General Counsel

Databricks

Databricks — the global leader in data and AI — is looking for a motivated Legal Counsel to play a key role in our growing EMEA business. This is an opportunity to bring your SaaS commercial experience to a company defining the next generation of data, analytics and AI — partnering with sales teams to enable some of the world's most innovative organisations to build on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform. You will report to the Director & Assistant General Counsel, EMEA Commercial Legal, and will be a valued part of the team responsible for reviewing and negotiating customer agreements, providing legal support for revenue-generating activities of Databricks, and helping the business to improve processes and scale at pace. THE IMPACT YOU WILL HAVE: * Working in partnership with the sales teams to enable some of the best known companies in the world to adopt the world's leading data and AI platform. * You will diligently help resolve legal issues to enable smooth and timely transactions, escalating to senior team members where appropriate. * You will work collaboratively within an experienced and supportive legal team that will invest in your development and learn to confidently guide our sales teams on internal processes. * You will have a genuine appetite to test, adopt and champion AI tools that make our legal function faster and smarter. * Reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, such as MCSAs, SOWs and Order Forms, ensuring that Databricks' risk position is protected and internal compliance requirements are met; * Supporting the end-to-end contract management lifecycle, providing practical, commercially-minded advice to sales and professional services teams on contractual risks and commercial matters; * Actively testing and adopting AI tools to improve the efficiency of contract review and the wider legal function, and contributing to process improvements and good practices that help us scale; * Providing support and enablement to sales teams on key contractual requirements, best practices and contract management; * Developing a strong understanding of Databricks' internal structures, product offerings, technology, security/data protection positions and policies to give you a foundation for providing support across Databricks' lines of business; * Building your understanding of Databricks' commercial offerings to support sales teams (and customers where needed) during negotiations; * Applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills to propose business solutions which can meet the business' and customers' needs; * Cultivating strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders to support the Company's go-to-market efforts across EMEA; & * Contributing as a team player to help further the status of the legal department as a respected and valued partner within the company. REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE: * Bachelor's degree (or equivalent); * Qualified lawyer (or equivalent), with approximately 3 years' PQE; * Experience gained in-house at a leading SaaS company (or in private practice supporting one) with a regular/quarterly sales cycle; * Solid experience negotiating MSAs, NDAs, Order Forms and legal amendments with enterprise customers; * Familiarity with, or willingness to quickly learn, large CRM systems (like Salesforce) and contract management systems (like Ironclad); * A genuine willingness to test and adopt AI tools to improve the efficiency and quality of legal work — this is a must, not a nice-to-have; * Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritise time and business needs in the face of competing demands; * Experience working with sales teams; * A real appetite for the challenge of supporting a world-leading data and AI company operating at hyper-growth scale. About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.

GWI

Location: London, UK Weekly office requirement: Hybrid – 2 days per week Employment type: Permanent Seniority level: Mid-Senior   At GWI we're always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we're looking for an Information Security GRC Specialist to play a key role in our Legal team in London. If that's you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary. SOUNDS GREAT, WHAT WILL I BE DOING? 🤔 As our Information Security GRC Specialist you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of security compliance at GWI. Reporting into our General Counsel and working closely with our Information Security, Product, and Technology teams, you'll own our compliance posture across security frameworks, vendor risk, and client-facing security requirements — while building a security-conscious culture across the business. A few things you'll be responsible for: 👉 Own and maintain GWI's ISO 27001 certification and compliance across relevant security frameworks, keeping our posture sharp as the threat landscape evolves. 👉 Develop, implement, and maintain information security policies and procedures aligned with industry best practices. 👉 Lead vendor risk management and client security assessments — including responding to client security questionnaires and onboarding requirements. 👉 Build and maintain GWI's security trust portal, showcasing our credentials to clients and stakeholders using tools such as Drata or Vanta. 👉 Drive security awareness across the business through training programmes and internal communications that promote a strong GRC culture. It's also fun; shaking things up is what working for GWI is all about. You'll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and working in a high-tempo environment. WHAT DO I NEED TO BRING WITH ME? 🧳 You'll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. You don't have to tick all the boxes right away; the important thing is that you're willing to learn. Here's what the team will be looking for in you: 👉 In-depth, practical experience obtaining and maintaining ISO 27001 certification, with solid knowledge of frameworks such as NIST — typically 3–5 years in an information security compliance role, though other experience levels will be considered. 👉 Proven ability to develop and maintain security policies and procedures that align with industry best practice. 👉 Experience conducting vendor security assessments and managing client security onboarding requirements, balancing risk against commercial objectives. 👉 Hands-on experience building or maintaining a security trust portal; familiarity with tools such as Drata or Vanta is a plus. 👉 Knowledge of SaaS and AI environments, with experience implementing and managing cloud security best practices. 👉 Strong communication skills — able to translate complex GRC topics into clear internal guidance and keep the wider business informed and engaged on security matters. Equally important is attitude. We want people who think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, and they're a big part of what we're looking for in you. WHAT WE OFFER 🧘 At GWI, you’ll find meaningful work, visible impact, and a culture that empowers you to do your best. Our package includes: * Time to recharge – 25 days’ annual leave, plus office closures over the holidays. * Health & wellbeing – Health cash plan, enhanced family benefits, carer days, and mental health support. * Financial benefits – Competitive salary, 4% pension matching, and recognition programs that celebrate success. * Flexibility & balance – Flexitime, early Friday finishes, hybrid and remote options, plus a “work from home” budget. * Career growth – Accredited learning, leadership development, and global career mobility. * Community & impact – DE&I initiatives, volunteering opportunities, donation matching, and payroll giving. Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.   DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION 🫶 Diversity is fundamental to who we are—both as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities, and so must our teams. We strive to ensure our workforce is as diverse and inclusive as the insights we provide to our clients. As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to providing all necessary adjustments during the hiring process. We also actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalized communities. At GWI, you will find a place where you can contribute meaningfully, grow professionally, and belong fully.   #li-hybrid #LI-NIKOSSS1

Financial Times

ABOUT US The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.   The role The Legal, Compliance and Company Secretariat team is looking for a highly organised and proactive Legal Team and Operations Assistant. This is a broad team support role, combining high-quality administrative support, legal document coordination and practical support for the department’s systems, processes and operations.  This is a role suited to someone with strong experience working in, or supporting, a legal function and wants to build on their exposure to legal operations and technology as part of the next step in their career.  You will work directly with the General Counsel and Legal Operations Manager, as well as closely with colleagues across Legal, Compliance and Company Secretarial. You will also liaise with the wider FT business, acting as a reliable point of coordination for queries, actions, systems and shared ways of working. Main responsibilities Executive & Legal Administrative Support * Provide high-quality document support to the Legal team, including preparing, formatting, checking and finalising contracts and other legal documents, ensuring accuracy, consistency and attention to detail. * Support the Company Secretariat team with tasks such as maintaining company minute books (paper and digital), obtaining forms and information from Companies House, assisting with audit reviews and the submission of annual accounts and coordinating with filing agents globally. * Support the Compliance team with operational activities including tracking, triaging and processing requests received under GDPR, and helping to maintain related guidance, templates and records. * Provide legal administrative support for tasks such as copyright registration and maintaining up-to-date records of all Powers of Attorney and NDAs. * Assist the whole team with general administrative support, including communications, planning, calendar management, meeting and visitor coordination, signature coordination, travel planning and expense reporting. * Coordinate recurring departmental meetings and activities, including team meetings, offsites, training sessions and other forums, handling scheduling, agendas, minutes and action tracking. * Administer shared mailboxes by triaging, routing and tracking queries, maintaining standard responses, and identifying areas for improvement and automation. * Build strong relationships with senior leaders and their assistants across the FT. Legal Operations Support * Work alongside the Legal Operations Manager to document and maintain key operational workflows, playbooks, templates, guidance, FAQs and core reference information, ensuring clear ownership, review cycles and version control. * Support continuous improvement by finding opportunities for automation or AI, serving as a champion in the department for behavioral change and innovation regarding the use of legal technology and AI. * Manage the onboarding and offboarding processes for new starters and leavers, maintaining onboarding packs and coordinating access and license-related checklists with relevant internal teams. * Administer the technology systems used by the department, including managing user accounts, training, troubleshooting, and communicating systems changes and updates to team members. * Manage departmental suppliers and external counsel, which will involve raising purchase orders, processing invoices and contract renewals, maintaining supplier records, and acting as the departmental point of contact for any P2P related queries or reporting. Required skills and experience * Solid previous experience in an executive assistant, legal assistant, legal administrator, or similar support role in a legal context. * Strong organisational skills to plan, prioritise, and manage multiple tasks, meetings, deadlines, and follow-ups. * Excellent attention to detail when handling documents, trackers, meeting logistics, expenses, invoices, supplier information, and shared resources. * Confident partner management skills, building strong relationships across a diverse organisation and at different levels. * Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to respond to queries professionally and raise issues appropriately. * Comfortable producing professional documents, presentations, correspondence, meeting notes and routine reports. * Demonstrate an independent approach to problem-solving by finding creative solutions to challenges, alongside a commitment to learning and mastering new skills, particularly AI systems and new technologies. * Ability to work collaboratively, use good judgement and provide flexible support in a fast-paced team environment. Desirable * Demonstrable exposure or involvement in legal operations, legal technology, process improvement, change management, and/or automation with a clear, genuine interest in developing further in this space.  * Systems & tools experience: Google Workspace, Coupa, Wordsmith (or similar Legal AI products), NetDocuments, ChatGPT, MS Word, DocuSign, Slack, GEMS. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We currently operate a hybrid model which requires staff to work onsite 50% of the time, subject to role requirements & regular review. While flexible working requests will be considered, not all patterns are suitable for all roles. We believe this balanced approach supports flexibility and protects our culture, making collaboration and communication easier, building stronger relationships and team cohesion, and supporting peer learning.  We reserve discretion on reasonable notice to change this approach either generally or for specific individuals or teams.  ACCESSIBILITY We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com. Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT. #LI-KF1