About

• Company Description
• IFS is a billion-dollar revenue company with 7000+ employees on all continents. We deliver award-winning enterprise software solutions through the use of embedded digital innovation and a single cloud-based platform to help businesses be their best when it really matters–at the Moment of Service™.
• At IFS, we're flexible, we're innovative, and we're focused not only on how we can engage with our customers, but on how we can make a real change and have a worldwide impact. We help solve some of society's greatest challenges, fostering a better future through our agility, collaboration, and trust.
• We celebrate diversity and accept that there are so many different perspectives in this world. As a truly international company serving people from around the globe, we realize that our success is tantamount to the respect we have for those different points of view.
• By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of a global, diverse environment; you will be joining a winning team with a commitment to sustainability; and a company where we get things done so that you can make a positive impact on the world.
• We're looking for innovative and original thinkers!
• If you want to change the status quo, we'll help you make your moment. Join Team Purple. Join IFS.
• We are looking for a talented legal professional to join our growing global legal team. In this role, you will support our UK&I and Europe region on software, technology and licensing matters. The position is suitable for both newly qualified and more experienced lawyers who are keen to develop their in‑house career in a dynamic, international environment.
• Job Description

We are seeking a newly qualified Software Legal Counsel to support the UK&I and Europe regions. Key responsibilities include

• Supporting Senior Legal Counsels in the region
• Providing legal counsel on transactions and managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating IT-related contracts, including software/cloud agreements, professional services, partnerships, and NDAs.
• Collaborating with internal teams such as Deal Desk, Revenue Recognition, and external counsel.
• Manage litigations and pre-litigations with the support of outside counsels.
• Overseeing compliance matters related to anti-corruption, data privacy (GDPR), and export controls.
• Qualifications
• Common law qualified lawyer with none to three years PQE, preferably with experience in or an interest in working in an international environment or in software/cloud/SaaS.
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and professionalism.
• In-house experience a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to balance legal and business priorities in a dynamic, global environment.
• Fluent in English; other languages like French, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese or Polish are a plus.
• Ability to work in a complex, international environment.
• Additional Information
• What We Offer
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements, including remote options.
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment.
• Join our team and contribute to our global success. Apply through our online system with your salary expectations and start date. Final candidates will undergo a DISC assessment. We guarantee discretion and confidentiality.

• IFS Referral Bonus Code: SH
• Job Location: Hybrid