Managing Associate Technology & Outsourcing
16 days ago
Leeds
Managing Associate - Technology & Outsourcing Location: Leeds Salary: Extensive Benefits Experience required: 3 Years PQE Are you a commercially astute lawyer ready to take your career to the next level Join an award-winning Commercial team in Leeds seeking a talented Associate who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to lead on complex large-scale transactions. Our client a nationally recognised law firm with a Tier 1-ranked national practice is seeking a Commercial Lawyer with experience in IT/Technology and Outsourcing. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute directly to the delivery of complex high-value commercial and technology projects advising on medium to large-scale transactions across various sectors where digitalisation outsourcing and regulatory change converge. If youre an experienced Commercial lawyer with 3 years PQE looking to drive significant high-impact work and become a trusted advisor for sophisticated clients this could be your perfect next move. About the Role As a Managing Associate in the Technology & Outsourcing team youll be part of a high-performing cohesive national group working on some of the largest and most complex deals in the market. The Leeds team is led by six Partners and offers excellent prospects for career development secondments and cross-border work. Your responsibilities will include: • Advising across a broad range of commercial matters in sectors such as:, • Retail & consumer, • Financial services, • Advanced manufacturing, • Technology, • Healthcare, • Leading projects and managing your own workload with confidence and precision, • Working on technology transformation projects and digital initiatives, • Handling cloud and SaaS arrangements, • Managing IT outsourcing transactions, • Advising on business process outsourcing, • Supporting facilities management outsourcing projects, • Drafting and negotiating IT licences and commercial contracts, • Building deep client relationships with private and public sector organisations, • Mentoring junior team members and helping shape the future of the group, • Taking on increasing responsibility with clear pathways for career progression What Were Looking For Essential Requirements: • Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years post-qualification experience in private practice or in-house, • Strong technical analytical and project management skills, • Commercial mindset with a pragmatic solutions-driven approach, • Proven ability to deliver tailored robust advice supporting internal and external stakeholders, • Track record of strong financial performance and client satisfaction, • Experience in IT/Technology and Outsourcing matters, • Ability to manage own workload effectively, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Sector experience in retail & consumer financial services advanced manufacturing technology or healthcare, • Experience with digital transformation projects, • Knowledge of cloud computing and SaaS arrangements, • Understanding of regulatory frameworks affecting technology transactions, • Experience mentoring junior lawyers Exceptional Benefits Package Financial Rewards: • Competitive salary ( dependent on experience), • Performance-related bonuses, • Comprehensive pension scheme, • Excellent prospects for career development, • Opportunities for secondments, • Cross-border work opportunities, • Mentoring and coaching programmes, • Continuous professional development support, • Flexible working arrangements, • Hybrid working options, • Generous annual leave, • Family-friendly policies, • Supportive and collegiate environment, • Culture of improvement growth and collaboration, • Diverse and inclusive workplace, • Employee networks celebrating diversity, • Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another Location & Working Arrangements Based: Leeds office Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements National Reach: Part of a national team working across multiple UK offices About Our Client Our client is a leading international law firm known for more than just technical excellence. They are trusted advisers who understand their clients sectors ambitions and challenges. Their deep sector knowledge and long-term investment in relationships make them the go-to firm for FTSE 100 and equivalent clients across their chosen sectors. The Commercial team is nationally ranked in Tier 1 for IT with an enviable client base across private and public sector respect of digital transformation projects the team handles some of the largest most complex deals in the market. Core Values: • Technical excellence, • Sector expertise, • Long-term client relationships, • Diversity and inclusion, • Continuous improvement and innovation Ready to Take the Next Step If youre a commercially astute lawyer ready to work on high-impact technology and outsourcing transactions in a collaborative high-performing environment wed love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact: Lee Hawthorne-Finch 0 or ___