Trainee Solicitor, EMEA Guildford, England
Job description
The next big thing in data is you!
As a Trainee Solicitor you provide commercial legal support to our UK business in its operations across the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. You will provide high-quality legal, research, review and support for Western Digital’s sales, procurement, corporate and other commercial activities in the region. You will be part of the larger ‘Global Technology & Commercial Legal Service Team’ and supervised by the Senior Legal Counsel, EMEA (a solicitor in England and Wales).
This role is a full-time paid role designed to jump start your career, offering on-the-job supplemental training and a robust mentorship program. You get to work alongside the brightest minds in the industry to drive the innovation necessary to outpace new demands and challenges created by data.
About Western Digital
The future. It’s on you. You & Western Digital.
We’ve been storing the world’s data for more than 50 years. Once, it was the most important thing we could do for data.
The most game-changing companies, consumers, professionals, and governments come to us for the technologies and solutions they need to capture, preserve, access, and transform their data.
But we can’t do it alone. Today’s exceptional data challenges require your exceptional skills. It’s You & Us. Together, we’re the next big thing in data.
Western Digital fosters an environment of ethical behavior through policies and practices which has led to our recognition as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for four consecutive years. We are deeply committed to protecting and supporting our people, our environment, and our communities. The company has published scope 1 and 2 emission reduction targets in line with the 1.5°C trajectory consistent with the Paris Agreement and which have been confirmed by the Science Based Targets initiative.
Western Digital® data-centric solutions are found under the SanDisk® and WD® brands.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalising commercial documents, including, but not limited to marketing agreements, non-disclosure agreements, product sales agreements, distribution agreements, amendments, board minutes, powers of attorney and sales support programs
- Identifying and advising internal clients on risks associated with each transaction and proposing practical/strategic risk mitigation strategies in connection with commercial transactions.
- Providing legal research on other matters as they arise, including intellectual property, consumer, product regulatory, privacy, antitrust and litigation.
- Working closely with attorneys and contracts managers within legal and compliance function, interfacing with Western Digital subject matter experts, as needed.
- Supporting aspects of the contracts management process and policies, including using and improving strategic playbooks, templates, and contract life cycle management processes.
- Working on special projects, as needed.
- Hybrid Working model. 2-3 days per week in Guildford (UK) office, remainder remote working.
- Potential for agreement of flexible working arrangements to facilitate any period of any remaining legal study.
REQUIRED:
- Law degree or postgraduate diploma in law (PGDL) with a relevant undergraduate degree from a reputable university.
- Completed or on track towards completing the Legal Practice Course (LPC) or Solicitors Qualification Examination (SQE)
- No character and suitability barriers to becoming trainee solicitor.
PREFERRED:
- Work experience at a law firm, marketing agency, or tech company.
- Basic knowledge of EU consumer, competition and intellectual property laws.
- Track record of delivering in a position of trust.
- Ability to effectively identify goals, communicate, identify risks and proposed go-forward strategies with internal business clients.
SKILLS:
- Solution oriented and highly organised.
- Team player who is able to work independently and across different time zones.
- Candidate will be self-motivated, results driven, resourceful and enthusiastic.
- Self-starter who takes ownership of work and demonstrates the ability to work independently and collaboratively with others.
- Speak effectively one-on-one and to small groups of internal and external parties.
- Maintain strict confidentiality.
- Attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Ability to manage and prioritise multiple projects.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality of work.
- Conduct business in an ethical manner, presenting a credible image.
- Fluent English (both verbally and written).
- Additional language skills are a plus (preferably German).
- Able to embrace new technologies.
Additional Information
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including Paid Vacation time; Private Medical Plan; Cash Plan; Sickness Benefit; Employee Life/ Group Income Protection insurance; Company Pension scheme; Employee Assistance Program; Wellness related benefits; Maternity and Paternity top up plans; Training opportunities ; Recognition Program, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
- The Company reserves the right to change or discontinue any of these benefits in its sole discretion.
Diversity Policy
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [email protected] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
