As a Global Procurement Lawyer at MMC, you will play a crucial role in providing legal support and guidance to our global procurement function
Based in the Belfast office, you will be the lead lawyer negotiating vendor contracts on a global basis for MMC as well as the Marsh and Mercer businesses
You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations, negotiating and drafting procurement contracts, and managing legal risks associated with procurement activities across our global operations
This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to the success of our global procurement function
Sitting within the Marsh Mercer Legal team, you would work closely with the business and the vendor management team on day-to-day contractual and strategic procurement matters. The role will also involve being a key contributor to the development our risk positions in this area, Being the lead lawyer to support on vendor contracts globally
Working closely with the global contracting centres of excellence (currently based in Belfast and Toronto)
Supporting the wider vendor management team with internal projects and various legal matters
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating vendor agreements and ancillary legal documentation
Supporting the legal team in maintaining template agreements, playbooks and implementing process developments
Confidently liaising with the business on day-to-day contractual queries and leading on key vendor negotiations

The position would likely be suitable for a candidate with previous experience in commercial/contract work cross-border, ideally with a privacy/technology background. You would need to be a self-starter with the ability to quickly grasp the risks, issues and opportunities faced by the organisation across different jurisdictions., 5-7 years+ PQE
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Document drafting and negotiation skills
Strong commercial acumen with an ability to deliver clear and pragmatic solutions
Ability to effectively identify risk issues and escalate upwards, as appropriate
Previous experience working in a fast-paced environment, manging multiple deadlines and tasks
Effectively able to prioritise work by understanding competing demands and making appropriate judgments regarding relative importance
Excellent communication skills with the ability to manage expectations well
Confidently able to communicate with various stakeholders both internally and externally
Experience working with data protection legislation and negotiating DPAs
Maintain up-to-date legal knowledge to ensure compliance with relevant policies and legislation
Able to take initiative, is proactive and confidently able to take ownership of matters and develop self
A team player that offers to help colleagues and shares workload
Understand the various business offerings within the organisation
IT skills - experience with Microsoft Office.
Enthusiastic and looking to develop a long-term career in-house.
LLB or equivalent legal qualification.
Particular interest in financial services, supply chain risk or digital solutions
Experience with legal tools

Competitive Benefits Package including: 27 days annual leave including up to 4 days of flexible bank holidays
Excellent pension contributions, private medical cover, life assurance, income protection
Employee assistance program, plus a range of flexible benefits including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year, cycle to work, dental insurance, health assessments plus many more