Legal Counsel

Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. Our expertise is spread across 5 R&D centers, 21 Global Offices and 7 Manufacturing Sites with 3000 Brilliant minds globally contributing for over 40 years at the frontline which enables us to deliver the solutions needed to protect our society from any threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals, and narcotics. Every minute of every day, our technology and talented team members help to make the world a safer place - https://youtu.be/JmcKLJTrHLc

In this role, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial and government contracts related to sales and services. You will manage the full contract lifecycle, including handling claims, amendments, terminations, and bid protests. The position also involves addressing compliance inquiries, conducting due diligence on agents and distributors within the assigned market, and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. Additionally, you will collaborate with external counsel on litigation matters to protect the company’s interests and mitigate risks.

• Minimum of five years postgraduate experience; in-house legal department experience a plus.
• Prior transactional experience, including the ability to draft and review contract terms and conditions.
• A background in government contracts is desirable; experience with public sector contracting a plus
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, listening and influencing.
• Good relationship building in a diverse environment.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management, employees, customers and vendors.
• Strong organizational skills; big-picture oriented but able to focus on the details also.
• Strong business acumen and commercial awareness, with the ability to advise on legal matters in the context of business strategy and objectives, and to translate legal advice into practical business solutions.

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Join us for a great career and competitive compensation & benefits whilst keeping the world a safer place.

Diversity & Inclusion:

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Detection, Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (www.smithsdetection.com/careers)

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)