<p><strong>In-House Employment Lawyer</strong></p><p><strong>Permanent role </strong></p><p><strong>Professional services firm </strong></p><p><strong>£120K - £127K + bonus</strong></p><p><strong>London (hybrid working)</strong></p><p>The role:</p><ul><li>Manage the standard senior level employment matters including, onboarding, departures, transfers, lateral hiring, responsible for facilitating the seamless process and all document sets for the countries where the company operates</li><li>Provide legal support with regard to the senior employee program including drafting templates and contract provisions, advising on legal issues, and conflicts of interest</li><li>Guide on restrictive covenants and employment protections by providing legal advice on the design and enforceability of non-competes, non-solicitation, confidentiality, and other restrictive covenants across multiple jurisdictions, balancing business needs with local legal frameworks</li><li>Support compensation governance by partnering with senior stakeholders and relevant committees to advise on compensation structures, profit-sharing, deferred compensation, equity programs, clawback policies, and ownership requirements that align with global partnership model</li><li>Support partner transactions and structural changes, including promotions, admissions, retirements, cross-border moves, and other events tied to the partner lifecycle</li><li>Advise on cross-border tax, securities, and regulatory considerations impacting partner compensation, mobility, and incentive structures</li><li>Draft, review, and update governance documentation related to partner compensation, policies, and partnership rules</li><li>Review and validate partner compensation inputs, calculations, and documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance</li><li>Advise on executive compensation issues arising in connection with mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and corporate restructuring</li><li>Support resolution of complex HR and employment legal issues (both internally and matters where it could interface with external parties)</li><li>Partner with other members of the Employment team on global projects</li><li>Contribute to developing and maintaining Legal Team intellectual property, including template forms, and other materials</li><li>Work with and direct external counsel as required</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned or required</li></ul><p>Requirements:</p><ul><li>Qualified employment lawyer, experienced in executive compensation, partnerships, with strategic and operational employment law expertise</li><li>8+ years PQE of practicing employment law</li><li>Prior in-house experience preferred within a complex international organization, preferably professional services, a large partnership or similar industry</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjcwMjM3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Quality Manager (ISO 9001 audit)</strong></p><p><strong>London - Hybrid working</strong></p><p><strong>£60K-£70K</strong></p><p><strong>The role:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the maintenance, implementation, and continuous improvement of the ISO 9001 QMS.</li><li>Collaborate with ISO Representatives to ensure obligations are met and documented.</li><li>Support with coordination of 6-monthly Management Reviews, preparing and collating input content/review materials, and tracking progress on outputs.</li><li>Review compliance frameworks, gap analyses, and risk registers to drive improvements.</li><li>Ensure resources for compliance with laws, regulations, and internal policies.</li><li>Partner with teams to resolve non-compliances and build awareness of compliance obligations.</li><li>Continuously monitor, report, and analyse compliance performance, data trends, and key risk indicators (KRIs) to proactively identify risks and improvement opportunities.</li><li>Support incident investigations and root cause analysis, embedding lessons learned into the management system and future practices.</li><li>Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring timely preparation, documentation, and follow-up actions to maintain ISO certifications.</li><li>Provide occasional input to data governance activities as needed.</li><li>Project Delivery Support</li><li>Lead the global internal ISO audits for business and project delivery.</li><li>Lead the global internal ISO audit programme for business and project delivery processes, identifying gaps and driving improvements.</li><li>Support function and project teams in adhering to established procedures and standards.</li><li>Deliver impactful training, awareness sessions, and inductions.</li><li>Coordinate Project Management Clinics, including scheduling, communications, securing speakers, and presenting on key topics.</li><li>Manage customer satisfaction surveys.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 5-8 years' experience in a senior quality management or compliance role, with a proven track record in leading management systems and driving continuous improvement.</li><li>Extensive experience developing, implementing, and managing ISO Management Systems, particularly ISO 9001 (Quality).</li><li>Knowledge of other ISO standards: ISO 14001, 37001, 45001, 50001.</li><li>Certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, with demonstrated ability to plan, conduct, and manage internal and external audits.</li><li>Expertise in audit readiness and lifecycle management, including corrective action tracking and embedding lessons learned.</li><li>Experience supporting or leading project management activities; formal qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Advanced knowledge of ISO standards, QMS, and compliance frameworks</li><li>Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills</li><li>Proven ability in process improvement, delivery assurance, and audit management</li><li>Analytical and detail-oriented, with expertise in data analysis and reporting</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjEzNDMwLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Contracts Manager / Senior Contracts Manager - Technology & Telecom Sectors</strong></p><p><strong>London, Hybrid</strong></p><p><strong>£55,000 - £80,000 depending on experience </strong></p><p>Are you an experienced contracts professional ready for your next challenge? Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Contracts Manager/Senior Contracts Manager</strong> with a proven background in the <strong>technology or telecommunications sectors</strong>. This is not a generic legal role-sector-specific experience is absolutely essential for success.</p><p><strong>About the Role:</strong><br /> As Contracts Manager/Senior Contracts Manager , you'll provide vital legal support across operational, sales, procurement, and management teams. You'll help shape our commercial success by ensuring all activity is underpinned by robust legal frameworks, tailored for the unique demands of the tech and telco environments.</p><p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p><ul><li>At least <strong>3 years' experience in contract management</strong> or commercial contracts roles <strong>within the technology or telecommunications sector</strong>-candidates without industry experience will not be considered</li><li>Demonstrable success negotiating and managing complex commercial contracts in tech/telco</li><li>Legal training (law degree, LPC, GDL) with understanding of English contract law and sector-relevant nuances</li><li>Deep familiarity with cross-border agreements and regulatory requirements affecting technology and telecom companies</li><li>Strong stakeholder management, written/verbal communication, and document drafting skills-with ability to convey legal issues in clear, business-friendly language</li><li>High proficiency in Office 365 and contract management software</li><li>Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Offer practical, commercial advice and guidance on contract terms, legal risks, and business decisions specific to the tech/telco industry</li><li>Review, amend, and negotiate a wide range of sector-relevant contracts (supplier, customer, software licenses, SaaS, reseller, and service agreements)</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Procurement, Compliance, and business stakeholders, with a distinct focus on technology or telco business objectives</li><li>Maintain contracts registers and management systems with accuracy and efficiency</li><li>On-board new suppliers and customers, ensuring sector compliance and best practices</li><li>Liaise with external counsel, particularly for cross-border agreements or specialist sector needs</li><li>Keep legal templates, policies, and documentation relevant for the evolving tech/telco landscape</li><li>Continuously suggest and implement improvements to enhance team effectiveness</li></ul><p><strong>Ready to Apply?</strong><br /> If you have the required legal and contract management experience <strong>specifically gained in the technology or telecommunications sectors</strong>, we want to hear from you!</p><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q2FsbHVtLlNhdW5kZXJzLjY2NzcxLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Legal Counsel (in-House)</strong></p><p><strong>Property development firm</strong></p><p><strong>£135K-£145K</strong></p><p><strong>London office (fully office based role)</strong></p><p>Main Duties:</p><p>▪ Draft and/or review leases, sale and purchase, development, planning, construction, consultant appointment, property management, financing and other agreements and tenancy documents.</p><p>▪ Handle and/or manage and advise on the Group's acquisition/disposal transactions, due diligence and title investigations, litigation proceedings, sale and leasing of properties, company secretarial and insurance matters.</p><p>▪ Advise and work closely with all business/control/support functions such as Projects, Cost Control, Marketing, Human Resources & Administration, Finance and Information Technology on legal issues arising from the Group's business and operations.</p><p>▪ Assist with the review, updating and implementation of company policies to ensure compliance of new legislation and regulations.</p><p>▪ Conduct legal research, advise and provide business units with updates and training on legal and statutory developments of relevance to the Group's businesses and operations.</p><p>▪ Ensure that legal risks are identified and advised to senior management in a timely manner.</p><p>▪ Deal and liaise with external parties including regulators and Governmental bodies.</p><p>▪ Manage disputes and control external legal resources in terms of cost and performance, including budgeting, negotiation and settlement of external lawyers' fees.</p><p>▪ Report to and work with the Group General Counsel on legal, company secretarial and risk management matters relating to the Group's businesses and operations in the UK.</p><p> </p><p>Qualifications, Essential skills & Attributes</p><p> </p><p>▪ Solicitor qualified in England and Wales</p><p>▪ Minimum 12 years post qualification experience in commercial property in the UK</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjgwNjk1LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an organisation who have been established for over 170 years based in <strong>Thame</strong> to recruit a <strong>Legal Cashier</strong>. The Legal Cashier will receive a salary of up to <strong>£40,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working!</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Ensuring compliance with the Solicitors' Accounts Rules</li><li>Processing all client and office account transactions including using online banking facilities, transferring funds between accounts, making electronic payments and recording receipts</li><li>Carrying out daily bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate ledgers</li><li>Processing all accounts receivable (client)</li><li>Paying interest on client account monies</li><li>Handling general enquiries and resolving queries (internal only)</li><li>Housekeeping of files and ledgers and assisting the Head Cashier and Finance Team Leader in ensuring residual balances are dealt with promptly and within SAR timeframes</li><li>Adhoc administration</li><li>Contacting bank with queries</li><li>Reconciliation of control accounts as required</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>2+ years experience working in a legal finance environment in compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules essential</li><li>ILFM Diploma (strongly preferred) or support to undertake it given</li><li>Proficiency in legal accounting software (previous use of SOS Practice Manager advantageous but not essential)</li><li>Visualfiles CMS knowledge advantageous but not essential</li><li>Accuracy & attention to detail with a methodical approach to work</li><li>Excellent communication - face to face, telephone and written</li><li>Proficient IT skills using Microsoft Office applications</li><li>Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines</li><li>Committed team-worker</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNDQzNDUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Legal Counsel</strong></p><p><strong>Renewable Energy firm</strong></p><p><strong>£45K - £55K</strong></p><p><strong>Based near Gloucester</strong></p><p><strong>The role</strong></p><ul><li>Reviewing customer and supplier T&Cs and related documents and reporting your findings, making changes to protect the Group's interests</li><li>Drafting and reviewing a wide range of contracts including consultancy arrangements, contracts for products and services, and partnership/endorsement contracts, and negotiating these with counterparties</li><li>Supporting the procurement of business-critical IT systems</li><li>Advising the wholesale energy trading team on agreements for the purchase of renewable energy and our business sales team on energy sales and intermediary agreements</li><li>Reviewing contracts through the project life cycle for sun parks, wind farms and battery storage systems - pre-works and FEED agreements, EPC, and operation and maintenance agreements, as well as power purchase agreements</li><li>Helping to resolve complex queries and disputes, and drafting letters of claim</li><li>Helping to compile evidence for court proceedings</li><li>Assisting the enforcement team with the recovery of debt</li><li>Instructing and managing external counsel</li><li>Property portfolio support for renewable energy assets and developments</li><li>Overseeing the group's intellectual property portfolio</li><li>Registering trademarks and overseeing renewals</li><li>Collating information for patent applications</li></ul><p>Requirements</p><ul><li>Qualified solicitor (or CILEX lawyer)</li><li>Commercial experience gained from a law firm or in-house</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjc0ODY3LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Senior Employment Counsel (In-House)</strong></p><p><strong><br />Tech firm</strong></p><p><strong>£150K-£175K + bonus</strong></p><p><strong>London - fully office based </strong></p><p>The role:</p><ul><li>Provide practical, commercially focused advice on employment law matters across multiple jurisdictions, coordinating with local external counsel where necessary.</li><li>Oversee and manage employment disputes and litigation globally, ensuring effective resolution strategies.</li><li>Draft, review, and update employment contracts, policies, and handbooks to ensure compliance and consistency.</li><li>Advise on data protection and privacy issues related to employee data, ensuring compliance with GDPR and other regulations.</li><li>Support HR and leadership on organisational changes, including redundancies, transfers, and integration projects.</li><li>Build and maintain strong relationships with external law firms, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality legal support.</li><li>Partner with HR and business leaders to deliver proactive solutions that align with company culture and strategic objectives</li></ul><p>The requirements:</p><ul><li>Qualified lawyer </li><li>Experience advising on employment matters across UK/EMEA, including managing disputes and complex workforce issues.</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hyaXMuaGVuc29uLjQ2MDMzLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
