Legal Counsel

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Introduction Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in over 145 countries and regions, it has a proven track record of nurturing and developing innovations, combining the talents of its global network of leadership brands to develop impactful and integrated growth solutions for clients. Dentsu delivers end-to-end experience transformation (EX) by integrating its services across Media, CXM and Creative, while its business transformation (BX) mindset pushes the boundaries of transformation and sustainable growth for brands, people, and society. Job Description We’re looking for a talented and commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our close-knit team on a 12-month fixed term contract based out of the Manchester / Leeds area. The purpose of this role is to provide legal advice to stakeholders at various levels of the organisation and manage legal contract work across dentsu’s business areas. Key Responsibilities
Draft, review, negotiate and advise on commercial agreements across a variety of areas with both clients and suppliers Provide support to business teams in contract negotiations with clients and suppliers. This includes being able to efficiently provide a risk assessment of proposed contracts, clearly distinguishing between critical and less critical risk. Advise in connection with contract interpretation, initial dispute resolution and overall negotiation strategy Support in relation to development and deployment of commercial initiatives and new supplier arrangements Experience advising on contract law, intellectual property, and data protection
Qualifications + Skills
Qualified lawyer with several years PQE as a guide Strong background in commercial contract review, drafting, and negotiation Commercially minded, pragmatic, solutions-focused and able to communicate clearly Operates with a high level of autonomy, ownership, organisation and follow-through Highly collaborative and relationships-oriented with strong interpersonal skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Values being part of a close-knit team
What We Offer
This is a 12-month fixed term contract role The team is based out of our Manchester and Leeds offices, with 4 days a week working from home, and 1 day a week alternating between each office. As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a benefits package that you can tailor to your needs.
Inclusion and Diversity At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@dentsu.com, quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience. Location Manchester - Bonded Warehouse Brand Dentsu Time Type Full time Contract Type Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term) #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Manchester
Job Type:
FullTime

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