Legal Counsel
Job Title: Legal Counsel
Req ID: 112011BR
Location: Glenrothes, Fife, Scotland
Summary of Role
Raytheon UK (RSL) and Raytheon ELCAN (ELCAN) are seeking a Legal Counsel to provide a full range of services to the business and work closely with the Director of Legal Affairs and other members of the Legal function. The role will require the provision of commercial advice within a fast paced defence technology and cyber security company.
Main Duties
• Review and where appropriate, negotiate a range of commercial agreements within the UK and across foreign jurisdictions
• Review contract provisions in conjunction with Raytheon policies and procedures
• Support Contracts & Supply Chain in developing templates and associated policy for new contracting models
• Prepare and deliver and support delivery of focussed training in key risk areas (e.g. IP, Competition/Anti-trust, Anti-corruption/Business Ethics)
• Liaise with external resources, in particular external legal resources, to provide timely and cost-effective advice to the business
• Manage routine, low value litigations
• Support complex litigations including disclosure and bundle preparation
• Develop and implement training and guides for the business including Contracts & Supply Chain
• Maintain company books and statutory filings
• Co-ordinate with Office of General Secretary to maintain up-to-date corporate records
• Review and renew RSL insurance policies
• Prepare litigation reports and accrual information for Finance for quarterly SJE reviews
• Engage with business to ensure insurance policies are appropriate to the business
• Research upcoming legislation and prepare briefing notes
• Support HR service team with non-routine enquiries
• Review due diligence requests
• Support Data Privacy and Compliance Manager with subject access requests
• Supports Legal Counsel - Manager and Director of Legal Affairs with business and enterprise goals and initiatives
Candidate Requirements
Essential
• English or Scots law qualified solicitor
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communicator, capable of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders
• Self-motivated with ability to manage own workload and prioritise effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain a high degree of confidentiality, respect, trust and credibility at all levels
Desirable
• Familiarity with defence industry and related security regimes
• Experience in developing and delivering training
• Experience of working within an in-house environment
About Raytheon
Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, National & Cyber security and commercial markets. Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software solutions at its facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Manchester Waddington and Broughton.
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 95 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5ITM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Raytheon Career Development
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• 6 times salary 'Life Assurance'
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental leave.
• 37 hour working week with an early finish Friday. Flexible working arrangements may be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval.
• Canteen facilities available at Harlow and Glenrothes sites with free snacks and drinks (hot and cold) available
Diversity
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), D&I counsel and Reservist Network which all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate in
Req ID: 112011BR
Location: Glenrothes, Fife, Scotland
Summary of Role
Raytheon UK (RSL) and Raytheon ELCAN (ELCAN) are seeking a Legal Counsel to provide a full range of services to the business and work closely with the Director of Legal Affairs and other members of the Legal function. The role will require the provision of commercial advice within a fast paced defence technology and cyber security company.
Main Duties
• Review and where appropriate, negotiate a range of commercial agreements within the UK and across foreign jurisdictions
• Review contract provisions in conjunction with Raytheon policies and procedures
• Support Contracts & Supply Chain in developing templates and associated policy for new contracting models
• Prepare and deliver and support delivery of focussed training in key risk areas (e.g. IP, Competition/Anti-trust, Anti-corruption/Business Ethics)
• Liaise with external resources, in particular external legal resources, to provide timely and cost-effective advice to the business
• Manage routine, low value litigations
• Support complex litigations including disclosure and bundle preparation
• Develop and implement training and guides for the business including Contracts & Supply Chain
• Maintain company books and statutory filings
• Co-ordinate with Office of General Secretary to maintain up-to-date corporate records
• Review and renew RSL insurance policies
• Prepare litigation reports and accrual information for Finance for quarterly SJE reviews
• Engage with business to ensure insurance policies are appropriate to the business
• Research upcoming legislation and prepare briefing notes
• Support HR service team with non-routine enquiries
• Review due diligence requests
• Support Data Privacy and Compliance Manager with subject access requests
• Supports Legal Counsel - Manager and Director of Legal Affairs with business and enterprise goals and initiatives
Candidate Requirements
Essential
• English or Scots law qualified solicitor
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Effective communicator, capable of dealing with a wide range of stakeholders
• Self-motivated with ability to manage own workload and prioritise effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain a high degree of confidentiality, respect, trust and credibility at all levels
Desirable
• Familiarity with defence industry and related security regimes
• Experience in developing and delivering training
• Experience of working within an in-house environment
About Raytheon
Raytheon UK is a subsidiary of Raytheon Company. We are a prime contractor and major supplier to the UK Ministry of Defence and have developed strong capabilities in mission systems integration in defence, National & Cyber security and commercial markets. Raytheon UK also designs, develops and manufactures a range of high-technology electronic systems and software solutions at its facilities in Harlow, Glenrothes, Gloucester, Manchester Waddington and Broughton.
Raytheon Company, with 2017 sales of $25 billion and 64,000 employees, is a technology and innovation leader specialising in defence, civil government and cybersecurity solutions. With a history of innovation spanning 95 years, Raytheon provides state-of-the-art electronics, mission systems integration, C5ITM products and services, sensing, effects, and mission support for customers in more than 80 countries. Raytheon is headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts.
Raytheon Career Development
Raytheon has a wealth of resources available to help you develop your career from the moment you join. Activities range from on-line learning modules, to external training and support for taking professional qualifications relevant to your role.
Standard Benefits
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays
• Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution)
• 6 times salary 'Life Assurance'
• Flexible Benefits scheme with extensive salary sacrifice scheme's
• Enhanced sick pay scheme
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental leave.
• 37 hour working week with an early finish Friday. Flexible working arrangements may be considered depending on the role and subject to line manager approval.
• Canteen facilities available at Harlow and Glenrothes sites with free snacks and drinks (hot and cold) available
Diversity
Diversity is a core business imperative at Raytheon. We are an equal opportunity employer that promotes inclusiveness and always employs the best professionals for the job. Having a diverse workforce allows Raytheon to draw upon a range of different ideas and experiences which supports growing our business and creates an environment where everyone has an equal opportunity for success. Raytheon UK pro-actively encourages diversity of ideas, thoughts, and networking opportunities and has created Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including Raytheon Women's Network, YesNet (Young Employees Success Network), D&I counsel and Reservist Network which all Raytheon employees are welcome to participate in