Associate

Department: Technology, Media and Telecommunications (TMT)
PQE: 2-7 years
Duration: Permanent 
Location: Scotland
Reports to: Partner 

Reference Number : 7451

Dentons’ Global Technology, Media & Telecommunications group includes over 600 lawyers, who represent organisations in connection with technology, commercial, intellectual property and data protection projects and transactions. 

We have an excellent opportunity for a non-contentious TMT Associate to join our growing practice, based in Glasgow or Edinburgh. You will be working with one of the UK's key TMT teams, tier 1 ranked in technology and telecoms, commercial contracts and data protection, and will have the opportunity to be involved in some of the most innovative work in the field.

With our global presence and contacts, we are one of only a few firms that can provide multinational businesses with a coordinated solution for their TMT needs throughout the world. The UK TMT practice works as one team across Glasgow, Edinburgh, London and Milton Keynes. 

We work with an interesting variety of clients across all sectors, with specific expertise in technology, retail, engineering, logistics, financial services, food and drink and life sciences. You can expect a broad mix of work ranging from commercial contracts, technology contracts, outsourcing, intellectual property strategy and transactions as well as data privacy work. 

Our team works with household names such as Aggreko, Argos, EDF Energy, DHL, John Lewis, Marks & Spencer, Royal Mail, Sainsbury's, The Edrington Group, Total, and Virgin Group. You will also work on large global projects with other Associates and teams across the Dentons network. 

The Role 

The Dentons platform provides a fantastic opportunity to progress your career and be part of a growing practice. We are looking for people who are excited by the opportunity to contribute to that growth, whilst developing their own expertise. You will:

• Advise on market leading TMT projects and transactions for a variety of clients across the UK and internationally.
• Build and maintain client relationships, with a good level of client contact.
• Contribute to business development, raising your own profile and supporting the continued growth of the practice.
• Contribute to thought leadership and raise the profile of the firm externally.

Required Experience & Skills

You will ideally have the following experience, skills & attributes:

• Experience of non-contentious TMT work - commercial contracts, technology contracts, outsourcing, intellectual property & data privacy.
• TMT support work e.g. drafting the commercial / TMT section of due diligence reports, negotiating warranties and indemnities.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience working on similar work for sophisticated clients is desired.
• Experience of providing client seminars and training.
• Advanced legal research skills.
• Experienced in contributing to business development activities.
• Dedication to client service.
• A keen interest in technology, and an understanding of how businesses implement and use technology.

Personal attributes

• Teamwork - Maintains productive and harmonious relationships within own team and across the firm to achieve outcomes. Promotes team based working and shares knowledge.
• Communication - Communicates clearly, concisely and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Adaptability to change - is receptive to changing requirements in the job and the firm. Adapts approach to meet new priorities and able to promote new ideas and improvements.
• Client focus - Proactive in identifying and addressing the needs of clients and internal customers to ensure the delivery of valuable and efficient services. Strong commercial awareness and interest in business.
• Problem Solving - Analyses problems and information, evaluates options and risks in order to identify the most appropriate solutions. 
• Effective decision making - Bases decisions on sound judgement and initiative.
• Achievement - Displays a high degree of commitment and purpose in pursuing objectives. Prioritises plans and organises workload. Focused and energetic in ensuring tasks are carried through to successful completion.
• Personal Effectiveness - Projects confidence, self-motivation and enthusiasm. Displays a positive attitude and demonstrates self-control in time sensitive situations.

Firm Profile

Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you. www.dentons.com

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. You can find out more about inclusion and diversity at Dentons here: Inclusion and Diversity.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.

During the application process, all applicants have the opportunity to tell us about any adjustments or support they require so they are able to perform at their best. Any information you share with us during the application process is treated in confidence.

If you have any questions about this or the role criteria, please email recruitment.matters@dentons.com. 

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email  recruitment.matters@dentons.com. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via email.

Please note that we will not accept unsolicited CVs sent to the business, nor will we accept any associated terms of business.