Legal Associate

Summary

Join Datamaran, a leader in smart ESG solutions, as a part-time Legal Associate supporting global operations, primarily focusing on the US subsidiary. This remote role, preferably based in the UK or Netherlands, involves contract negotiation, legal research, and cross-departmental collaboration. You will assist the Legal Manager in various legal matters, coordinate with external advisors, and contribute to ad hoc projects. This position offers the opportunity to apply your New York law expertise in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Datamaran provides a dynamic work environment and various benefits depending on location.

Requirements

• A law degree and New York qualification as a lawyer is a must
• 1-2 years of experience in a law firm and/or as in-house post qualification (experience is SaaS companies is considered a plus)
• Experience creating, maintaining and improving in-house compliance/legal processes and documents systematically
• Ability to navigate and interpret legal and regulatory frameworks in an applied setting
• Ability to balance a high level of attention to detail with a high level of prioritization
• Strong communication skills, written and spoken, for a variety of audiences

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Legal Manager, draft, review, and negotiate contracts and/or a variety of agreements entered by the company (including SaaS agreements, NDAs, and supplier agreements etc.) with a high level of accuracy to ensure the legal protection of the company and ensure that any agreements align with business objectives and internal guidelines
• Serve as the liaison between various teams and leadership, ensuring all contracts meet legal and company standards
• Provide legal support across the Datamaran Group
• To support and advise on a variety of legal matters which may affect the Datamaran’s Group (with a main focus on the US subsidiary) under the supervision of the Legal Manager, where appropriate
• To support the Legal and Privacy Manager with the routinary activities and ad hoc projects, where required
• To coordinate with external legal advisers as and when required
• To stay updated on legal trends, regulations, and technology-related legal developments in all areas that may affect the company
• Keep up to date with relevant laws and regulations across key jurisdictions we work in, using this knowledge to inform your work
• To provide legal opinions under New York law by way of research as and when requested
• To work closely with different departments to understand their legal needs and provide actionable advice
• Inform and support the rest of the company to ensure consistency and compliance with applicable laws, and regulations across our policies and practices
• To assist with and/or lead various and ad hoc projects
• To assist in any presentations on legal topics to departments as and when required

Benefits

• A dynamic and international work environment
• Hybrid working with flexible working hours
• Employee centric office in centre London
• Learning and Development path
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• 25 days of annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Private Health Insurance programme
• Pension scheme
• Gym allowance
• Subsidised lunch + Free snacks in the office, with CSO (Chief Snack Officer!)
• Competitive Salary
• Flexible working hours to accommodate your family and personal needs
• 25 days of a paid vacation days + public holidays
• Learning and professional development programs
• Pension plan (non-contributory)
• Healthcare contribution
• Gym programme
• Best IT equipment and software to support your work including Macbook (or Linux if you prefer)