Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Counsel to advise on and negotiate complex SaaS, software, data and technology agreements supporting the global sale of Thomson Reuters products and services. You'll be a hands-on commercial lawyer with deep experience on the supplier (sell) side of technology transactions. You'll also take a practical, problem-solving approach and work in a technology-enabled, data-driven legal department.

You'll be a trusted advisor to Sales, Product Management and other business teams. You'll spot and analyse legal issues, draft and negotiate agreements, give commercially sound recommendations, and ensure legal compliance. We want someone who makes working with Legal simple and efficient, for both internal stakeholders and customers.

The role sits within the Customers & Commercial team of the Thomson Reuters General Counsel Office. This highly collaborative team helps the business grow while managing risk across Thomson Reuters' customer-facing commercial organisation.

Key ResponsibilitiesAs Senior Counsel, SaaS & Technology Transactions, you will: Review, draft, and negotiate a wide range of customer facing and partner agreements, primarily complex software (including SaaS) and information licensing agreements, data protection and security, hosting, content acquisition, consulting and professional services agreements, non- disclosure agreements and other commercial agreements relating to sales of Thomson Reuters products and services. Work within the Customers & Commercial team identifying legal, regulatory and compliance requirements and risks associated with various business initiatives and developing and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Work with members of the General Counsel Office on enterprise- wide legal issues and projects.





Research and respond to general legal inquiries from Thomson Reuters internal customers that relate to corporate, commercial, intellectual property and compliance matters, including privacy-related matters, and advise business on appropriate legal action to be taken.

Required

Qualifications7 years minimum post qualification experience in private practice and/or as in-house legal counsel advising on the sell rather than the buy side.

Excellent written/verbal English language communication skills. German, French or Spanish language skills or legal experience working in these jurisdictions are an advantageExcellent technical legal knowledge in contract and commercial law, particularly with SaaS products and solutions.

Excellent negotiation and drafting skills. Ability to think strategically and creatively, to identify and resolve legal issues.

Authorisation to practice law. Candidates will need to have a commercial focus and real interest in developing their privacy, data protection and cybersecurity knowledge and applying to our customer contracting.

Preferred

QualificationsYou will have had experience negotiating and drafting clauses & agreements relating to data processing, data protection and cybersecurity with GDPR,



data transfers and data sharing; knowledge of US privacy laws would also be an advantageGerman language communication skills would be an advantage#LI-AB3What's in it For You?

Hybrid Work Model: We've adopted a flexible hybrid working environment (2-3 days a week in the office depending on the role) for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our adaptable work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.

Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow's challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.

Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.

Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days of

📌 Senior Counsel, SaaS (España)
🏢 Thomson Reuters
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