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APD Communications
51-200 employees
information-technology-and-services
contact-management
driver-behaviour
idr
information-technology
sat-nav-dispatch
services
software-iccs
telematics
telephony-integration
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About APD Communications
We're now NEC Software Solutions as the control room centre of excellence within the Safety division. Follow us on our new LinkedIn pages or visit our website at www.necsws.com.www.linkedin.com/company/necswswww.linkedin.com/showcase/nec-software-solutions-public-safety
3 months ago
Legal Counsel/Contracts Manager
Full-time
Mid Level
Legal Counsel/Contracts Manager
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Description
- We are seeking an experienced Legal Counsel/Contracts Manager, who will report to Head of Legal, to be based in Alderley Edge, Cheshire.
- The legal team at NECSWS is responsible for ensuring the integrity of, and maximising the potential of, commercial contracts for the supply of a variety of services and solutions, both to and by the company and its group.
- The core functions include bid management, new customer contracts, governance and compliance, supplier and third-party agreements, risk assessment and mitigation, post-signature contract and dispute management, legal and commercial education, training and awareness.
- The role involves preparing and presenting legal advice, drafting and negotiating contracts (software licensing, cloud hosting & SaaS, supply agreements, outsourcing, consultancy), reviewing bids, advising on legal and commercial risks, managing contract documentation, updating templates, handling legal enquiries, assisting with disputes and litigation, liaising with external counsel, and ensuring compliance with business processes.
- The candidate should have a good understanding of commercial contracts, core principles, and strong drafting skills.
- Effective communication, ability to work autonomously, and experience in supervising team members are preferred.
- The role requires a legal qualification (e.g., law degree, SQE, solicitor, or legal executive) and at least 2+ years’ contract experience, preferably with technology, software, or IPR focus.
- Experience with public sector contracts and procurement is advantageous.
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Benefits
- Above average pension scheme
- Private Medical Cover funded by NEC for Employees (with option to add family members at additional cost)
- 25 days paid holiday with the option to buy/sell
- 4 x basic salary life assurance cover funded by NEC (with option to increase)
- Group Pension Plan with employer contributions up to 8.5%
- Flexible benefits to suit individual needs
- Free access to LinkedIn Learning with over 15,000 courses