Senior Legal Counsel - Client Engagements (Italian Language) - Maternity cover

Responsibilities

• The Legal Counsel is a member of the Legal Team, located in London, reporting to a Legal Team Managing Counsel.
• Review, revise, draft, coordinate and help negotiate documents for internal clients across our global offices, such as confidentiality agreements, engagement letters, master service agreements and non-reliance letters.
• Review reports or work product issued to clients in globally.
• Coordinate communication with and between our firm's clients, internal stakeholders, in-house counsel, outside professionals and service providers to resolve open issues and obtain internal engagement approvals.
• Assist with compliance and other risk management matters coordinated by the Legal Team.
• Additional responsibilities as identified.
• Support internal teams with issues relating to human resources, employment matters and recruitment
• Manage litigation matters and other general practice issues
• This description is not designed to encompass a comprehensive listing of required activities, duties, or responsibilities as this person will be an integral part of a high-performing team.

Requirements

• Italian law qualified with a law degree from an accredited law school is required (strong preference for Italian qualification) 5 years PQE*
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and business/project management experience or other practical business experience preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills in English and Italian (German, Arabic or French in addition would be a plus.)
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and excellent proofreading skills with the ability to manage and prioritize responsibilities effectively and adapt to changing
• Collaborative style with the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of customers at all levels.
• Proven problem-solving skills and ability to resolve issues and meet deadlines under tight time frames.
• Customer service mindset with the ability to work with a variety of people across cultures and geographic locations to deliver consistent and timely results.
• Able to handle and protect confidential, sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and other software platforms such as SpringCM and ServiceNow.
• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners' Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.
• In addition to a positive workplace, the firm offers a comprehensive compensation package including an excellent benefits program.).

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Additional Information

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone. www.alixpartners.com AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees' work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person at an AlixPartners office and remote working.

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