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Cisco Systems Don't show me jobs from Cisco Systems

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From £60,000 to £70,000 per year

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Permanent

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Job Title: Pre-Sales Systems Engineer Location: Feltham or City Office, UK preferred This role will be working within the UKI Public Sector National Security Team. As such this role will be ideal for an experienced Systems Engineer with a strong knowledge of Cisco Foundation Technology such as Routing and Switching or Datacentre technologies. The individual should also have a strong interest in business development and proactive engagement with a range of clients across Government. The individual will report to the Systems Engineering Manager for National Security and Central Government. The candidate should ideally be southern or midlands based and prepared to operate within central London and South England. A knowledge of all the key Cisco technology architectures such as Borderless Networks, Collaboration, and Data Centre/Virtualisation would be highly useful along with knowledge of business drivers in Government, knowledge of the Government vertical market and previous pre-sales experience and a distinct advantage. Responsibilities: - Provide technical and sales support for accounts in assigned territory. - Focus on strategic accounts - Assist with the development of formal sales plans and proposals for assigned opportunities. - Consult with customers to understand their needs and design effective solutions - Deliver technical presentations for customers, partners and prospects. - Keep up-to-date on the market, competitive solutions, products and services. - Actively participate as a specialist on assigned Virtual Team and provide consultative support in their area of specialization to other Systems Engineers. Skills and Experience Required: - In-depth knowledge of baseline Systems Engineering skills in LAN Routing and Switching technology and Datacenter is highly desirable. - Must have good underlying knowledge of the Cisco Architectures - Competitive knowledge (in their area of specialization) including solution, technology and product offerings. - Proven track record of customer driven data networking consultancy is essential. - Cisco certification of CCDP is highly desirable. - SC - Security Clearance or DV - Clearance highly desirable. - Strong relationship management skills - Strong communications & presentation skills - Strong negotiation skills - Comfortable applying business acumen and financial expertise to assist identify & qualify selling opportunities as part of an account team. - Uses Return On Investment concepts to justify Cisco solutions - Demonstrable ability to drive adoption of Cisco technology solutions through channel partners, and into customers. - Knowledge of relevant solutions sets, product line specifications, performance criteria and applications. - Ability to work effectively, add value as a team member and assume a leadership role for the team. dv sc security cleared presales engineer ccdp

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Canon (UK) Ltd Don't show me jobs from Canon (UK) Ltd

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From £35,000 to £50,000 per year

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Uxbridge Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Part time

Job Purpose and Summary The role will be responsible for implementing and maintaining a comprehensive governance strategy responsible for Canon's information governance including privacy, compliance and tighter control of data management across EMEA. As a subject matter expert, this role will provide guidance and expertise on formulating policies and procedures to maintain the use and storage of information and data in line with local and European legislation. Responsibilities and Tasks Lead the development and communication of a framework of programmes, policies and procedures to monitor all Canons' activities related to the development, use and maintenance of information ensuring compliance with EU and country legislation across EMEA. Drive and implement the overall agreed strategy for information and privacy across the organisation by fostering a close working relationship with Canon's Senior Management, Information Security Director and the Compliance Assessment Group. Deliver/ensure delivery of governance training and orientation to all employees across the organisation. Lead and, or provide guidance and assist in conducting information risk assessments and related compliance monitoring activities working closely with the Compliance Assessment Group and business units. Adopt a collaborative working approach with the Information Security Director and the Compliance Assessment Group to facilitate and promote activities to create awareness of tighter information governance controls and the potential risks of non-compliance to the business Ensure introduction of, and implementation of, risk mitigation planning processes relating to information use in coordination with the European Risk Manager across the Organisation in compliance with relevant legislation. Be seen as a subject matter expert providing support and guidance to management to resolve allegations of non-compliance, in line with Company processes. Required Skills and Qualifications * Degree/qualification in Law or related field preferred * Experience of thinking broadly and executing tactfully in a privacy role/environment, in line with the requirements of the business. * Pan-European experience of developing and implementing policies and framework that provide robust governance of information preferred. * Knowledge of EU information governance, data privacy laws and regulations including international data transfers * Experience of negotiating data privacy contracts such as Model Clauses * Technical knowledge and experience of ERP systems preferred * Strong commercial awareness and up-to-date knowledge of information risks and threats. * Strong stakeholder management with proven ability to influence senior stakeholders using tact and diplomacy. * Demonstrated organization, facilitation and presentation skills. Competencies Business Accumen Further Information Location: Stockley Park, Uxbridge, Middlesex Closing Date: 18th May 2012 Salary: Competitive + 15% bonus Canon Benefits; * Annual 15% Bonus scheme * Pension scheme * Private Medical Insurance * Long service awards * Enhanced maternity pay * Enhanced company sick pay * Long Term Group Disability Cover * 25 days holidays per year * Staff Purchase Scheme * Subsidized restaurant * Subsidized Dry Cleaning * Ride to Work scheme * Employee Assistance Programme * Flexible Working Policy No Agencies Please legal privacy compliance

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Cisco Systems Don't show me jobs from Cisco Systems

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£0 to £0 per year

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Sales and Service Finance Controller - African Continent JOB DESCRIPTION: SSF Controller for African Continent providing finance and business support and advice to African sales organisation. Act as a Trusted Advisor to the Africa Management Team and provide quality financial and business recommendations. Ensures that Fiduciary Control is maintained within the country. Key Responsibilities: - Financial lead for Africa reporting into Emerging Theater SSF Director - Drive profitable growth across the business through financial and business analysis to measure progress and trends and so enable optimal management of the business - Provide critical input and advice into the building of the short and long term Strategy for the region - Ensure effective Governance and Compliance across the region - Leverage off and collaborate with with other functions within the region and theater. - Drive critical operational processes eg forecasting cycles/operational reviews - Lead and/or play a key role in key SSF initiatives on behalf of EMEAR and Emerging SSF functions Detailed Responsibilities include: Cross Functional Act as catalyst between sales teams and multiple support functions to address business needs including: * Non Standard Deals, Commissions, Customer Services, Sales Business processes, Credit and Collection, Legal, Corporate Revenue, FP&A, Accounting, Cisco Capital. Planning & Strategy * Help African management teams build the Three year and the Annual Business Plan. * Budgeting, Goaling simulations and Systems Readiness. * Operations Review Process Support. * Sales Hierarchy and Organization Structure Management. Forecasting * Support Sales Management in managing the short and long range forecasting process and driving forecast accuracy * Work to push teams to grow and correctly manage pipeline of opportunities Operational Excellence * Provide visibility and guidance to management around the key metrics which define Operational excellence in the business eg. discounts, margin, expenses, productivity, technologies, linearity, forecast accuracy, opportunity yield etc. * Drive monthly finance package review with Sales Directors * Help drive improvement in current operational processes. * Ensure the integrity of the numbers in the various systems. Expense and Headcount Management: * Budgeting and analysis of expenses and headcount, providing the necessary information for management to be able to exercise expense control and invest in critical areas. * Manage expense close for your teams, identifying reserve requirements, addressing them with Accounting Department and reporting back to management. Deal Management * With the support of the Commercial Finance Team, participate in the deal structuring process, review contractual terms & conditions and provide Finance/Business guidance. Part of deal approval chain * Monitor revenue recognition requirements, working with Corporate Revenue and leveraging Rev Rec tools. * Educate sales teams around disciplines required to ensure deal support tool reflects deal characteristics Asset Management: * Measure and drive discipline and guidance around Backlog Management, Quality of Bookings and Credit/Collections. * Monitor the necessary Revenue Reserves to ensure that Cisco Rev Rec guidelines are not compromised. * Prepare Revenue Assurance in line with company SOX compliance. Fiduciary Control * Strong Fiduciary Control in compliance with SOX and Cisco's policies and procedures * Educating, review, presentation of Compliance Policies with sales teams * Support internal audits, reviews, and compliance checklist * Raising concerns, issues and documenting properly EMEAR Initiatives * Participate and, where possible, lead in Regional (EMEAR) and Emerging Market initiatives SKILLS REQUIRED: * Applies expert knowledge and understanding across all related functional disciplines * Makes proposals to senior management regarding financial implications of proposed tactical plans and suggests contingency plans/trade-offs for mitigating risks; * Initiates and leads financial strategy discussions * Applies knowledge of Cisco's business strategies to proactively anticipate business needs based on industry trends * Provides strategic leadership within one's functional area * Participates with other senior managers to establish corporate strategic plans and objectives * Makes final decisions on administrative or operational matters and ensures the operations' effective achievement of objectives * Handles controversial situations, customer/client negotiations or influences and persuades senior management * Responsible for strategic decisions that will affect the success of Cisco's overall business operations; * Serves as a consultative business partner to client groups on broad or complex business issues, integrating technical expertise/experience, client's business objectives and marketplace factors * Able to be contributor in developing complex company policies which not only affect immediate operations, but other functional areas, and potentially affect company-wide operations * High energy proactive team player with ability to both leverage off other functions and drive towards wider Cisco objectives * Structured in approach with ability to plan work and prioritise effectively * Strong business partnering skills, with ability to effectively challenge and influence senior Sales and Finance management * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, attention to detail * Good communicator, able to discuss issues with teams and management with clarity and diplomacy - able to present to sales teams where necessary * Strong sense of autonomy and creativity with strong customer service skills. finance controller sales finance controlling

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Axiom Don't show me jobs from Axiom

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Axiom is looking for ISDA negotiators to join our busy and talented team. We act for an amazing client base from leading technology and media clients through to FTSE 100 and blue-chip financial institutions and can offer you some truly interesting work and the opportunity to be fully immersed within our client business teams but with the support of our first-class Axiom team. Axiom is a new model firm that provides the first high-quality alternative to outside counsel for complex legal work. We exist to empower our clients and our lawyers by changing the way they work together. Our founding premise was to create a firm comprised of experienced, business savvy professionals who are uniquely integrated into the legal teams of our clients. With offices in London, Hong Kong, Singapore and throughout the US, our clients are the GCs of large multi-national corporations and their direct reports. They turn to us to assist them across the globe, reducing their dependence on outside counsel, achieving greater flexibility and generally expanding the capabilities of their in-house legal teams. If you have experience in ISDA negotiations/derivatives and excellent credentials we would love to hear from you, or find out more about our unique proposition and fresh approach by visiting our website. isda negotiator derivatives isda master agreements

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Axiom Don't show me jobs from Axiom

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Axiom is looking for ISDA negotiators to join our busy and talented team. We act for an amazing client base from leading technology and media clients through to FTSE 100 and blue-chip financial institutions and can offer you some truly interesting work and the opportunity to be fully immersed within our client business teams but with the support of our first-class Axiom team. Axiom is a new model firm that provides the first high-quality alternative to outside counsel for complex legal work. We exist to empower our clients and our lawyers by changing the way they work together. Our founding premise was to create a firm comprised of experienced, business savvy professionals who are uniquely integrated into the legal teams of our clients. With offices in London, Hong Kong, Singapore and throughout the US, our clients are the GCs of large multi-national corporations and their direct reports. They turn to us to assist them across the globe, reducing their dependence on outside counsel, achieving greater flexibility and generally expanding the capabilities of their in-house legal teams. If you have experience in ISDA negotiations and excellent credentials we would love to hear from you, or find out more about our unique proposition and fresh approach by visiting our website. isda negotiator derivatives isda master agreements

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Foxtons Don't show me jobs from Foxtons

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Up to £22,000 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Full time

The role of a Property Negotiator is ideal for an ambitious individual who is looking to build a career in one of the most dynamic and prominent industries in the capital. Foxtons Negotiators are enthusiastic, people-orientated individuals with a commitment to service and a professional approach to business. A Negotiator must enjoy dealing with a variety of people, as the role involves meeting new clients, assessing their property needs and working with landlords and vendors selling or letting their properties. The atmosphere in all the Foxtons' offices is extremely vibrant, with a large number of clients arriving at the office in person requiring a property viewing or with a general enquiry. Meanwhile, the phones will be ringing with yet more enquiries. The pace is fast, yet every client enquiry needs to be dealt with professionally. A Foxtons Negotiator is the face of the company and the quality of service given by our staff is of paramount importance. The role of a Negotiator is for someone who is prepared to work hard to achieve success and enjoys hitting targets. Skills required * Drive and determination * Full manual driving licence * Sales experience - a benefit, but not essential * Languages favourable Salary - 22k plus benefits, including OTE property negotiator sales customer services admin administration

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Alternative Networks Don't show me jobs from Alternative Networks

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Contract

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Full time

In-House Commercial Lawyer - London - Maternity Contract (9 months initially) Alternative Networks Plc (AN) is a UK leading telecommunications service provider where we pride ourselves on our specialist expertise and experience in all aspects of telecommunications including voice, mobile, systems and IT solutions. We hold the industry's top accreditations with world class brands such as Mitel, Avaya, BT, Cable & Wireless, Vodafone and O2 and have been AIM listed since 2005. The business has a Group turnover of around 120million, and employs in excess of 500 members of staff across four strategically positioned office locations. We're looking for an in-house Commercial Lawyer to join us initially on a 9 month contract to cover a maternity leave, working at our riverside head office in Battersea, London. Reporting to our senior lawyer, you will be involved in a diverse range of legal work including customer and supplier contracts, regulatory matters, leases, intellectual property, and company secretarial duties. You will need to liaise regularly with all parts of the business. Main responsibilities include: Customer contracts * Negotiating AN's terms and conditions with in-house counsel and external lawyers acting for AN's customers. * Liaising with AN's internal departments relating to amendments to AN's customer terms and conditions. * Advising on contractual disputes with customers, including reviewing and drafting external correspondence. * Periodically reviewing and amending AN's customer terms and conditions and order paperwork across AN's range of products. * Drafting novations and addenda relating to AN's customer contracts. * Drafting e-mail templates for use by other parts of AN's business. Supplier contracts * Negotiating supplier contracts for new telecommunications products to be added to AN's portfolio. * Advising on, negotiating and drafting amendments to contracts with existing suppliers such as Vodafone, O2, MCI, Cable & Wireless, BT, Verizon and Mitel. * Liaising with AN's commercial and product management teams in relation to the above. Other contracts * Reviewing and negotiating non-disclosure agreements. * Reviewing and negotiating software licences. * Reviewing and negotiating facilities and other purchasing contracts. * Negotiating new leases and extensions to leases for AN's properties. General matters * Reviewing relevant legislation and updating senior management as appropriate. * Advising on OFCOM requirements relating to PACs and telecommunications generally. * Managing AN's trademark portfolio. * Advising on data protection issues. * Periodically training AN's staff relating to legal issues and customer contract paperwork. * Reviewing advertising, marketing material and terms and conditions for promotions. * Periodically reviewing AN's website and privacy policy. * Advising on AIM rules and other corporate matters. * Drafting board minutes and company secretarial matters. * Due diligence and liaising with external lawyers on corporate acquisitions. * Liaising with finance team and external lawyers for debt collection and associated small claims. Person criteria Essential * Qualifications: law degree/non-law degree and conversion course or equivalent. LPC or equivalent. * Approximately 2 years' post qualification experience in UK company/commercial law. * Strong communication and negotiation skills. * Commercially-minded with good business judgement. * Good drafting skills with an eye for detail. * Ability to work on own initiative and be self-sufficient. * Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines. * Ability to do own typing (including marked revisions to documents). If you feel you meet the above criteria and would like to apply then please send your CV to our Recruitment Manager by clicking Apply Online. commercial lawyer solicitor attorney legal counsel maternity contract telecommunications regulatory intellectual property

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SEI Investments Don't show me jobs from SEI Investments

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Full time

Overview * UK financial services firm seeks lawyer with asset management experience. * The lawyer will be part of a team of 4 lawyers within SEI's London office supervised by the UK Head of Legal and will have reporting obligations to senior attorney/s in SEI's US headquarters. Job Tasks * Supporting SEI's Irish-domiciled UCITS funds, which are operated as manager-of-managers funds. These responsibilities include assisting the investment and business teams in developing and launching new funds, board meeting preparation and participation, participation in the drafting and updating disclosure documents, negotiating portfolio management agreements with sub-advisers, assisting on regulatory issues associated with distribution of the funds in various jurisdictions, coordinating with outside counsel, and providing day-to-day guidance on legal issues that arise from the operation of the funds. * Advising, drafting and negotiating distribution arrangements and investment management agreements with SEI's clients and distribution partners; institutional investors and financial intermediaries. * May also assist in issues associated with the sale of SEI's hedge funds and other alternative investment products to clients in the UK and other countries. * Drafting and negotiating fund distribution agreements with third party fund managers and distributors for distribution of third party funds on SEI's Global Wealth Platform. * As part of the London legal team, the lawyer will be called on to assist in other matters impacting SEI's activities within the UK office, as needed. Experience and Skills * +4 years PQE in the asset management area, either with a law firm or in-house legal department. * UCITS experience preferred and Irish fund regulatory experience useful. * Knowledge of FSA regulations preferred. * Experience of drafting and negotiations of UK financial services contracts useful. * Organisational skills necessary. Individual will be required to carry own administrative tasks. undertakings in collective investment in transferable securities solicitor asset management financial services contracts irish fund regulatory

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Discovery Communications Europe Ltd Don't show me jobs from Discovery Communications Europe Ltd

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Full time

Position Description Position Title: Manager; Business and Legal Affairs Division: DEI Location: London Department: Business and Legal Affairs Reports to: Director, Business and Legal Affairs Core responsibilities * Supporting the Discovery Enterprises International ("DEI") team * Working with the Legal Director for the DEI team in London; DEI is an exciting, diverse and busy team primarily devoted to maximising revenue from Discovery programmes and trade marks on a global basis * Providing advice on all legal issues for DEI, working with Discovery and third party commercial units and legal counterparts around the world * International Licensing * Drafting and negotiating licensing contracts where Discovery licences its rights in trade marks, brands, logos and programmes to third parties including: * Merchandise manufacturers and product and service promotion companies * Travel, adventure and other service providing companies * Agents who represent DEI globally * DVD and digital media distributors * Print media publishers and distributors * Residential, office and resorts/entertainment facility developers * Advising on trade mark issues including filings, registrations and oppositions * Programme and Format Sales, Production and Distribution * Drafting and negotiating programme sales, format licenses and programme investment agreements with parties including: * Third party broadcasters on a worldwide basis * Airlines, cruise ship and educational operators etc * Discovery networks and third party TV production companies * Digital Media * Assisting with IT projects, service agreements and content licensing * Drafting website terms and conditions and competition rules and policies * Other Work * Dealing with regulatory work and contentious matters such as litigation, issuing default and termination letters in order to police Discovery's rights and interests * Corporate transaction work including shareholder agreements, joint ventures and business sales * Music licensing and publishing of Discovery's music catalogue * Consultancy agreements, NDAs and other operational work to support DEI * Reviewing legal precedents and processes to improve DEI's legal operations Requirements * Good legal and media industry knowledge * Enthusiastic, flexible, commercial, practical problem-solving approach * Good negotiation and drafting skills and attention to detail * Excellent time-management and communication skills * Enjoy a fast-paced commercial environment * Confident and ability to interact with colleagues and clients from different cultures and backgrounds * Level-headed and calm individual * High competency required for word processing, formatting and email use * Qualified solicitor in England, approximately NQ-2 years PQE with an interest in, and experience of, the media industry * Fluent in English commercial law international licensing negotiation intellectual property digital media solicitor

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Ashurst LLP Don't show me jobs from Ashurst LLP

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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We are currently looking for a qualified Banking lawyer to join our team in the London office. Ashurst's loan markets practice offers specialist advice on: * buy-outs and other acquisition finance transactions; * infrastructure financings; * investment fund and warehousing financings; * restructuring and refinancings; * asset backed lending; * strategic and impaired value debt purchases; * secured and unsecured lending transactions; and * treasury products generally. A significant part of our practice focuses on leveraged and acquisition finance transactions - an area in which we are one of the market leaders today, having acted on some of the largest and most complex transactions of this type in Europe for both borrowers and lenders. We frequently provide advice to banks, financial institutions and funds who are themselves leading players in this market. Main tasks You would typically act on all elements of a financing from term sheet stage, through to closing and post-closing. Your specific areas of responsibility will initially be to review term sheets, produce initial drafts of facilities agreements, draft and negotiate security documents and supervise overseas counsel to draft and negotiate local law security documents, take full responsibility for managing conditions precedent and ensuring a smooth process to transaction close. You would also be expected to manage projects that have been assigned to you (including drafting and negotiating supplemental finance documents such as waiver letters, accession agreements and more complex amendments and restatements) and liaise closely with colleagues, clients, counterparties and other advisers. You would be working as part of a committed and inspired friendly team that enjoys its work and considers itself a leader in its field of practice. All members of the team have frequent client contact and must be willing to travel. Typical responsibilities include: * Drafting of legal documents and agreements; * Reviewing acquisition and equity documents; * Contributing to department know-how; * Advising clients and preparing formal legal opinions; * Negotiating with counter parts; * Matter completion and post closing work (including security perfection); and * Providing structured supervision and on-the-job training to juniors. Essential skills/experience * Post qualification experience in international finance transactions of the types referred to above with a reputable international law firm. * Good organisational skills and experience in transaction management. * Excellent academic track record. * Enthusiasm for intellectually stimulating cross-border work.

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Fidessa Don't show me jobs from Fidessa

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£0 to £0 per year

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Woking Don't show me jobs in this location

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This position is based within the Procurement department of Fidessa's successful global business. This is a new role due to the growth of the company and you will be responsible for processing of all IT goods and services procured by the department. You will also be assisting the Procurement Manager with the day to day running of a small professional team along with negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers where applicable. Key Requirements: Evidence of working within a Purchasing Department Have a good understanding of the full Windows Office suite Strong communication and organisational skills Strong problem solving skills with the ability to think laterally Self-motivated and enjoys working in a position of responsibility Willing to learn new skills and ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to manage and prioritise busy workload Evidence of strong negotiation skills Ability to build effective relationships with co-workers and suppliers Be flexible and willing to travel to our Data Centre in London as and when required. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist the Procurement Manager with the day to day running of the department and to ensure that the department SLAs are adhered to Assisting the Procurement Manager with negotiating contracts and where applicable review terms and conditions for contracts You will be responsible for stock maintenance at two Data Centres Maintaining service contracts for all Data Centre hardware Ensuring that all purchases made by the team are at the most competitive prices and least total cost Liaising with managers from several departments to ensure that deadlines for projects are met Handling of internal requisitions, purchase orders, invoicing and other administrative functions Assisting the Procurement Manager with quarterly and yearly spend reviews Assist monitoring work flow within the team and escalating any issues to the Procurement Manager when necessary Handling general enquiries that come into the Procurement Department Organising international deliveries and arranging for customs formalities The role will involve physical handling of goods (including lifting of servers - training provided) General Information: The role holder will be expected to perform any other duties that may reasonably be asked of them Fidessa does not advertise salary ranges for any of its vacancies. Whilst some departments will have a specific budget range for individual roles, salary offers are dependent on an individual's skillset and experience. If you have a salary expectation in mind, please mention this in your cover letter/email purchasing department windows office data centre

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SEI Investments Don't show me jobs from SEI Investments

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£0 to £0 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Full time

Paralegal/Contract Manager Based: London Package: Competitive base/rate Hours: Full time. Permanent/Contract. Role Description * Supporting the legal team /in-house lawyers including: * Assisting with the review and amendment of a wide range of legal documents, including drafting, negotiating and arranging for the execution of transactional documents * Acting as the contact point for internal clients regarding amendments to certain transactional legal documentation and for updating and amending such documentation for non legally complex requests. * Developing and maintaining procedures for the Legal department's organisation including organising legal department meetings. * Responsibility for maintaining a database of contracts and amendments tracking their status. * Liaising with external counsel (if instructed) and internal clients across SEI's business areas * Conducting ad-hoc legal research as and when required * Coordinating and preparing documentation for board meetings including taking corporate minutes at such meetings * Arranging for statutory filings Role Requirements Essential * Ability to adapt to and work relatively autonomously with a wide variety of lawyers and business analysts whilst accepting sole responsibility for the work product. * Minimum 5 years experience of drafting, reviewing and amending, legal documentation. * Strong attention to detail. * Law firm or equivalent in-house experience (either as paralegal or legal assistant). * Effective written and communication skills * Enthusiasm and resourcefulness, common sense and the ability to judge when matters are appropriate to escalate to more senior in-house counsel. Preferred * Experience in the negotiations, transactions and documentation of a wide variety of agreements in the financial services industry * Post-graduate diploma in Legal Practice (LPC) paralegal contract manager legal assistant

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SEI Investments Don't show me jobs from SEI Investments

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From £30,000 to £40,000 per year

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London Don't show me jobs in this location

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Permanent

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Full time

Role: Legal Assistant Based: London Package: Competitive base/rate Hours: Full time. Permanent/Contract. Role Description * Supporting the legal team /in-house lawyers including: o Assisting with the review and amendment of a wide range of legal documents, including drafting, negotiating and arranging for the execution of such documents o Developing and maintaining procedures for the Legal department's organisation including organising legal department meetings o Liaising with external counsel (if instructed) and internal clients across SEI's business areas o Conducting ad-hoc research as and when required o Coordinating and preparing documentation for board meetings including taking corporate minutes at such meetings o Arranging for statutory filings o Organising training seminars o Legal administration, including maintaining paper and electronic files Role Requirements Essential * Ability to adapt to and work with a wide variety of lawyers and business analysts whilst accepting sole responsibility for the work product. * Experience of drafting, reviewing and amending, legal documentation. * Strong attention to detail. * Law firm or equivalent in-house experience (either as paralegal or legal assistant). * Effective written and communication skills * Enthusiasm and resourcefulness. Preferred * Experience in the negotiations, transactions and documentation of various agreements in the financial services industry * Post-graduate diploma in Legal Practice (LPC) legal assistant lpc paralegal financial services contracts general support