About UsSophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions that defeat cyberattacks, including Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and incident response services and a broad portfolio of endpoint, network, email, and cloud security technologies. As one of the largest pure-play cybersecurity providers, Sophos defends more than 600,000 organizations and more than 100 million users worldwide from active adversaries, ransomware, phishing, malware, and more. Sophos provides cybersecurity-as-a-service to organizations needing fully managed security solutions. More information is available at www.sophos.com.Role SummaryAs Senior Legal Counsel in the commercial legal team at Sophos, you will provide expert and timely legal guidance to the business on a wide range of commercial matters. This role demands a proactive, solution-driven expert with business acumen who can think through a problem and advise in clear and succinct language.What You Will DoForm a key part of a dynamic global commercial legal team providing legal support and advice to a growing cyber security business.Negotiate a wide variety of supplier, customer, and channel agreements in jurisdictions globally, leveraging your legal knowledge and bringing an astute commercial approach.Advise on legal risk on new and ongoing business projects and go-to-market offerings.Manage a wide variety of internal customer queries using our Jira ticket system, prioritizing according to business need.Draft bespoke contracts to deal with commercial issues pragmatically.Establish and maintain relationships with different parts of the business to understand Sophos’ business needs.Identify areas for business improvement and work to improve processes.Engage in team meetings, thriving on healthy debate in an atmosphere where we all strive to learn from each other.What You Will BringYou will be a qualified solicitor with a clean, current, practising certificate.You will have a minimum of 8 years of commercial legal experience, with at least 5 years in an in-house counsel role, ideally in an IT environment.You will be a team player with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Expertise in contract law and commercial transactions with attention to detail and a business mindset.Strong negotiation and communication skills coupled with a risk-based, pragmatic approach.An ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.Strong analytical skills and solution-oriented.Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.Also DesirableGerman language skills.Experience dealing with public sector contracts and tender processes.Data privacy experience.Ready to Join Us?At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement.What's Great About Sophos?Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees.Our people innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit.Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy.Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities.Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint.Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp.Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge.Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing.Our Commitment To YouWe’re proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we’re committed to ensuring equality of opportunity.Data ProtectionIf you choose to explore an opportunity, and subsequently share your CV or other personal details with Sophos, these details will be held by Sophos for 12 months in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
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