Commercial/Contracts Lawyer

Job title: Commercial/Contracts Lawyer Job reference: 16189BR Location: Belfast Salary: Competitive plus benefits Who we are The PwC Legal Network is a member of the PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) international network of firms. We are a thriving business consisting of over 42 Partners and Directors and a 350 strong team. As well as project-based, specialist legal advice, we offer our clients ongoing general counsel support. Our Lawyers also work alongside the wider PwC firm, using cutting edge technology to provide a truly one service offering. We are part of the largest global network of lawyers and have access to legal expertise in over 86 countries (161 countries including immigration law) Our IT, IP and Commercial group provides a comprehensive range of legal services in the areas of intellectual property, IT and contracts and commercial law. Our clients include Public Sector, major multi-nationals, mid-tier businesses and start-ups, in all industry sectors. About the role A number of exciting opportunities have arisen to join the legal team based in our state of the art facility in Belfast, working closely with our London office. We are looking for talented and ambitious individuals with a passion for client service. We are experiencing significant growth in both our private and public sector practices largely due to our ability to harness new technology to deliver better services, faster. This is the ideal environment for an individual who wants to be part of the future of legal services and solve real business problems. Specifically, the role is likely to include: Reviewing, assessing, and drafting IT, IP and commercial agreements; Advice on IT, IP, e-commerce and general commercial laws; Supporting clients in the negotiation of a range of transactions Some corporate support/due diligence work; Business Development, including over time building a network of referrers within PwC as well as developing direct client relationships. General Commercial, IP/IT and Outsourcing agreements. Essential skills/Requirements Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction Excellent academic background IT law experience Strong contract drafting and analytical skills 2-4 years' PQE Ability to meet tight deadlines and to thrive in a fast-paced environment The ability to us initiative and a willingness to embrace innovation and continuous improvement Ability to meet tight deadlines and to thrive in a fast-paced environment Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team Ability to harness new technology to deliver better services, faster Location Belfast Tax We help organisations and the people who run them answer the big business questions. How should we raise finance? Where should we be based? How should we reward our people? With some 3,300 experts whose expertise covers every conceivable area of taxation, we're one of the UK's leading tax practices. The skills we look for in future employees All our people need to demonstrate the skills and behaviours that support us in delivering our business strategy. This is important to the work we do for our business, and our clients. These skills and behaviours make up our global leadership framework, ‘The PwC Professional' and are made up of five core attributes; whole leadership, technical capabilities, business acumen, global acumen and relationships. Learn more here www.pwc.com/uk/careers/experienced/apply Diversity We work in a changing world which offers great opportunities for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We seek to attract and employ the best people from the widest talent pool, as well as those who reflect the diverse nature of our society. And we aim to encourage a culture where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths. Creating value through diversity is what makes us strong as a business and as an organisation with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate. Learn more here www.pwc.com/uk/diversity To Apply Please click on the APPLY button below to be directed to our website.