s1jobs, Townhead, Scotland, United Kingdom

Deputy Managing Lawyer, Helix

Department/Division: Commercial, Helix
Duration: Permanent
Location: Remote
Type of Role: Commercial Deputy Managing Lawyer
Reference number: 9103

Responsibilities

You will lead a team of skilled individuals to deliver the full spectrum of commercial contract requirements for our client. This will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts as well as providing advice on contract or other queries. Through newly established ways of working, including an increased emphasis on technological solutions, you will support your team in taking full ownership for contracts, giving greater control than is available in traditional private practice teams. Our approach is to create a supportive environment by working collaboratively as part of a team whilst also encouraging team members to manage tasks and time professionally.

• Become the key contact and build a close working relationship with the Client.
• Allocate incoming legal work from the client to team members.
• Supervise and manage team capacity, quality and availability.
• Set and manage personal objectives with your team.
• Input to financial and operational reporting.
• Work closely with clients to manage work allocation across the in‑house and Dentons teams.
• Attend key client and internal meetings.
• Facilitate quoting for certain work types.
• Provide onboarding training to new members of the team.
• Support the development and update of precedents and playbooks.
• Input to and support improvement initiatives across legal, technology and operations work‑streams.
• Advise and work on commercial contracts and client legal queries.

Required Experience, Skills, And Attributes

• Candidates who are qualified solicitors.
• Solid academic record, including a degree or equivalent.
• Experience working on general commercial contracts.
• Experience working on media contracts.
• Experience managing the time and workload of others.
• Technology awareness.
• Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired.
• Proficient drafting skills and legal research ability.

Personal Attributes

• Dedicated to high‑quality client service.
• Proficient problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, coupled with good business awareness.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrate initiative and drive.
• Skilled leader, works well with others, and collaborative.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Capability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to tight timelines.
• Methodical approach to work with a strong focus on accuracy.

Firm Profile

Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose‑driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours. During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.

How to Apply

• NO AGENCIES PLEASE – If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via e‑mail.
• If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com.
• Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting