Legal Counsel

Datalex; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in e-commerce solutions based in the UK seeks a qualified legal professional to provide expert legal advice on software delivery and e-commerce issues. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and advising internal teams on regulatory matters. The ideal candidate has at least five years of PQE, experience in the technology sector, and excellent communication skills. Fluency in English is required, along with the ability to manage projects effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ PQE.
• Experience in technology sector including software and e-commerce.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on software delivery and e-commerce.
• Draft and negotiate various complex commercial contracts.
• Support General Counsel in negotiations with customers and vendors.
• Implement best practices for legal agreements.

Skills

Legal advice

Contract negotiation

Compliance knowledge

Communication skills

Project management

Adaptability

Customer focus

Education

Qualified lawyer (solicitor/barrister/lawyer)

Job description

Responsibilities of the role:

• Leading discussions and providing expert advice to in‑house teams on legal matters in software delivery and e‑commerce, including data protection and privacy.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of complex commercial contracts, including master services agreements, statements of work, licence agreements, customer agreements, IT agreements, leases, non‑disclosure agreements, consulting/contractor agreements and other cloud‑related work.
• Supporting the General Counsel on ongoing communications and negotiations with customers and vendors.
• Supporting the delivery of internal training to the executive leadership team on adherence to industry regulations.
• Establishing best‑in‑class processes for the administration of commercial contracts and legal agreements.
• Managing liaison with regulators and leading initiatives to implement and maintain necessary licences and registrations.
• Ensuring compliance with applicable regulations, including required record‑keeping and reporting.

Required skills and experience:

• Minimum of five years’ PQE.
• Qualified lawyer (solicitor/barrister/lawyer) within the EU, UK, or another relevant jurisdiction.
• Experience working in the technology sector across software, internet, e‑commerce, privacy and marketing issues.
• Able to provide accurate, high‑quality yet practical and concise legal advice.
• Proven experience in the drafting and negotiation of commercial contracts.
• Experience working with international vendors and partners.
• Corporate experience not expected but desirable.
• Knowledge of the airline industry is highly advantageous.
• Superior communication skills and the ability to relay critical information to commercial and technology stakeholders.
• Fluency in English.
• Self‑disciplined, highly organised, and able to work without supervision; able to prioritise workload to meet deadlines with strong project‑management skills.
• Flexible and adaptable in a changing and challenging environment.
• Excellent customer‑focus skills, both internal and external.
• Comfortable working with a multi‑site team based around Europe.

About Datalex

Datalex is a market leader in airline e‑commerce solutions. Datalex's Stellex product suite, launched in 2024, gives airlines the tools they need to drive revenue and profit as digital retailers. Datalex has a strong track record working with some of the most innovative airline brands worldwide, such as Air China, Air Macau, Air Transat, Aer Lingus, easyJet, and Edelweiss. The Group is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and maintains offices across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Learn more at www.datalex.com