Interim Legal Counsel - Corporate at Endava

London, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Corporate Governance, Public Company Compliance, M&A Transactions, Legal Drafting, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Legal Technology, AI-Enabled Tools, Risk Assessment, Stakeholder Communication, Collaboration, Confidentiality, Ethics, Professional Standards, Teamwork

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Company Description Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change. By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses. From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters. Job Description Our Corporate Legal Counsels support Endava’s in-house legal function by providing corporate legal advice across a broad range of matters, including governance, public company compliance, M&A support, treasury, restructurings and global expansion. Working under the guidance of senior legal colleagues, this role partners closely with Finance, Tax, Treasury, Sales and other business teams to support informed commercial decision-making. The role offers exposure to senior stakeholders and listed-company governance within a global, regulated organisation. The role also contributes to improving legal efficiency and quality through the responsible use of legal technology and AI-enabled tools, in line with internal policies and professional standards. Key Responsibilities Corporate & Regulatory Support Support the provision of corporate legal advice across the UK, US, Europe and other jurisdictions, under supervision Assist with corporate governance and regulatory compliance matters Support the establishment of new group entities, including coordination with external counsel and preparation of incorporation documentation and filings Public Company & Reporting Support US public company compliance activities, including assisting with the legal review of the annual report (Form 20-F) and UK annual reports Assist with securities law and listing rule compliance, mandatory filings and disclosures Respond to auditor queries and support SOX-related processes, in coordination with senior legal colleagues and external advisers Gain exposure to listed-company governance and disclosure processes, including interaction with senior stakeholders M&A, Treasury & Transactions Assist on M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting and reviewing transaction documents, negotiations, completion activities and post-acquisition integration Support internal restructurings and intercompany arrangements Assist with treasury-related matters, including loan capitalisations and banking facilities Support risk assessment, issue escalation and stakeholder communication across transactions and integration activities Litigation, Risk & External Counsel Support corporate litigation matters, including coordination with external counsel Draft and review corporate legal documents and contracts Support the selection and management of external legal counsel, including assisting with RFPs and cost management Monitor and escalate related party transactions, as applicable Legal Technology & AI Use AI-enabled legal tools (e.g. document review, legal research and generative AI) to support drafting, analysis and issue spotting, under appropriate supervision Apply professional judgement when using AI-enabled tools, including validating outputs, identifying legal risk, and ensuring confidentiality, data protection and ethical standards are maintained Contribute to continuous improvement of legal processes through responsible use of legal technology Collaboration & Development Assist with the preparation of board and committee materials and support company secretarial matters Work collaboratively with colleagues across Finance, Tax, Commercial, Employment and ESG Assist with the supervision of a junior lawyer’s corporate training seat Development & Growth Build experience across corporate governance, public company compliance and cross-border transactions Develop confidence advising senior stakeholders under supervision Opportunity to broaden responsibility over time in line with capability and business needs Qualifications Skills & Experience Required Law degree (LLB, JD or equivalent) Experience gained in private practice, ideally within a corporate or M&A team Strong drafting, organisational and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple matters concurrently in a fast-paced environment Clear, confident communicator with strong attention to detail Preferred In-house corporate legal experience (desirable but not essential) Exposure to public company compliance, securities law or capital markets (US and/or UK) Experience supporting cross-border transactions or restructurings Practical experience using AI-enabled legal tools and critically assessing AI-generated outputs Personal Attributes Proactive, organised and delivery-focused Collaborative team player with strong professional judgement Intellectually curious and motivated to learn and develop Strong commitment to confidentiality, ethics and professional standards Additional Information Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves: Finance: Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus; Career Development: Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership; Learning Opportunities: Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences; Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme; Health: Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps; Community: Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations. At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Responsibilities

The role involves providing corporate legal advice across various jurisdictions, assisting with governance and compliance matters, and supporting M&A transactions. Additionally, it includes collaboration with business teams and improving legal processes through technology.