Quantity Surveyor Job location: Warwick Office (1-2 days per week) AND Work From Home (HYBRID) Job type: Full time, permanent Job reference: (00)474 Telent are hiring for a Quantity Surveyor to join the Network Services Wireless team. This is a brand-new position! Reporting into the Bid & Pre-Sales Manager, the successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of project cost control from tender stage to final account stage. This is an "Agile working" role, which will see you working out of our Warwick Headquarters at least 1-2 days per week and working from home / remote working. This Quantity Surveyor position will see you work with some major UK Mobile Network Operators (MNO). Telent usually work on around 20-30 build projects per month, located across the UK. At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation better. Join us and help keep the nations critical networks connected and protected 24/7. Quantity Surveyor - What you'll do: Preparing and ensuring (i) monthly client applications for payment are issued in accordance with the contract and (ii) timely certification and payment by the client Administration of contracts (with support from commercial) Reporting monthly on cost/value reconciliations Support the project manager in the preparation of claims for delay and associated quantum Working with the project manager to prepare and present the monthly contract review to senior management team. Payment and commercial management of Suppliers/Sub-Contractors Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards Interpreting drawings to establish costings and providing estimates where required Quantity Surveyor: Who you are: You will have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor in a similar industry, with excellent stakeholder management, estimating, cost control, reporting and communication skills. The successful Quantity Surveyor will also ideally come from the Mobile Network Operators sector, with knowledge of the industry; however, we are also interested in a Quantity Surveyor from Construction, Wireless Telecoms or even the Fibre industries. Quantity Surveyor - Key Requirements: Demonstrable Quantity Surveying experience working either for a Client, Contractor or Sub-Contractor Ideally qualified to Degree level or equivalent Working towards the APC for MRICS or ACIOB chartership Possess commercial awareness Competent user of Microsoft Office package Telent - What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: Company car allowance 34 days holiday, including public bank holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year Company matched pension scheme (up to 6% contribution matched) A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video!
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Job location: Warwick Office (1-2 days per week) AND Work From Home (HYBRID) Job type: Full time, permanent Job reference: (00)474 Telent are hiring for a Quantity Surveyor to join the Network Services Wireless team. This is a brand-new position! Reporting into the Bid & Pre-Sales Manager, the successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all aspects of project cost control from tender stage to final account stage. This is an "Agile working" role, which will see you working out of our Warwick Headquarters at least 1-2 days per week and working from home / remote working. This Quantity Surveyor position will see you work with some major UK Mobile Network Operators (MNO). Telent usually work on around 20-30 build projects per month, located across the UK. At Telent, you will have the opportunity to be a part of something bigger. To keep things moving, to connect people. It's important work we do. Learning together, inspiring colleagues, and making the entire organisation better. Join us and help keep the nations critical networks connected and protected 24/7. Quantity Surveyor - What you'll do: Preparing and ensuring (i) monthly client applications for payment are issued in accordance with the contract and (ii) timely certification and payment by the client Administration of contracts (with support from commercial) Reporting monthly on cost/value reconciliations Support the project manager in the preparation of claims for delay and associated quantum Working with the project manager to prepare and present the monthly contract review to senior management team. Payment and commercial management of Suppliers/Sub-Contractors Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards Interpreting drawings to establish costings and providing estimates where required Quantity Surveyor: Who you are: You will have experience working as a Quantity Surveyor in a similar industry, with excellent stakeholder management, estimating, cost control, reporting and communication skills. The successful Quantity Surveyor will also ideally come from the Mobile Network Operators sector, with knowledge of the industry; however, we are also interested in a Quantity Surveyor from Construction, Wireless Telecoms or even the Fibre industries. Quantity Surveyor - Key Requirements: Demonstrable Quantity Surveying experience working either for a Client, Contractor or Sub-Contractor Ideally qualified to Degree level or equivalent Working towards the APC for MRICS or ACIOB chartership Possess commercial awareness Competent user of Microsoft Office package Telent - What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: Company car allowance 34 days holiday, including public bank holidays, plus the option to buy or sell five days each year Company matched pension scheme (up to 6% contribution matched) A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video!
Junior Commercial Manager Permanent Reading - Hybrid Working Context: The Commercial directorate was formed to create a centralised model for commercial delivery, owns the commercial strategy that supports our corporate outcomes including all procurement activity and commercial, supplier and contract management, and coordinates overall supplier relationships. As the Junior Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the management and supplier relationship for a specified portfolio of suppliers. This will include providing commercial support to MBNL's business and project teams to ensure budgetary compliance; negotiating pricing and identifying saving opportunities; managing existing agreements with suppliers; negotiating new framework agreements with key suppliers; and minimising commercial risks. What you will do: Be responsible for all elements of the Commercial framework for your allocated Suppliers - to include Selection, Contracting, Onboarding, In-Life and Exit. Develop a strong, effective relationships across the Commercial team and wider business. Make provision for all commercial deliverables, as necessary e.g. negotiation plan, contract risk analysis, benefits analysis and contract creation and closure. Support tender activities using established commercial and governance processes. Ensure the maintenance and timely execution of contract renewal pipeline. Draft and negotiate supplier contracts with support from MBNL Legal. Draft and negotiate contract amendments with support from MBNL Legal. Ensure contractual governance / approval mechanisms are applied correctly. Work with relevant business areas to track performance of suppliers against the contract on key contractual KPIs, working with and ensuring that the suppliers are delivering on all fronts. Be responsible for ensuring that supplier contract and part number information is accurately reflected in MBNL's contract database and ERP system, for the suppliers you manage. Work with respective colleagues to resolve associated issues. What we are looking for: Previous experience of procurement, Supplier relationship management and/or in-life contract management. Commercial and/or Contract negotiation. A high level of personal motivation, being a self-starter with a willingness to develop and learn. Ability to prioritise workload, solve problems, and able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Someone who has a structured and methodical approach to work with great organisational skills. Good understanding of contract law. Demonstrable Supplier & Contract management experience. Nice to have: MCIPS, RICS, LLB, WCC/IACCM or other relevant professional qualifications. Experience of working in or with a Joint Venture or similar multi-stakeholder environment. Telecoms industry experience. MBNL - building strength through inclusion. MBNL is owned equally by EE and Three, two of the UK's most recognisable and innovative mobile operators. They are our shareholders, but to us they are also our customers. Our mission is to create maximum value for our Shareholders, by delivering and managing their best network experiences at the lowest cost. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. To find out more about the role please send through your CV to (url removed) Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Junior Commercial Manager Permanent Reading - Hybrid Working Context: The Commercial directorate was formed to create a centralised model for commercial delivery, owns the commercial strategy that supports our corporate outcomes including all procurement activity and commercial, supplier and contract management, and coordinates overall supplier relationships. As the Junior Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the management and supplier relationship for a specified portfolio of suppliers. This will include providing commercial support to MBNL's business and project teams to ensure budgetary compliance; negotiating pricing and identifying saving opportunities; managing existing agreements with suppliers; negotiating new framework agreements with key suppliers; and minimising commercial risks. What you will do: Be responsible for all elements of the Commercial framework for your allocated Suppliers - to include Selection, Contracting, Onboarding, In-Life and Exit. Develop a strong, effective relationships across the Commercial team and wider business. Make provision for all commercial deliverables, as necessary e.g. negotiation plan, contract risk analysis, benefits analysis and contract creation and closure. Support tender activities using established commercial and governance processes. Ensure the maintenance and timely execution of contract renewal pipeline. Draft and negotiate supplier contracts with support from MBNL Legal. Draft and negotiate contract amendments with support from MBNL Legal. Ensure contractual governance / approval mechanisms are applied correctly. Work with relevant business areas to track performance of suppliers against the contract on key contractual KPIs, working with and ensuring that the suppliers are delivering on all fronts. Be responsible for ensuring that supplier contract and part number information is accurately reflected in MBNL's contract database and ERP system, for the suppliers you manage. Work with respective colleagues to resolve associated issues. What we are looking for: Previous experience of procurement, Supplier relationship management and/or in-life contract management. Commercial and/or Contract negotiation. A high level of personal motivation, being a self-starter with a willingness to develop and learn. Ability to prioritise workload, solve problems, and able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Someone who has a structured and methodical approach to work with great organisational skills. Good understanding of contract law. Demonstrable Supplier & Contract management experience. Nice to have: MCIPS, RICS, LLB, WCC/IACCM or other relevant professional qualifications. Experience of working in or with a Joint Venture or similar multi-stakeholder environment. Telecoms industry experience. MBNL - building strength through inclusion. MBNL is owned equally by EE and Three, two of the UK's most recognisable and innovative mobile operators. They are our shareholders, but to us they are also our customers. Our mission is to create maximum value for our Shareholders, by delivering and managing their best network experiences at the lowest cost. At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other's uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity within MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers. We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, (like non-standard hours, part-time, remote working). We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. MBNL are proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and Disability Confident accredited. To find out more about the role please send through your CV to (url removed) Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the their Telecoms teams based out of Farnborough. Our clients' Telecoms & Security business works predominantly within the UK's Critical National Infrastructure market, focussing on Defence, Water, Energy, Transport and Telecommunications sectors. They deliver multi-site security programs, and have expertise in the planning, design and delivery processes, in addition to CNI Security knowledge and experience, enables them to efficiently deliver fully integrated physical and electronic security programmes and portfolios of work on critical operational assets. Responsibilities Maximise margin recovery through Clients and Subcontractors accounts Create and maintain profit motivation of the team, having regard for Client/Subcontractor relations Optimise cash flow through external valuations and control of subcontractor accounts Monitor Reserves/Work in Progress, and Subcontractors Payments Provide assistance to Financial Department in the recovery of outstanding monies Monitor both Main Final Account and Subcontractors Final Account progress Monitor and facilitate the recovery of retention and the like Ensure correct contractual procedures are operated for both Main Contracts and Subcontracts Ensure that the site team is complying with contractual obligations Monitor that subcontract conditions are 'Back to Back' with main contract conditions or with maximum risk transfer Identify financial risk associated with non-compliance of contract conditions and report accordingly Identify any special addition terms and conditions that should be incorporated in the subcontract agreement Provide pre-contract advice to Estimating Department related to amended Terms and Conditions of Main Contracts and resource availability for forward workload Claims preparation and recovery Ensure that all necessary contemporaneous records and documentation are maintained for maximum recovery Provide monthly Cost Value Reports and monthly Margin Analysis in conjunction with Line Management Identify separately over/under valuation, maintenance reserves, speculative reserves and any management adjustments. Identify and evaluate risk for example prolongation costs not recoverable together with any liability for LADS. Forecast Out-turn Margin / Commercial Analysis / programme / progress in conjunction with Line Management & review monthly. Forecast contract turnover in conjunction with Line Management and adjust as necessary. Weekly Contract WIP and Debtor reviews with Quantity Surveyors and monthly collated reports for management Skills/experience/qualifications Experience within the construction/telecommunications industries and knowledge of the relevant standards. Candidates must be willing to work toward obtaining a security clearance to DV for the role. Previous experience on large scale defence/MoD projects is advantageous but not essential Ability to establish strong, collaborative working relationships. Excellent team player Benefits Salary 40-55k depending on experience Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays Car allowance tbc A wide range of corporate discounts Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options Paid professional memberships
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join the their Telecoms teams based out of Farnborough. Our clients' Telecoms & Security business works predominantly within the UK's Critical National Infrastructure market, focussing on Defence, Water, Energy, Transport and Telecommunications sectors. They deliver multi-site security programs, and have expertise in the planning, design and delivery processes, in addition to CNI Security knowledge and experience, enables them to efficiently deliver fully integrated physical and electronic security programmes and portfolios of work on critical operational assets. Responsibilities Maximise margin recovery through Clients and Subcontractors accounts Create and maintain profit motivation of the team, having regard for Client/Subcontractor relations Optimise cash flow through external valuations and control of subcontractor accounts Monitor Reserves/Work in Progress, and Subcontractors Payments Provide assistance to Financial Department in the recovery of outstanding monies Monitor both Main Final Account and Subcontractors Final Account progress Monitor and facilitate the recovery of retention and the like Ensure correct contractual procedures are operated for both Main Contracts and Subcontracts Ensure that the site team is complying with contractual obligations Monitor that subcontract conditions are 'Back to Back' with main contract conditions or with maximum risk transfer Identify financial risk associated with non-compliance of contract conditions and report accordingly Identify any special addition terms and conditions that should be incorporated in the subcontract agreement Provide pre-contract advice to Estimating Department related to amended Terms and Conditions of Main Contracts and resource availability for forward workload Claims preparation and recovery Ensure that all necessary contemporaneous records and documentation are maintained for maximum recovery Provide monthly Cost Value Reports and monthly Margin Analysis in conjunction with Line Management Identify separately over/under valuation, maintenance reserves, speculative reserves and any management adjustments. Identify and evaluate risk for example prolongation costs not recoverable together with any liability for LADS. Forecast Out-turn Margin / Commercial Analysis / programme / progress in conjunction with Line Management & review monthly. Forecast contract turnover in conjunction with Line Management and adjust as necessary. Weekly Contract WIP and Debtor reviews with Quantity Surveyors and monthly collated reports for management Skills/experience/qualifications Experience within the construction/telecommunications industries and knowledge of the relevant standards. Candidates must be willing to work toward obtaining a security clearance to DV for the role. Previous experience on large scale defence/MoD projects is advantageous but not essential Ability to establish strong, collaborative working relationships. Excellent team player Benefits Salary 40-55k depending on experience Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service, plus the opportunity to purchase further holidays Car allowance tbc A wide range of corporate discounts Comprehensive pension plan Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Private medical scheme options Paid professional memberships
Senior Quantity Surveyor (NEC3 / NEC4) Barnet / Elstreet, with flexible working. Package: 65,000 - 75,000 base plus car allowance or electric car, bonus, healthcare. We're looking for a senior quantity surveyor to come and join a tier one contractor building utility networks across the South of England and this is a long term deal, working with one of the main technology companies in the UK. This business is fast becoming the tier one of choice, with a range of different business streams but this particular position is on a permanent basis, and will sit in the telecoms division. Assigned to a specific client that is a household name, the company to continue to expand so need additional QS resource to ensure effective cost management of the tier 2 contractors, and ensuring everything is flowing smoothly by way of claims into the client. Key is to mitigate any exposure of the company to commercial risk via poor contract administration. We're looking for someone with excellent commercial acumen and a proven track record delivering commercially sound telecoms or utility projects. You are going to be responsible for detailed cost control and recovery of value on the project, working for a tier one contractor on a multiple year telecoms build across the South East. This is stable, long term and the team continues to grow, offering good chances to keep advancing but also to get involved long term in the different utility divisions of the company, so power, water, rail etc. Reporting to the regional commercial manager, you'll manage effective dispute resolution with clients and subcontractors, whilst promoting a robust subcontractor management process with the associated governance. On the client side, you'll manage submission of payment assessments and make sure cash collection is prompt. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable senior / leadership level experience in quantity surveying experience in a similar position with a main contractor or client within telecoms, utilities or civils. In depth knowledge of NEC 3 or 4 contracts and that's ideally along with CEMAR. Role is Elstree / Barnet based and is close to the A1. Flexible working is in place, but you'll likely be in the office 3-4 days a week, so need to be living within commuting distance. Package to include electric vehicle or car allowance, health care and annual bonus linked to contract performance.
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor (NEC3 / NEC4) Barnet / Elstreet, with flexible working. Package: 65,000 - 75,000 base plus car allowance or electric car, bonus, healthcare. We're looking for a senior quantity surveyor to come and join a tier one contractor building utility networks across the South of England and this is a long term deal, working with one of the main technology companies in the UK. This business is fast becoming the tier one of choice, with a range of different business streams but this particular position is on a permanent basis, and will sit in the telecoms division. Assigned to a specific client that is a household name, the company to continue to expand so need additional QS resource to ensure effective cost management of the tier 2 contractors, and ensuring everything is flowing smoothly by way of claims into the client. Key is to mitigate any exposure of the company to commercial risk via poor contract administration. We're looking for someone with excellent commercial acumen and a proven track record delivering commercially sound telecoms or utility projects. You are going to be responsible for detailed cost control and recovery of value on the project, working for a tier one contractor on a multiple year telecoms build across the South East. This is stable, long term and the team continues to grow, offering good chances to keep advancing but also to get involved long term in the different utility divisions of the company, so power, water, rail etc. Reporting to the regional commercial manager, you'll manage effective dispute resolution with clients and subcontractors, whilst promoting a robust subcontractor management process with the associated governance. On the client side, you'll manage submission of payment assessments and make sure cash collection is prompt. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable senior / leadership level experience in quantity surveying experience in a similar position with a main contractor or client within telecoms, utilities or civils. In depth knowledge of NEC 3 or 4 contracts and that's ideally along with CEMAR. Role is Elstree / Barnet based and is close to the A1. Flexible working is in place, but you'll likely be in the office 3-4 days a week, so need to be living within commuting distance. Package to include electric vehicle or car allowance, health care and annual bonus linked to contract performance.
The Role: The Commercial directorate was formed to create a centralised model for commercial delivery, owns the commercial strategy that supports our corporate outcomes including all procurement activity and commercial, supplier and contract management, and coordinates overall supplier relationships. Within this role, you will be responsible for the management and supplier relationship for a specified portfolio of suppliers and will provide commercial support to the company's business and project teams to ensure budgetary compliance; negotiate pricing and identify savings opportunities; manage existing agreements with suppliers; negotiate new framework agreements with key suppliers; minimise commercial risks. What you will do: Be responsible for all elements of the Commercial framework associated to the Supplier Base for which you manage. Supplier Strategy, Supplier Selection, Contracting, Onboarding, In-Life and Exit Management core elements of the framework Develop a strong, effective relationship within the Commercial team and all areas Make provision for all commercial deliverables, as necessary e.g. negotiation plan, contract risk analysis, benefits analysis and contract creation and closure Support tender activities Draft and negotiate supplier contracts Ensure contractual governance / approval mechanisms are applied What we are looking for: Previous experience of procurement or in-life contract management Negotiating framework contracts Good understanding of contract law Demonstrable Supplier & Contract management experience Nice to have: MCIPS, RICS, LLB or other relevant professional qualifications Experience of working in or with a Joint Venture organisation or in a similar multi-stakeholder environment. Telecoms industry experience Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
The Role: The Commercial directorate was formed to create a centralised model for commercial delivery, owns the commercial strategy that supports our corporate outcomes including all procurement activity and commercial, supplier and contract management, and coordinates overall supplier relationships. Within this role, you will be responsible for the management and supplier relationship for a specified portfolio of suppliers and will provide commercial support to the company's business and project teams to ensure budgetary compliance; negotiate pricing and identify savings opportunities; manage existing agreements with suppliers; negotiate new framework agreements with key suppliers; minimise commercial risks. What you will do: Be responsible for all elements of the Commercial framework associated to the Supplier Base for which you manage. Supplier Strategy, Supplier Selection, Contracting, Onboarding, In-Life and Exit Management core elements of the framework Develop a strong, effective relationship within the Commercial team and all areas Make provision for all commercial deliverables, as necessary e.g. negotiation plan, contract risk analysis, benefits analysis and contract creation and closure Support tender activities Draft and negotiate supplier contracts Ensure contractual governance / approval mechanisms are applied What we are looking for: Previous experience of procurement or in-life contract management Negotiating framework contracts Good understanding of contract law Demonstrable Supplier & Contract management experience Nice to have: MCIPS, RICS, LLB or other relevant professional qualifications Experience of working in or with a Joint Venture organisation or in a similar multi-stakeholder environment. Telecoms industry experience Should you not hear back from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application as unsuccessful. Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job Title Commercial Associate/Senior Associate Closing Date 23-Sep-2022 Department Commercial Job Location Reading Role Lawyers Description "They are consistently impressive and very helpful." - Chambers & Partners We are looking for an Associate/Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Commercial team in the Thames Valley, focusing on high value commercial contracts within the TMC and Life Sciences sectors together with a varied diet of intellectual property, consumer regulatory, data privacy and advertising law work. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Chambers and Legal 500 rated team and advise on high value, strategically important and often international projects within a supportive and collegiate environment. The practice Our Commercial group provides leading-edge business solutions to clients, ranging from high growth start-ups to multinationals and covering the entire spectrum of commercial activity. Our Thames Valley team has a strong reputation with large global clients requiring sophisticated cross-jurisdictional advice. We have considerable expertise within the Thames Valley office in a range of key sectors, including healthcare, telecoms and retail and particularly digital business. We are known for our outstanding expertise in advising on highly complex commercial contracts across these sectors. Our premier client base across the TMC sector, where we enjoy a fantastic reputation, includes the likes of Microsoft, Vodafone, Cornerstone, Expedia Vice Media Facebook and Discovery. In the financial services sector, another field in which we have considerable strength, our typical work includes advice on complex services agreements, including agreements for the development of new financial products and panel arrangements, for clients such as KPMG, Monitise and Towergate. In particular, we have specialist expertise in "new generation" payment services, such as mobile payments (including NFC), online payments, prepaid, virtual currencies and micro-payments. Each of these two roles will also have a focus on a wide range of issues. There will be a focus on contracts including international software licenses and IT implementation agreements, outsourcing matters and regulatory issues for the Commercial group's technology clients alongside collaboration agreements, IP licencing agreements and regulatory advice for clients in the Life Sciences space. Each of these roles will also provide assistance to the range of advertiser clients, advertising agencies and AdTech companies for whom we act within the advertising ecosystem to provide advice on a range of copy clearance issues, talent agreements, sponsorship and endorsement deals and contractual arrangements as well as specialist privacy, regulatory and IP advice on a range of campaign concepts. The team "As lawyers I find them straightforward, pragmatic and enjoyable to work with" - Chambers & Partners Spanning all three of our UK based offices and working closely together, the Commercial department is made up of almost 50 lawyers in total. The Thames Valley Commercial team is currently made up of 1 Partner, 1 Associate Director, 1 Senior Associate, 2 Associates, 1 Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal and it is actively expanding. The team is led by Anna Williams, who is recognised in the legal directories and industry for her focus on advertising and sponsorship work as well as her focus on digital business clients. Both roles would involve working on a very regular basis with our Commercial lawyers in all three offices as well as our international offices. The work You will have the opportunity to work on projects in various sectors, as well as develop your expertise in technology, life sciences, IP and advertising matters. Examples of recent projects are: We continue to advise Vodafone on a range of important matters, including substantial outsourcing projects. Advising KPMG on the negotiation of their strategic alliance agreement with McLaren to govern both KPMG's corporate sponsorship of the racing team and both parties' collaboration on data analytics product development.We are acting for a large insurance group in connection with the monetisation and exploitation of various IT assets acquired as a result of rapid growth through M&A activity. Advising a well-known brand within the insurance sector on their digital marketing activities after conducting a detailed compliance audit into their use of data and AdTech for campaigns forming part of their varied marketing mix. Advising household name retailers on their sales channels structures (franchises and concessions) and manufacturers on their routes to market, including agency and distribution agreements, working alongside colleagues in our European and US offices Technical skills and experience You will have a range of commercial law experience gained either at a law firm recognised for its commercial law practice, or in-house. In particular you will have strong drafting skills, ideally have experience of advising on a range of commercial contracts, privacy matters and regulatory matters and pre-existing experience of technology deals or advertising work would be a bonus. Most of all you must be able to provide concise, commercial advice to clients whilst really getting to know their sector as well as their business and be an excellent team player. Due to the nature of the work and the structure of the team, we are looking for an Associate/Senior Associate, although we will consider candidates with less or more experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Rachael Hardwick in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke, we are known for our open and inclusive culture. We believe that by investing in the diversity and wellbeing of our people, we create an environment where everyone can thrive to be the best that they can be. This means recognising that our people have lives and commitments outside of work. We have invested in connected working for our people and, where possible, we will accommodate flexible working for all our roles.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Job Title Commercial Associate/Senior Associate Closing Date 23-Sep-2022 Department Commercial Job Location Reading Role Lawyers Description "They are consistently impressive and very helpful." - Chambers & Partners We are looking for an Associate/Senior Associate to join our highly regarded Commercial team in the Thames Valley, focusing on high value commercial contracts within the TMC and Life Sciences sectors together with a varied diet of intellectual property, consumer regulatory, data privacy and advertising law work. This is an exciting opportunity to join a Chambers and Legal 500 rated team and advise on high value, strategically important and often international projects within a supportive and collegiate environment. The practice Our Commercial group provides leading-edge business solutions to clients, ranging from high growth start-ups to multinationals and covering the entire spectrum of commercial activity. Our Thames Valley team has a strong reputation with large global clients requiring sophisticated cross-jurisdictional advice. We have considerable expertise within the Thames Valley office in a range of key sectors, including healthcare, telecoms and retail and particularly digital business. We are known for our outstanding expertise in advising on highly complex commercial contracts across these sectors. Our premier client base across the TMC sector, where we enjoy a fantastic reputation, includes the likes of Microsoft, Vodafone, Cornerstone, Expedia Vice Media Facebook and Discovery. In the financial services sector, another field in which we have considerable strength, our typical work includes advice on complex services agreements, including agreements for the development of new financial products and panel arrangements, for clients such as KPMG, Monitise and Towergate. In particular, we have specialist expertise in "new generation" payment services, such as mobile payments (including NFC), online payments, prepaid, virtual currencies and micro-payments. Each of these two roles will also have a focus on a wide range of issues. There will be a focus on contracts including international software licenses and IT implementation agreements, outsourcing matters and regulatory issues for the Commercial group's technology clients alongside collaboration agreements, IP licencing agreements and regulatory advice for clients in the Life Sciences space. Each of these roles will also provide assistance to the range of advertiser clients, advertising agencies and AdTech companies for whom we act within the advertising ecosystem to provide advice on a range of copy clearance issues, talent agreements, sponsorship and endorsement deals and contractual arrangements as well as specialist privacy, regulatory and IP advice on a range of campaign concepts. The team "As lawyers I find them straightforward, pragmatic and enjoyable to work with" - Chambers & Partners Spanning all three of our UK based offices and working closely together, the Commercial department is made up of almost 50 lawyers in total. The Thames Valley Commercial team is currently made up of 1 Partner, 1 Associate Director, 1 Senior Associate, 2 Associates, 1 Trainee Solicitor and a Paralegal and it is actively expanding. The team is led by Anna Williams, who is recognised in the legal directories and industry for her focus on advertising and sponsorship work as well as her focus on digital business clients. Both roles would involve working on a very regular basis with our Commercial lawyers in all three offices as well as our international offices. The work You will have the opportunity to work on projects in various sectors, as well as develop your expertise in technology, life sciences, IP and advertising matters. Examples of recent projects are: We continue to advise Vodafone on a range of important matters, including substantial outsourcing projects. Advising KPMG on the negotiation of their strategic alliance agreement with McLaren to govern both KPMG's corporate sponsorship of the racing team and both parties' collaboration on data analytics product development.We are acting for a large insurance group in connection with the monetisation and exploitation of various IT assets acquired as a result of rapid growth through M&A activity. Advising a well-known brand within the insurance sector on their digital marketing activities after conducting a detailed compliance audit into their use of data and AdTech for campaigns forming part of their varied marketing mix. Advising household name retailers on their sales channels structures (franchises and concessions) and manufacturers on their routes to market, including agency and distribution agreements, working alongside colleagues in our European and US offices Technical skills and experience You will have a range of commercial law experience gained either at a law firm recognised for its commercial law practice, or in-house. In particular you will have strong drafting skills, ideally have experience of advising on a range of commercial contracts, privacy matters and regulatory matters and pre-existing experience of technology deals or advertising work would be a bonus. Most of all you must be able to provide concise, commercial advice to clients whilst really getting to know their sector as well as their business and be an excellent team player. Due to the nature of the work and the structure of the team, we are looking for an Associate/Senior Associate, although we will consider candidates with less or more experience. Your career development Like all our lawyers, you will benefit from our multi-award winning career development programme. At each stage of your career this provides you with: clear expectations of your role and what it takes to progress high quality clients and work, with early responsibility and client exposure thorough assessment and individual feedback from a range of experienced colleagues robust technical training with early skills based development, increasingly tailored to you reward for your contribution, progression and potential, rather than PQE or tenure. Salary and benefits We offer competitive salaries and generous benefits. For more information or to apply At Osborne Clarke we welcome direct applications - if you would like any further information about the role, or the firm, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please contact, in complete confidence, Rachael Hardwick in the recruitment team on . At Osborne Clarke, we are known for our open and inclusive culture. We believe that by investing in the diversity and wellbeing of our people, we create an environment where everyone can thrive to be the best that they can be. This means recognising that our people have lives and commitments outside of work. We have invested in connected working for our people and, where possible, we will accommodate flexible working for all our roles.