Motorway
used car marketplace
LegalCounsel
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid candidates.
“Legal Counsel at Motorway. Skills: Commercial contracts drafting, M&A / corporate, AI, Commercial, Hosted software, Payments, Employment law. Full gamut of commercial agreements (partnerships, marketing and SaaS). Providing support on corporate transactions”
Industry & Context.
Think of potential solutions, not just potential problems
Option to work abroad for a month per year
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
UK-qualified solicitor with ideally at least 3 years PQE, Trained at either a reputable law firm or in-house, Commercial contracts drafting experience, Experience in at least one of the following areas: M&A / corporate, AI, commercial, hosted software, payments or employment law, Proactive in adopting AI technologies to drive efficiency, Clear understanding of how to use AI tools responsibly and accurately, Willing to roll up your sleeves and take on challenges outside of your area of expertise, A communicator, able to explain complex issues in a clear way, Ability to build trust and rapport at all levels, Work collaboratively within a team, Adaptable, Capable of thinking on your feet, Proactive, Always think of potential solutions, not just potential problems, Ambitious, Keen to learn
Nice to Have
In-house experience preferably within a tech business or VC-backed scale-up
What You'll Do.
Full gamut of commercial agreements (partnerships
Providing support on corporate transactions
Supporting our payments function with financial and payment regulation compliance support
Supporting our employment teams
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Reporting to the Director of Legal; Work in close partnership with the Senior Counsel and Head of Marketplace Trust; Work with the wider Legal team; Build relationships across the entire organisation; Provide hands-on support to customer service teams; Deliver strategic advice to the C-Suite; Work collaboratively within a team
Communication Scope
Able to explain complex issues in a clear way
Full Job Description
ABOUT MOTORWAY Motorway is the UK’s fastest-growing used car marketplace - our online-only platform connects private car sellers with thousands of verified dealers nationwide, ensuring everyone gets the best deal. Founded in 2017, our award-winning, technology-led approach has redefined the experience of selling a car. Motorway is backed by some of the world’s leading technology investors, having raised £143 million in Series C funding. This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing scale-up at a crucial phase of growth and help change an industry for the better. About the role What are we looking for? We’re looking for someone who is a real team player, proactive, willing to step out of their comfort zone and is keen to develop their legal career at a really exciting business, with a collaborative culture. What types of work will I get involved in? The role offers immediate involvement on a whole host of matters. This includes the full gamut of commercial agreements (partnerships, marketing and SaaS), providing support on corporate transactions, supporting our payments function with financial and payment regulation compliance support, as well as our employment teams. Who will I work with? Reporting to the Director of Legal, you will work in close partnership with the Senior Counsel and Head of Marketplace Trust, as well as the wider Legal team. This is a high-visibility role requiring you to build relationships across the entire organisation - from providing hands-on support to customer service teams to delivering strategic advice to the C-Suite. Learning and development opportunities. As a key member of a growing legal team, you will benefit from close working relationships and plenty of opportunities for learning and development. Life at Motorway is fast-paced, but we have a strong team culture of growth as a team and as individuals. All of the lawyers in the team have backgrounds working in private practice in the City and are keen to ensure that the right
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