Senior Associate

Why join us?

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at DWF Nurturing talent is very important to us. We are committed to equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will positively impact on our clients and communities in which we live and work. At DWF we empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations. Disability Support As an inclusive employer, DWF wants to see every candidate performing at their best. 

Responsibilities

Senior Associate - Compliance

Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Contract/Compliance Senior Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in reviewing, redlining, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, including Non-Disclosure Agreements, Software License Agreements, Data License Agreements, Pharmaceutical Contracts, Publishing Contracts, Vendor Services Agreements, Master Services Agreements, Statements of Work, License Purchase Agreements, Lease Agreements, and other commercial contracts. Key Responsibilities:  Engage directly with counterparties to negotiate contractual provisions.  Support the creation of contract negotiation playbooks and harmonization of contract templates.  Drive the entire contract lifecycle as per requirements.  Resolve queries and perform quality check on projects.  Understand the commercial and legal implications of contracts and the subsequent redline changes for taking agreements to closure.  Experience in GDPR with respect to (i) identifying any vendor contracts where Privacy Shield is still being used as a transfer tool and (ii) updating the transfer tool in these contracts by inserting Standard Contractual Clauses ("SCCs"). Negotiate the vendor revisions and execute contracts on CLM  Conduct due diligence on client tool on contracts to identify and extract key clauses. Capturing key data from the contracts and prepare a due diligence report  Address contractual queries from engagement stakeholders in case of any ambiguity. Provide clarity on contract language by conducting contract research. Recommend contract change in case of any gap identified related to contractual clauses in the interest of the Service Provide  Maintain document repository of all contractual documents including change orders, SOWs, obligation artifacts etc.  Extract and track the contractual obligations systematically by categorizing the criticality, priority and business impact.  Work closely with the Service Delivery Manager/Action Owners to ensure the compliance of contractual obligations related contracts.  Plan and manage projects with the Project Manager to ensure the performance and delivery of the services within timelines and with expected.  Identify the risk associated with the non-compliance of contractual obligation.  Work as one team and assist other team members to achieve client requirements while working on multiple contract processes. 3 DWF | Senior Associate- Compliance  Provide professional, timely, and prompt responses to the Delivery Managers to support the client(s).  Manage deadlines efficiently without delays.  Maintain focus and attention to detail with an appreciation for the need to consistently achieve 100% accuracy.  Escalate issues promptly and appropriately.  Record all time completely and accurately in accordance with established policy.  Manage project-related files and documents. Client Management:  Demonstrate the ability to provide effective inputs for client calls.  Produce accurate, clear, and concise client emails.  Demonstrate business acumen and a strong understanding of client needs for quality work. People Management:  Act as a team player and help foster team spirit.  Work as a SME and guide the team with process queries by resolving escalations timely   Key Competencies:  Legal knowledge relevant to the practice group or service line.  Strong process orientation and exceptional attention to detail.  Client management skills.  Experience in reviewing, redlining, and negotiating a wide range of contracts.  Excellent data management and data extraction skills.  Superior writing and research skills.  Flexibility in working on any of the tools or spreadsheets as required.
What will help you succeed in this role?

Experience and Education:  Experience: 4+ years of relevant experience (experience in a law firm or as in-house counsel is a plus).  Education: Law Graduate.  Skills: Excellent English reading and writing skills, and working knowledge of the redlining/track changes feature within Microsoft Word.
What we offer

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs. 

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations. 

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