Senior Legal Counsel At Endava, technology is our how and people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change. We combine world-class engineering with industry expertise and a people-centric mindset to consult and partner with leading brands from various industries, creating dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses. From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters. This role involves collaborating with our dynamic global legal team as a highly skilled and motivated Senior Legal Counsel with at least 7+ years of post-graduate experience. You will hold a postgraduate degree in Law with a concentration on Commercial Law, demonstrating a strong command of corporate legal matters, contracts, and negotiation skills. C1 or greater English proficiency is mandatory for frequent interaction with international teams and stakeholders. This position is hybrid in-person/remote, with an in-office requirement of 40% of the month. - Draft and negotiate commercial contracts including Master Service Agreements, Statements of Work, Non-Disclosure Agreements, Supplier Contracts, Licensing Agreements, Data Privacy and Security Agreements. - Liaise with internal business clients and stakeholders as well as external clients and stakeholders to ensure timely review, negotiation, and adherence with internal policies and practices. - Coordinate contract drafting, review, and execution across multiple business units and departments. - Develop and deliver contract risk assessments and briefings. - Provide guidance on contract risk, terms, and negotiations to ensure the best possible outcome for the company. - Collaborate with project teams to understand products and/or services being provided and develop contract document templates. - Build positive and productive relationships with contract requestors, project teams, and senior leadership involved in the contract process. - Conduct research and fact gathering to support senior legal team on assigned legal matters. - Effectively use contract management tools and systems. You will bring: Required Qualifications: - Education: Postgraduate degree in Law with a concentration on Commercial Law. - Experience: at least 7+ years of post-graduate experience in a recognized top law firm. - Language Proficiency: C1 or greater English proficiency (written and spoken). - Technical Skills: Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with contract management software is a plus. - Legal Registration: Membership in a recognized legal association. - Demonstrable experience in high-level contract drafting, negotiation, finalization, and effective use of contract management policies and tools. - Solid working knowledge of legal issues related to global commercial transactions, including IP protection, artificial intelligence, data privacy, and security, and commercial disputes. - Strong interpersonal skills and experience interacting professionally with all levels of management, multiple geographies, internal subject matter experts, legal staff, vendors, and clients. - Pragmatic, practical, and commercial approach to problem solving, balancing legal risk with business objectives to get deals done. - Strong attention to detail and accuracy. - Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural, cross-functional environment. - Proactive approach to managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines. - Self-motivated and able to accomplish assigned tasks with minimal supervision. - Demonstrate a positive attitude, ability to work with others. - Strong ethics, integrity, and values, maintaining confidentiality concerning agreement contents and other highly sensitive business matters and projects required. - Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure with strict deadlines effectively in a fast-changing business environment. - Ability to work well in a team environment, taking ownership of projects and driving them to conclusion. - Possess adaptability to changes, delays, or unexpected shifts in priorities while maintaining focus and productivity in a high-volume environment required. - Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (and contract management applications) Benefits: - Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus; - Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership; - Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences; - Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme; - Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps; - Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations. Seniority level - Mid-Senior level Employment type - Full-time Job function - Legal - Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting