critical and Creative Thinking
Analyses complex legal issues and develops practical and pragmatic business-oriented solutions.
Communication and Influence
Clearly conveys legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders and builds trust through persuasive communication.
Independent Problem Solving and Ownership
Ability to work independently, take ownership of and effectively resolve problems.
Team Player
Works collaboratively with others and responds effectively to sales and management teams.
Time Management and Prioritisation
Effectively manages multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ethical Judgment and Integrity
Upholds professional ethics, confidentiality, and sound decision-making.
Adaptability and Resilience
Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and maintains composure under pressure.
Experience Required:
1. Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction).
2. 1+ years post-qualification experience in commercial, corporate, or technology law.
3. Solid experience in general commercial contracts.
4. Excellent communication, negotiation and drafting skills.
5. Experience in a fast-paced environment (in-house or private practice) and supporting technology transactions is advantageous.
About the Benefits
25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays) (rising by 1 day after 2 years’ service to a maximum of 28 days)
Contributory company pension scheme
A volunteering day each year to support your local community
Hybrid working policy
Training, learning & development opportunities (customer specific and general courses)
Casual dress code
Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Recruitment and customer bonus referral scheme
Annual company events because we are 'better together'
Employee wellbeing programme
Life assurance x 3
Healthcare cash plan
Employee Assist Programme
Virtual GP
Extended maternity and paternity leave
Staff perks
And many more!
Sounds good? If you’re interested in starting or continuing your career journey with Codestone, simply apply on this link.
At Codestone, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We believe that diversity enriches our work environment, fosters innovation, and drives better outcomes for our customers and communities.
We are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for employment and advancement to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
As part of our commitment to employee well-being and personal development, we guide our inspire, transform and achieve values with the acronym 'THRIVE', which promotes Talent, Hearts, Responsibility, Innovation, Values and Excellence. Through initiatives like Thrive, we create a supportive environment where employees can thrive personally and professionally.
This commitment to equal opportunities and inclusion is integral to our mission and values, and we are dedicated to upholding it in everything we do.
If you are a person with disabilities and require reasonable adjustments to be made to make your application or to attend interview, please contact recruitment@codestone.com
Hybrid, Poole / Basingstoke / London, UK
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