About Us
Duco is on a mission to reduce the time spent on data-related work by 90%. Our enterprise data automation platform empowers teams to work more efficiently and meaningfully by giving them the ability to automate data controls with the latest technology, such as no-code, the cloud, and AI.
We help firms to start trusting their data, by giving them one intuitive platform to automate the front-to-back processing of all kinds of data (from structured Excels and RTFs to unstructured PDFs and emails). This eliminates the boring manual work across the data lifecycle and enables firms to act faster, work smarter, save money, reduce risk and comply with regulatory requirements.
We’re headquartered in London and have offices in New York, Boston, Wroclaw, Singapore, and Antwerp. We’re proud to call some of the largest global financial institutions our clients, including over 15 of the world’s largest international banks, as well as brokers, exchanges, asset managers, hedge funds, administrators, service providers and corporates.
The Role
We are seeking a driven Legal Counsel for 3 Days per week to become an integral part of our dynamic legal team. In this pivotal role, you’ll harness your negotiation and drafting skills to work on impactful, high-profile deals with leading global financial institutions. Collaborating closely with our forward-thinking commercial teams, you’ll play a key role in shaping transformative agreements that drive our global success.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, and negotiate B2B SaaS commercial contracts with a diverse range of clients and partners, including leading banks, brokers, hedge funds, and insurers.
- Provide expert guidance on data protection and security compliance, including negotiating data processing agreements with clients and vendors.
- Serve as a trusted business partner by offering strategic legal counsel across various functions of the company, supporting innovative and commercially sound decision-making.
- Develop and enhance corporate governance policies and procedures, ensuring compliance while driving operational efficiency.
- Negotiate and draft vendor agreements to support the company's operational and strategic goals.
We are looking for someone with:
- Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with 2–4 years of post-qualification experience, gained in private practice or in-house, holding a current and valid practicing certificate.
- Proven experience in fast-paced, technology-driven environments, ideally with exposure to high-growth or innovative sectors.
- Strong expertise in drafting, structuring, and negotiating contracts within the technology sector, particularly in SaaS and software licensing.
- A passion for solving complex challenges, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver practical solutions in a dynamic commercial setting.
- Knowledge and/or experience in Intellectual Property and data privacy, with the ability to provide sound advice in these critical areas.
- Independent and collaborative working skills, with the ability to balance autonomy and teamwork effectively.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, capable of earning credibility and trust with diverse stakeholders quickly.
- Skilled in handling objections and leading negotiations, navigating challenging discussions to achieve positive outcomes.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks effectively in a fast-moving environment.
- Out of the Box thinker with a curious mindset, eager to continuously develop as a legal professional.
- Proactive problem solver, taking ownership of potential issues and delivering innovative, practical solutions.
- Adaptable and flexible, with a positive, “can-do” attitude that thrives in change and challenges.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience in data protection and intellectual property law, with a solid understanding of key regulations and frameworks.
- Experience working in or with a global company, navigating the complexities of international legal issues and cross-border agreements.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary package aligned with your skills and experience. Reviewed annually.
- Healthcare cashback scheme and private medical insurance
- 4X salary life assurance
- Unlimited annual holiday, because we trust our people to manage their own time off
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working policy (2 days per week in office)
- Personal learning and development opportunities
- Referral bonus if we hire someone great who you’ve recommended to us
- Spot Rewards
- Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year awards
Want to do a little more research before you apply?
Head over to our Glassdoor page to learn about our benefits, culture and to find out what our team thinks about life at Duco. You can also find out more about us on LinkedIn
Disclaimer
Because we are committed to inclusivity, we strive to provide equitable opportunities for everyone. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know at talent@du.co. Include your contact information, the role you're applying for, and how we can accommodate you.
During the interview process and after hire, Duco does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, gender or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, religion or creed, socioeconomic background or status, size, or any other protected characteristic.