Interim Legal Counsel (12 month FTC)
Legal · Southampton · Benefex Limited Southampton GBP 60,000 - 80,000 Who are Benefex? We are a fast-moving technology company, and
one of the most successful providers of online reward and benefits solutions in the UK.
We believe no one comes to work to do a bad job or be actively disengaged, and that technology is instrumental in
providing an exceptional employee experience.
We are striving to create seamless but tangible interactions between employers and employees,
making work a rewarding place for every single one of us.
To help us on our quest to be the best,
we need brilliant people
on board and that’s where you come in. Why should you apply? Impact:
support on two acquisitions that will accelerate Benefex's growth journey Autonomy:
take ownership of key workstreams and projects Top 10 Employer, Sunday Times Best Places to Work Awards Work for a
profitable, fast-growing market leader
in the online reward and benefits space Note:
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship and require candidates to be based in the UK or Ireland for this position. Flexible work – choose a working setup that works for you, our only ask is that you must be based in the UK or Ireland. Your birthday off Healthcare cash plan to cover the costs of day-to-day healthcare Employee Assistance Plan 24/7 365 support Income Protection (75%) and life assurance (4x salary) Enhanced parental leave package - 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave £50 monthly allowance to spend on whatever takes your fancy, your very own Benefex card will be topped up at the start of each month! Role Overview We are seeking an experienced
Interim Legal Counsel
to join our in-house legal team to assist with all legal aspects of two recent acquisitions. You will primarily focus on the contract reviews and contract migrations. This will require working with multiple stakeholders and customers to negotiate contracts and mitigate legal risks to ensure the successful integration of the newly acquired companies. Workload dependent, you may also help with BAU work or other projects. Responsibilities Contract Review Project:
Lead and manage a comprehensive review of customer contracts to identify and address potential legal and contractual implications arising from the integration. Customer Contractual Migration:
Oversee the smooth migration of customer contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Legal Advice:
Provide timely and accurate legal advice on a range of matters, including data privacy, intellectual property, and general commercial and corporate law. Contract Negotiation:
Assist in the negotiation and drafting of various commercial agreements, such as customer contracts and partnership agreements. Risk Mitigation:
Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with the integration process. Collaboration:
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business development, operations, and finance, to ensure alignment on legal matters. What are we looking for? Fully qualified lawyer Proven experience in
Commercial law areas Proven
in-house legal experience , ideally working for a
SaaS or tech company Extensive knowledge of contract review and negotiation Proven
project management skills , owning workstreams, managing stakeholders, providing project updates Excellent
attention to detail
for the contract review work Pragmatic , solution-focused and able to provide pragmatic advice. Autonomous , able to own their own workload and work at pace No ego,
willing to undertake all levels of work. Agile , able to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Even if you don't meet all of the requirements for this role, we encourage you to apply! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow. Hiring Process: Initial informal call with the Talent team - 30 min Take home assignment Interview with the hiring manager and a member of the team - 60 min Final interview with the Director - 30 min We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during the recruitment process, please let us know with your application.
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Legal · Southampton · Benefex Limited Southampton GBP 60,000 - 80,000 Who are Benefex? We are a fast-moving technology company, and
one of the most successful providers of online reward and benefits solutions in the UK.
We believe no one comes to work to do a bad job or be actively disengaged, and that technology is instrumental in
providing an exceptional employee experience.
We are striving to create seamless but tangible interactions between employers and employees,
making work a rewarding place for every single one of us.
To help us on our quest to be the best,
we need brilliant people
on board and that’s where you come in. Why should you apply? Impact:
support on two acquisitions that will accelerate Benefex's growth journey Autonomy:
take ownership of key workstreams and projects Top 10 Employer, Sunday Times Best Places to Work Awards Work for a
profitable, fast-growing market leader
in the online reward and benefits space Note:
We are unable to offer visa sponsorship and require candidates to be based in the UK or Ireland for this position. Flexible work – choose a working setup that works for you, our only ask is that you must be based in the UK or Ireland. Your birthday off Healthcare cash plan to cover the costs of day-to-day healthcare Employee Assistance Plan 24/7 365 support Income Protection (75%) and life assurance (4x salary) Enhanced parental leave package - 26 weeks fully paid maternity leave and 4 weeks fully paid paternity leave £50 monthly allowance to spend on whatever takes your fancy, your very own Benefex card will be topped up at the start of each month! Role Overview We are seeking an experienced
Interim Legal Counsel
to join our in-house legal team to assist with all legal aspects of two recent acquisitions. You will primarily focus on the contract reviews and contract migrations. This will require working with multiple stakeholders and customers to negotiate contracts and mitigate legal risks to ensure the successful integration of the newly acquired companies. Workload dependent, you may also help with BAU work or other projects. Responsibilities Contract Review Project:
Lead and manage a comprehensive review of customer contracts to identify and address potential legal and contractual implications arising from the integration. Customer Contractual Migration:
Oversee the smooth migration of customer contracts, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements. Legal Advice:
Provide timely and accurate legal advice on a range of matters, including data privacy, intellectual property, and general commercial and corporate law. Contract Negotiation:
Assist in the negotiation and drafting of various commercial agreements, such as customer contracts and partnership agreements. Risk Mitigation:
Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with the integration process. Collaboration:
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including business development, operations, and finance, to ensure alignment on legal matters. What are we looking for? Fully qualified lawyer Proven experience in
Commercial law areas Proven
in-house legal experience , ideally working for a
SaaS or tech company Extensive knowledge of contract review and negotiation Proven
project management skills , owning workstreams, managing stakeholders, providing project updates Excellent
attention to detail
for the contract review work Pragmatic , solution-focused and able to provide pragmatic advice. Autonomous , able to own their own workload and work at pace No ego,
willing to undertake all levels of work. Agile , able to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Even if you don't meet all of the requirements for this role, we encourage you to apply! We are looking for talented and passionate individuals who are eager to learn and grow. Hiring Process: Initial informal call with the Talent team - 30 min Take home assignment Interview with the hiring manager and a member of the team - 60 min Final interview with the Director - 30 min We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected. We believe that diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments at any stage during the recruitment process, please let us know with your application.
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