[EXPIRED] Corporate Legal Counsel
To register your interest in this position please send a copy of your resume to careers@alfresco.com.
Alfresco is the leading open source alternative for enterprise content management. It couples the innovation of open source with the stability of a true enterprise-class platform.
The open source model allows Alfresco to use best-of-breed open source technologies and contributions from the open source community to get higher quality software produced more quickly at much lower cost.
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| Job Type | Permanent Full-Time |
| Department | G&A |
| Time Zone | GMT |
| Location | Maidenhead, UK |
| Reporting To | Chief Financial Officer |
| Start Date | Immediate |
We are seeking a Legal Counsel to focus on commercial transactions and a variety of other corporate matters. The role will support the Company’s US and EU locations for all general corporate matters and work on customer-facing transactions in the US and EU. Whilst the role has the attraction of considerable autonomy, working collaboratively as part of a small and fast-paced start-up operation is essential.
Experience
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Strong academic credentials.
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At least 5 years’ law firm and/or in-house PQE and exposure to working in a global environment
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US experience would be desirable
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Draft, review and negotiate and draft a variety of transnational commercial agreements including software development and licensing, service agreements, inbound license agreements
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Knowledge and experience of open source software licensing – GPL, etc
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Advising clients on structuring complex deals
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Prior experience in a technology services or technology outsourcing environment
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Experience in intellectual property and IPR best practices
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Strong background and experience in securities and corporate governance
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Prepare exhibits to SEC filings
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Support the continuous improvement of standard form agreements, the development of policies and procedures for commercial agreements and develop and be able to provide training to business and sales groups
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Experience in handling employment matters in the United States and Europe would be beneficial
Qualifications and Skills Required
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BA or BS level (or equivalent)
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5+ years relevant experience in software industry and/or legal practice
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US and EMEA wide experience required
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Excellent business judgment, strategic thinking and financial background
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Must be very organized and have attention to detail as well as ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
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Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad variety of legal matters
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Superior English language written and verbal communication skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills, dynamic and highly team-oriented
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Commitment to professionalism and collegiality is required
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Languages would be desirable (particularly French)
