Job description

In over five decades of business MIKI Travel have grown to become one of the most influential Global Wholesaler’s in the world.

With offices in over 36 countries around the world we offer a diverse range of travel products.

We aim to deliver outstanding customer service and satisfaction through continuous innovation, development and investment in systems and technology.

In-House Legal Adviser – Part-time (3 days per week)

Job Purpose

Role Purpose - The Legal department needs an additional commercial legal counsel, reporting to the General Counsel, to deliver the legal advice, contractual review, drafting and negotiation needed to support the pipeline of commercial activities.

Main Responsibilities

• To advise, review and negotiate a wide range of contracts, (including supply and purchase, agency and tour operator).
• Manage the conduct of claims and disputes (including employment).
• Providing pragmatic legal advice, both verbally and in writing.
• Drafting contracts and policies as required.

Skills and Experience

Relevant Skills/Characteristics

• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2-3 years PQE (This is a guideline only. All candidates with relevant experience will be considered).
• Able to work confidently and proactively in a team, or independently.
• Good verbal and written communications.
• Ability to use initiative and act autonomously.
• Attention to detail.
• Highly organised and systematic way of working, to thrive in a pressured environment with tight deadlines.
• Resilience, and a can-do attitude to thrive in an environment of constant change / process improvement.

Required Experience/Knowledge:

Essential

• Solid commercial contract work experience with strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to recognize legal risks and propose solutions.
• Sound knowledge of Employment Law.
• Experience of intellectual property rights and a good understanding of IT service agreements, consumer/competition law, and e commerce and data protection.
• UK Qualified or recognised UK Qualifications.
• Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable

• In-house commercial experience, including via Private Practice secondment.
• Experience in the Travel and Tourism sector would be an advantage.

What we offer

As well as a lively, multicultural working environment our benefits also include:

• Riverside offices in the City of London with great transport links
• Free Gym and Swimming Pool on site
• Digital GP service and free Eye Tests (for VDU use)
• Pension, Life Assurance etc.

Date Posted

20 September 2019

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