Job Details: Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy Full details of the job. Job Title Job Title Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy Job Description Job Description About our Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy role: To advise and provide guidance to Sage colleagues on data protection issues on a global basis. In particular, the role will focus on support for Sage colleagues working in product development and engineering, and sales and marketing, plus assistance to the Commercial and Product Legal teams with advice in connection with complex privacy legal matters (including regional Commercial Legal team members), and privacy risk incident management. The role will report into the EVP Deputy General Counsel, and will involve close collaboration with other members of the Data Privacy Legal team, and the Sage legal team more widely. What's in it for you? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing crucial support to Sage colleagues across various functions, including product development, engineering, sales, and marketing. You'll collaborate closely with the Commercial and Product Legal teams to offer expert advice on complex privacy legal matters and assist in privacy risk incident management. Additionally, you'll play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and processes to ensure Sage's compliance with data protection legal requirements. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the organisation's commitment to data privacy and compliance, while further developing your expertise in this critical area of law. The successful candidate will also be required to work from the office 3 times a week. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Summary of your day-to-day? In this role, your day-to-day activities involve leveraging your expert knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018, to provide high-quality legal advice to stakeholders across Sage. You'll collaborate with regional colleagues and external counsel on matters outside the UK jurisdiction and data privacy risk incidents. Additionally, you'll contribute to maintaining Sage's data privacy compliance framework, including policy review and development, while supporting the creation of external-facing materials such as privacy notices and consent notices. Your role also entails identifying and mitigating privacy risks, providing expert input on GDPR compliance activities, and supporting product and engineering teams in implementing privacy by design principles. Furthermore, you'll lead advisory efforts on cookies, similar technologies, and digital advertising, contribute to the management of the data privacy operating model, act as a key contact for EU local legal and data privacy matters, and develop and deliver training materials to colleagues across Sage. Minimum qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this role include robust knowledge of data protection laws coupled with a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience advising corporate organisations, preferably gained through in-house roles. Candidates should demonstrate a business-oriented mindset, operational focus, and familiarity with emerging technologies such as ad tech, AI, and machine learning. The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, prioritise tasks effectively, and communicate complex concepts clearly to non-legal colleagues is essential. Additionally, candidates should exhibit advanced behavioural competencies, including effective communication, collaboration, customer focus, and adaptability, while also showcasing experience with privacy management tools like OneTrust. Preferred qualifications include prior in-house experience or secondment roles, along with a track record of working on complex projects. Technical / professional qualifications: English law qualified lawyer with at least five years' post qualification experience with strong data protection law expertise within the UK and EU, and good working knowledge of data privacy law regimes in other jurisdictions preferred. IAPP CIPP/E certification or similar. Dig deeper about who we are: Who is Sage: Life at Sage: Our Values & Behaviors: How we make a difference: Sage Business Cloud - SaaS for Every Business: Your benefits Benefits video - :li:share:/ • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • On-going training and professional development • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • Flexible work patterns and hybrid working Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It's why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage: Watch a video about our culture: v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at . Learn more about DEI at Sage:
May 18, 2024
Full time
Job Details: Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy Full details of the job. Job Title Job Title Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy Job Description Job Description About our Senior Legal Counsel - Data Privacy role: To advise and provide guidance to Sage colleagues on data protection issues on a global basis. In particular, the role will focus on support for Sage colleagues working in product development and engineering, and sales and marketing, plus assistance to the Commercial and Product Legal teams with advice in connection with complex privacy legal matters (including regional Commercial Legal team members), and privacy risk incident management. The role will report into the EVP Deputy General Counsel, and will involve close collaboration with other members of the Data Privacy Legal team, and the Sage legal team more widely. What's in it for you? In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by providing crucial support to Sage colleagues across various functions, including product development, engineering, sales, and marketing. You'll collaborate closely with the Commercial and Product Legal teams to offer expert advice on complex privacy legal matters and assist in privacy risk incident management. Additionally, you'll play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining policies, procedures, and processes to ensure Sage's compliance with data protection legal requirements. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the organisation's commitment to data privacy and compliance, while further developing your expertise in this critical area of law. The successful candidate will also be required to work from the office 3 times a week. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Summary of your day-to-day? In this role, your day-to-day activities involve leveraging your expert knowledge of data protection laws, including GDPR and the UK Data Protection Act 2018, to provide high-quality legal advice to stakeholders across Sage. You'll collaborate with regional colleagues and external counsel on matters outside the UK jurisdiction and data privacy risk incidents. Additionally, you'll contribute to maintaining Sage's data privacy compliance framework, including policy review and development, while supporting the creation of external-facing materials such as privacy notices and consent notices. Your role also entails identifying and mitigating privacy risks, providing expert input on GDPR compliance activities, and supporting product and engineering teams in implementing privacy by design principles. Furthermore, you'll lead advisory efforts on cookies, similar technologies, and digital advertising, contribute to the management of the data privacy operating model, act as a key contact for EU local legal and data privacy matters, and develop and deliver training materials to colleagues across Sage. Minimum qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this role include robust knowledge of data protection laws coupled with a minimum of five years' post-qualification experience advising corporate organisations, preferably gained through in-house roles. Candidates should demonstrate a business-oriented mindset, operational focus, and familiarity with emerging technologies such as ad tech, AI, and machine learning. The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, prioritise tasks effectively, and communicate complex concepts clearly to non-legal colleagues is essential. Additionally, candidates should exhibit advanced behavioural competencies, including effective communication, collaboration, customer focus, and adaptability, while also showcasing experience with privacy management tools like OneTrust. Preferred qualifications include prior in-house experience or secondment roles, along with a track record of working on complex projects. Technical / professional qualifications: English law qualified lawyer with at least five years' post qualification experience with strong data protection law expertise within the UK and EU, and good working knowledge of data privacy law regimes in other jurisdictions preferred. IAPP CIPP/E certification or similar. Dig deeper about who we are: Who is Sage: Life at Sage: Our Values & Behaviors: How we make a difference: Sage Business Cloud - SaaS for Every Business: Your benefits Benefits video - :li:share:/ • Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage • Work away scheme for up to 10 weeks a year • On-going training and professional development • Paid 5 days yearly to volunteer through our Sage Foundation • Flexible work patterns and hybrid working Advert Working at Sage means you're supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions. Our colleagues are the best of the best. It's why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential. Learn more about working at Sage: Watch a video about our culture: v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at . Learn more about DEI at Sage:
Senior Legal Counsel: Marketing Media & Intellectual Property Reading, United Kingdom 6 month FTC or Day Rate We are looking to recruit an experienced and Qualified Senior Legal Counsel for a leading telecom company to join the Marketing, Media and Brand legal team on a 6 months contract. Areas will include: Trading - Advising on retail, online and distance sales, promotions, competitions, special offers, advising on speed claims and unlimited claims, and on new plans and tariffs. Defending company from ASA complaints and taking action against competitors. Advising on regulatory requirements relating to mobile and fixed line telecoms services. Marketing, Brand and Partnerships - Advising on campaigns across media channels and on key marketing propositions and advertising strategies. Advising on brand management, protecting key intellectual property assets and managing trade mark portfolio. Working with other brands (such as Chelsea, GoggleBox, Live Nation, Paramount +) on creative collaborations. Media Buying and Targeted Advertising - Negotiating contracts with media buying agencies, advising on bringing elements of programmatic media buying in-house, bringing a new targeted advertising product to market, advising on cookie policies and data protection. Contractual support - Business partnering on a wide range of contracts including licensing, sponsorship, co-branding, app distribution, device sourcing, creative and media agencies, data monetisation and transfer, carrier billing contracts and more Devices and Accessories - Working with procurement, trading and Group to negotiate purchase, after sales and marketing terms with a range of devices and accessories providers. Digital Products - Supporting offers and rewards App + including on boarding a range of compelling offers to our customers, providing advice on data protection consents, data flows and customer journeys, management of third party offers. Advising on shopping, payments, carrier billing, content strategy and implementation. Big Data - Providing data protection advice on monetisation of big data, including advising on legal risks associated with processing personal data and associated customer journeys data processing terms, working closely with our DPO team. Negotiating terms for analytics, hosting and monetisation brokerage. Marketing Strategy - Collaborating on opportunities and risks associated with marketing 5G technology and the potential impact of Net Neutrality Regulations, lobbying Ofcom on customer benefits. Job Description Manage contractual negotiations, develop templates and use external counsel where appropriate Provide high quality legal advice across a wide range of technology and commercial matters Successfully manage strategic legal relationships Identify new ways to do things better Help to manage the ongoing success of the team and to promote its profile both internally and externally What we are looking for? Lawyer qualified in the UK or similar jurisdiction 8 years+ PQE Varied legal experience in technology and commercial contracting Ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders, shareholder representatives and senior counterparties Ability to manage workload and priorities as part of a team; to summarise and communicate effectively at all levels; In-house experience required Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 14, 2024
Senior Legal Counsel: Marketing Media & Intellectual Property Reading, United Kingdom 6 month FTC or Day Rate We are looking to recruit an experienced and Qualified Senior Legal Counsel for a leading telecom company to join the Marketing, Media and Brand legal team on a 6 months contract. Areas will include: Trading - Advising on retail, online and distance sales, promotions, competitions, special offers, advising on speed claims and unlimited claims, and on new plans and tariffs. Defending company from ASA complaints and taking action against competitors. Advising on regulatory requirements relating to mobile and fixed line telecoms services. Marketing, Brand and Partnerships - Advising on campaigns across media channels and on key marketing propositions and advertising strategies. Advising on brand management, protecting key intellectual property assets and managing trade mark portfolio. Working with other brands (such as Chelsea, GoggleBox, Live Nation, Paramount +) on creative collaborations. Media Buying and Targeted Advertising - Negotiating contracts with media buying agencies, advising on bringing elements of programmatic media buying in-house, bringing a new targeted advertising product to market, advising on cookie policies and data protection. Contractual support - Business partnering on a wide range of contracts including licensing, sponsorship, co-branding, app distribution, device sourcing, creative and media agencies, data monetisation and transfer, carrier billing contracts and more Devices and Accessories - Working with procurement, trading and Group to negotiate purchase, after sales and marketing terms with a range of devices and accessories providers. Digital Products - Supporting offers and rewards App + including on boarding a range of compelling offers to our customers, providing advice on data protection consents, data flows and customer journeys, management of third party offers. Advising on shopping, payments, carrier billing, content strategy and implementation. Big Data - Providing data protection advice on monetisation of big data, including advising on legal risks associated with processing personal data and associated customer journeys data processing terms, working closely with our DPO team. Negotiating terms for analytics, hosting and monetisation brokerage. Marketing Strategy - Collaborating on opportunities and risks associated with marketing 5G technology and the potential impact of Net Neutrality Regulations, lobbying Ofcom on customer benefits. Job Description Manage contractual negotiations, develop templates and use external counsel where appropriate Provide high quality legal advice across a wide range of technology and commercial matters Successfully manage strategic legal relationships Identify new ways to do things better Help to manage the ongoing success of the team and to promote its profile both internally and externally What we are looking for? Lawyer qualified in the UK or similar jurisdiction 8 years+ PQE Varied legal experience in technology and commercial contracting Ability to influence and persuade key stakeholders, shareholder representatives and senior counterparties Ability to manage workload and priorities as part of a team; to summarise and communicate effectively at all levels; In-house experience required Project People is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
About Ancestry: When you join Ancestry, you join a human-centered company where every person's story is important. Ancestry, the global leader in family history, empowers journeys of personal discovery to enrich lives. With our unparalleled collection of more than 40 billion records, over 3 million subscribers and over 23 million people in our growing DNA network, customers can discover their family story and gain a new level of understanding about their lives. Over the past 40 years, we've built trusted relationships with millions of people who have chosen us as the platform for discovering, preserving and sharing the most important information about themselves and their families. We are committed to our location flexible work approach, allowing you to choose to work in the nearest office, from your home, or a hybrid of both (subject to location restrictions and roles that are required to be in the office). We will continue to hire and promote beyond the boundaries of our office locations, to enable broadened possibilities for employee diversity. Together, we work every day to foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, and where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our products and services reflect the global and diverse clients we serve. Ancestry encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. Passionate about dedicating your work to enriching people's lives? Join the curious. We're looking for a Legal Counsel, in either the UK or Ireland, to support our International Marketing teams. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure legal adherence and minimize risks linked with marketing activities. You will collaborate closely with marketing teams, offer practical, risk-focused legal counsel, engage in commercial contract discussions, and assist in navigating advertising laws across our international markets. You will report to the VP Associate General Counsel who is based in the US. What you will do You will engage in drafting and negotiating a range of agreements, including for marketing services, agency agreements You will conduct assessments and provide approval for marketing materials to ensure adherence to legal standards You will provide counsel and expertise on intellectual property matters concerning marketing content, including securing appropriate permissions and licenses You will supervise and provide oversight on initiatives aimed at protecting the company's brands You will collaborate in addressing inquiries from regulatory bodies focussed on consumer protection Who you are You are qualified and admitted to practice in the UK or Ireland You hold 2 to 4 years post qualification experience with a preference for specialising in marketing related laws You have sound knowledge of a comprehensive understanding of advertising regulations, consumer protection legislation, and data privacy regulations You exhibit well-developed capabilities in commercial contract drafting and negotiation You have practical experience in intellectual property law and a sound understanding of trademark protection practices In-house experience a plus Additional Information: Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, civil status, family status, gender reassignment, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or adjustment to support you during the interview process, please notify the recruiter. All job offers are contingent on a background check screen that complies with applicable law. Ancestry is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ancestry via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ancestry. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ancestry as a result of the referral or through other means.
May 13, 2024
Full time
About Ancestry: When you join Ancestry, you join a human-centered company where every person's story is important. Ancestry, the global leader in family history, empowers journeys of personal discovery to enrich lives. With our unparalleled collection of more than 40 billion records, over 3 million subscribers and over 23 million people in our growing DNA network, customers can discover their family story and gain a new level of understanding about their lives. Over the past 40 years, we've built trusted relationships with millions of people who have chosen us as the platform for discovering, preserving and sharing the most important information about themselves and their families. We are committed to our location flexible work approach, allowing you to choose to work in the nearest office, from your home, or a hybrid of both (subject to location restrictions and roles that are required to be in the office). We will continue to hire and promote beyond the boundaries of our office locations, to enable broadened possibilities for employee diversity. Together, we work every day to foster a work environment that's inclusive as well as diverse, and where our people can be themselves. Every idea and perspective is valued so that our products and services reflect the global and diverse clients we serve. Ancestry encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. Passionate about dedicating your work to enriching people's lives? Join the curious. We're looking for a Legal Counsel, in either the UK or Ireland, to support our International Marketing teams. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure legal adherence and minimize risks linked with marketing activities. You will collaborate closely with marketing teams, offer practical, risk-focused legal counsel, engage in commercial contract discussions, and assist in navigating advertising laws across our international markets. You will report to the VP Associate General Counsel who is based in the US. What you will do You will engage in drafting and negotiating a range of agreements, including for marketing services, agency agreements You will conduct assessments and provide approval for marketing materials to ensure adherence to legal standards You will provide counsel and expertise on intellectual property matters concerning marketing content, including securing appropriate permissions and licenses You will supervise and provide oversight on initiatives aimed at protecting the company's brands You will collaborate in addressing inquiries from regulatory bodies focussed on consumer protection Who you are You are qualified and admitted to practice in the UK or Ireland You hold 2 to 4 years post qualification experience with a preference for specialising in marketing related laws You have sound knowledge of a comprehensive understanding of advertising regulations, consumer protection legislation, and data privacy regulations You exhibit well-developed capabilities in commercial contract drafting and negotiation You have practical experience in intellectual property law and a sound understanding of trademark protection practices In-house experience a plus Additional Information: Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, colour, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, civil status, family status, gender reassignment, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or adjustment to support you during the interview process, please notify the recruiter. All job offers are contingent on a background check screen that complies with applicable law. Ancestry is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ancestry via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ancestry. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ancestry as a result of the referral or through other means.
PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation. Role overview: This role provides transactional support and counselling to a broad range of SIE EMEA business functions, namely operations and corporate functions (including HR, Finance, Procurement and Facilities), reverse logistics, EMEA channel sales, peripheral and merchandise licensing, media and creative agencies, consumer insights, and Net Ads. What you'll be doing: Provide transactional support and counselling to a broad range of SIE EMEA business functions, including: Operations (warehousing and logistics, transportation services, reverse logistics); Corporate functions including HR, Finance, Procurement, Facilities (goods, software and services procurement); EMEA channels sales (terms of sale with retailers, distribution agreements); Peripheral and merchandise licensing (negotiating complex license agreements with peripheral and merchandise manufacturers for use of PS trademark or to make PlayStation compatible peripheral devices); media and creative agencies (purchasing and making advertising and digital activations); consumer insights; and Net Ads (insertion orders and targeted advertising). Support the above areas by managing and closing a wide variety of business-critical agreements in a high-volume environment. Identify opportunities and devise and implement solutions to improve and streamline PlayStation's internal processes to better scale high-volume contracting and in support of the above business areas. What we're looking for: A qualified lawyer with proven years' post-qualified legal experience. Experience with UK law is a requirement, experience with other European legal systems is a significant plus. Experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and licenses, particularly in the operations, sales, software, technology and/or marketing sectors. Experience supporting sales, operations and marketing and advertising related commercial transactions and related regulatory issues. Strong analytical ability and excellent judgment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. The ability to identify and analyse legal issues quickly and accurately in ambiguous environments and to develop creative, scalable, and customer-friendly solutions by exercising excellent judgement. The desire to develop trusted relationships internally and to work in a diverse and inclusive team. Capability to work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. In-house experience is a plus, particularly in a technology company or advertising or marketing agency. Able to establish relationships and consensus among cross-functional and cross-level groups and bring initiatives to conclusion. Organised self-starter, with drive and ambition who thrives under pressure, and is capable of confidently working alongside the most senior stakeholders across the wider business. Discretionary bonus opportunity Private Medical Insurance 25 days holiday per year Free soft drinks Access to cycle garage and showers Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. Equal Opportunity Statement: Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Depending upon where you are currently living, it may be necessary for you to relocate if you are appointed to this role. In order that we can ensure that we promptly provide any appropriate relocation support, please confirm the location at which you currently reside. Please select If Employee Referral, please provide the name of the employee who referred you. Do you wish to be considered for other roles? Do you hold the right to work in the UK? Please select If Other, please provide additional information regarding your right to work in the UK. UK Diversity & Inclusion - Voluntary Equal Opportunity Monitoring Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe Limited (' SIEE ') is committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Collecting diversity data is intended to help SIEE maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. Please read this notification and consent before you decide whether to submit your diversity data in the survey below. SIEE will treat all survey responses in the strictest confidence, and our personnel with decision-making role in the recruitment process can only see aggregated reports on the results of the survey and cannot allocate these aggregated reports to individual applicants. There is no obligation on you to provide diversity data, SIEE will treat all applicants the same regardless of whether they provide diversity data or not, and any responses to the survey will not affect our decision on your application. You can withdraw your consent at any time. The withdrawal of your consent does not affect the lawfulness of the processing of your diversity data based on your consent before its withdrawal. Please tick this box to confirm that you explicitly consent to providing the diversity data below, including the below sensitive information on your racial or ethnic origin, your sexual orientation and your gender identity, and to SIEE using this data as (Select one) Consent Do not consent How would you describe your gender identity? (Select one) Male Female Intersex Non-binary Prefer to self-describe Prefer not to say How would you describe your nationality and/or ethnicity? (Select one) Asian or Asian British - Indian Asian or Asian British - Chinese Asian or Asian British - Bangladeshi Asian or Asian British - Any other Asian background Asian or Asian British - Pakistani Asian or Asian British - Japanese White - English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British White - Irish White - Gypsy or Irish Traveller White - Any other White background Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups - White and Black Caribbean Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups - White and Black African Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups - White and Asian Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups - Any other Mixed or Multiple ethnic background Black, African, Caribbean or Black British - African Black, African, Caribbean or Black British - Caribbean Black, African, Caribbean or Black British - Any other Black, African or Caribbean background Other ethnic group - Arab Any other ethnic group Prefer not to say Do you identify as transgender? (Select one) Yes No Prefer not to say How would you describe your sexual orientation? (Select one) Heterosexual/ straight Gay Bisexual Lesbian Prefer to self-describe Prefer not to say
May 12, 2024
Full time
PlayStation isn't just the Best Place to Play - it's also the Best Place to Work. Today, we're recognized as a global leader in entertainment producing The PlayStation family of products and services including PlayStation5, PlayStation4, PlayStationVR, PlayStationPlus, acclaimed PlayStation software titles from PlayStation Studios, and more. PlayStation also strives to create an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for innovation, technology, and play to explore our open positions and join our growing global team. The PlayStation brand falls under Sony Interactive Entertainment, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation. Role overview: This role provides transactional support and counselling to a broad range of SIE EMEA business functions, namely operations and corporate functions (including HR, Finance, Procurement and Facilities), reverse logistics, EMEA channel sales, peripheral and merchandise licensing, media and creative agencies, consumer insights, and Net Ads. What you'll be doing: Provide transactional support and counselling to a broad range of SIE EMEA business functions, including: Operations (warehousing and logistics, transportation services, reverse logistics); Corporate functions including HR, Finance, Procurement, Facilities (goods, software and services procurement); EMEA channels sales (terms of sale with retailers, distribution agreements); Peripheral and merchandise licensing (negotiating complex license agreements with peripheral and merchandise manufacturers for use of PS trademark or to make PlayStation compatible peripheral devices); media and creative agencies (purchasing and making advertising and digital activations); consumer insights; and Net Ads (insertion orders and targeted advertising). Support the above areas by managing and closing a wide variety of business-critical agreements in a high-volume environment. Identify opportunities and devise and implement solutions to improve and streamline PlayStation's internal processes to better scale high-volume contracting and in support of the above business areas. What we're looking for: A qualified lawyer with proven years' post-qualified legal experience. Experience with UK law is a requirement, experience with other European legal systems is a significant plus. Experience negotiating complex commercial contracts and licenses, particularly in the operations, sales, software, technology and/or marketing sectors. Experience supporting sales, operations and marketing and advertising related commercial transactions and related regulatory issues. Strong analytical ability and excellent judgment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail. The ability to identify and analyse legal issues quickly and accurately in ambiguous environments and to develop creative, scalable, and customer-friendly solutions by exercising excellent judgement. The desire to develop trusted relationships internally and to work in a diverse and inclusive team. Capability to work efficiently, meet demanding deadlines and prioritize in a fast-paced environment. In-house experience is a plus, particularly in a technology company or advertising or marketing agency. Able to establish relationships and consensus among cross-functional and cross-level groups and bring initiatives to conclusion. Organised self-starter, with drive and ambition who thrives under pressure, and is capable of confidently working alongside the most senior stakeholders across the wider business. Discretionary bonus opportunity Private Medical Insurance 25 days holiday per year Free soft drinks Access to cycle garage and showers Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice for more information about how we process your personal information, and your data protection rights. Equal Opportunity Statement: Sony is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender (including gender identity, gender expression and gender reassignment), race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, trade union membership or membership in any other legally protected category. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees and embrace diversity. We encourage everyone to respond. PlayStation is a Fair Chance employer and qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered for employment. Depending upon where you are currently living, it may be necessary for you to relocate if you are appointed to this role. In order that we can ensure that we promptly provide any appropriate relocation support, please confirm the location at which you currently reside. Please select If Employee Referral, please provide the name of the employee who referred you. Do you wish to be considered for other roles? Do you hold the right to work in the UK? Please select If Other, please provide additional information regarding your right to work in the UK. UK Diversity & Inclusion - Voluntary Equal Opportunity Monitoring Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe Limited (' SIEE ') is committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. Collecting diversity data is intended to help SIEE maintain equal opportunities best practice and identify barriers to workforce equality and diversity. Please read this notification and consent before you decide whether to submit your diversity data in the survey below. SIEE will treat all survey responses in the strictest confidence, and our personnel with decision-making role in the recruitment process can only see aggregated reports on the results of the survey and cannot allocate these aggregated reports to individual applicants. There is no obligation on you to provide diversity data, SIEE will treat all applicants the same regardless of whether they provide diversity data or not, and any responses to the survey will not affect our decision on your application. You can withdraw your consent at any time. The withdrawal of your consent does not affect the lawfulness of the processing of your diversity data based on your consent before its withdrawal. Please tick this box to confirm that you explicitly consent to providing the diversity data below, including the below sensitive information on your racial or ethnic origin, your sexual orientation and your gender identity, and to SIEE using this data as (Select one) Consent Do not consent How would you describe your gender identity? (Select one) Male Female Intersex Non-binary Prefer to self-describe Prefer not to say How would you describe your nationality and/or ethnicity? 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We would also welcome applicants from the Manchester and Derby areas who could be based out of out offices there on office-working days. Purpose of the role: We are looking for a legal counsel with commercial experience to fulfil the role of General Counsel. In this role, you will act as sole counsel, sitting on the Executive Team and advising on commercial and regulatory matters across the business in the UK and Ireland. Main responsibilities and duties: Commercial and data protection: Providing day to day advice to the business on commercial and regulatory matters Advising all areas of the business on a range of contractual matters, including IT advertising agreements, contracts with media agencies, digital marketing agreements, intellectual property licences, services agreements, data processing agreements and sales agreements Advising on data protection legislation and best practices Negotiating and drafting sales contracts and addendums Handling litigation: evaluating claims and drafting settlement agreements, statements of claim and witness statements Advising on the existence and ownership of intellectual property rights, potential infringements, strategies for protecting them and their registration Reviewing marketing promotions and social media campaigns Consumer: Advising Customer Services team and acting as point of escalation for the team Acting as contact point for Trading Standards and the Advertising Standards Authority Looking into regulatory requirements for a range of products and services Governance/Corporate: Corporate support work Advising on legislative compliance, risks and challenges to the business including in relation to GDPR, PECR and FSMA Managing relationships with external legal providers in the UK and Republic of Ireland Working with the executive team on the acquisition or potential acquisition of businesses or on corporate restructures Employment: Supporting the HR team by drafting policies and procedures and template agreements, Advising on employment relation issues Real Estate: Negotiating leases, short-term licences to occupy and licences to alter Technical Skills required: Minimum 5 years PQE in a commercial role with in-house experience preferable. Prior e-commerce experience is encouraged but not required. System knowledge of OneTrust is desired but not required. Soft Skills required: Understanding of high confidentiality in role. Ability to prioritise and work flexibly, navigating quickly and comfortably between various different subject matters and shifting priorities. Exceptional organisational skills are requisite. Excellent written and verbal communication with a range of stakeholders is essential. The values we live and breathe: Passionate Innovative Open and Honest Team Growth In return, we offer a large number of employee benefits including: 25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday The opportunity to buy an additional 5 days holiday per annum - totalling 38 days annual leave! Up to £80,000 depending on experience Attractive bonus Flexibility to work from home Health Insurance New and modern office with a lively office culture based in Dalston - we will also accept candidates based in Manchester or Derby who could be based out of our offices in these locations. Employee discount on the Wowcher site Dress down everyday Cycle Scheme Pension Scheme Season Ticket Loan Epic summer and Christmas parties in true Wowcher style and more...!
Dec 02, 2021
Full time
We would also welcome applicants from the Manchester and Derby areas who could be based out of out offices there on office-working days. Purpose of the role: We are looking for a legal counsel with commercial experience to fulfil the role of General Counsel. In this role, you will act as sole counsel, sitting on the Executive Team and advising on commercial and regulatory matters across the business in the UK and Ireland. Main responsibilities and duties: Commercial and data protection: Providing day to day advice to the business on commercial and regulatory matters Advising all areas of the business on a range of contractual matters, including IT advertising agreements, contracts with media agencies, digital marketing agreements, intellectual property licences, services agreements, data processing agreements and sales agreements Advising on data protection legislation and best practices Negotiating and drafting sales contracts and addendums Handling litigation: evaluating claims and drafting settlement agreements, statements of claim and witness statements Advising on the existence and ownership of intellectual property rights, potential infringements, strategies for protecting them and their registration Reviewing marketing promotions and social media campaigns Consumer: Advising Customer Services team and acting as point of escalation for the team Acting as contact point for Trading Standards and the Advertising Standards Authority Looking into regulatory requirements for a range of products and services Governance/Corporate: Corporate support work Advising on legislative compliance, risks and challenges to the business including in relation to GDPR, PECR and FSMA Managing relationships with external legal providers in the UK and Republic of Ireland Working with the executive team on the acquisition or potential acquisition of businesses or on corporate restructures Employment: Supporting the HR team by drafting policies and procedures and template agreements, Advising on employment relation issues Real Estate: Negotiating leases, short-term licences to occupy and licences to alter Technical Skills required: Minimum 5 years PQE in a commercial role with in-house experience preferable. Prior e-commerce experience is encouraged but not required. System knowledge of OneTrust is desired but not required. Soft Skills required: Understanding of high confidentiality in role. Ability to prioritise and work flexibly, navigating quickly and comfortably between various different subject matters and shifting priorities. Exceptional organisational skills are requisite. Excellent written and verbal communication with a range of stakeholders is essential. The values we live and breathe: Passionate Innovative Open and Honest Team Growth In return, we offer a large number of employee benefits including: 25 days holiday plus 8 days bank holiday The opportunity to buy an additional 5 days holiday per annum - totalling 38 days annual leave! Up to £80,000 depending on experience Attractive bonus Flexibility to work from home Health Insurance New and modern office with a lively office culture based in Dalston - we will also accept candidates based in Manchester or Derby who could be based out of our offices in these locations. Employee discount on the Wowcher site Dress down everyday Cycle Scheme Pension Scheme Season Ticket Loan Epic summer and Christmas parties in true Wowcher style and more...!