Legal Counsel- UK

| The City, Buckinghamshire, England, GBR | Remote
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Envoy Global is a proven innovator in the global immigration space. Our mission combines our industry-leading tech platform with holistic service to streamline, simplify and expedite the immigration process for employers and individuals.

We have an opening within Envoy's growing Legal team for a Legal Counsel to join us on a full-time basis. Our Legal Counsel will provide strategic legal advice and support to Envoy’s growing operations within the EMEA region and other locations globally. While reporting directly to the general counsel, our Legal Counsel will advise on a broad range of areas, including contracts, employment, data privacy and M&A.

As Legal Counsel, you will assist in managing legal matters related to our global subsidiary entities as we continue to grow organically and through M&A, including:

  • Facilitate subsidiary integration into the overall corporate structure
  • Assist on regulatory and compliance matters
  • Establish company policies and related materials and trainings
  • Attend to corporate governance matters
  • Draft, review and negotiate contracts
  • Advise on employment matters
  • Provide legal support on M&A activity
  • Other assistance as needed

To apply for this role, you should possess the following skills, experience and qualifications:

  • Law degree from a reputable university
  • Admitted to practice law in the UK
  • 6+ years of experience working at a law firm or inhouse
  • Familiarity with data privacy and other relevant regulatory frameworks in the EMEA region
  • Problem solving mindset, with the confidence to use outside counsel sparingly
  • Business acumen and a sensitivity to commercial needs
  • Experience across multiple jurisdictions, in particular France and/or the UAE a plus
  • Ability to interact and communicate clearly and effectively
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of relevant tasks
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills

 

In return, you will work for a supportive, employee-focused organization that encourages staff to achieve a work-life balance, teamwork, and communication on a global scale with other offices.

 

This role is 100% remote, working from home within the United Kingdom.

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

 

  • Please ensure that you submit an updated resume 

If you feel that you meet our requirements, we look forward to hearing from you asap!

 

 

 

 

 

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An Insider's view of Envoy Global, Inc.

What’s the vibe like in the office?

The vibe in our office is open and welcoming! We have a mixture of people from all over which makes day to day interactions truly enriching. We make sure to get to know one another; rather it be at our monthly All Hands meetings,or grabbing a cup of Cold Brew in the kitchen. Our vibe is to “vibe” with one another & make Envoy one big happy family!

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HR Generalist

What does career growth look like on your team?

Career growth is about carrying a sense of urgency and accountability at all times. Build your career by finding the opportunity and not waiting for the opportunity to find you. It’s important to drive change amongst your team, company, but most importantly – yourself.

Mike H.

Sales Director

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

Our weekly All Hands Meetings allow employees to see how the company is doing and ask questions in real time to members of leadership. One of our core values is our ability to be candid: we have pulse surveys, manager meetings, hackathons, and encourage all employees to bring up questions and suggestions to any member of leadership.

Kira Meinzer

Chief People Officer

What makes someone successful on your team?

At Envoy, success comes in many forms, but the one that stands out is someone being responsive and thorough. We all have great ideas, passionate about the industry, but when it comes down to it, getting the job done quickly and thoroughly allows us to build a great foundation for an even better product and workplace.

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What are Envoy Global, Inc. Perks + Benefits

Envoy Global, Inc. Benefits Overview

•Convenient Chicago Loop location – 2 blocks from Metra trains and the CTA
•Extremely competitive benefits plan including BCBS medical coverage, including FREE employee dental and vision coverage, and a company-matched 401k plan that vests immediately
•Stock options after one year of employment
•Annual accrual of 18 days of paid time off (PTO), 2 personal days, and 10 paid holidays per year
•Paid Parental Leave Program
•Casual work environment
•Company sponsored lunches, happy hours, and events throughout the year
•Healthy snacks & unlimited LaCroix
•Monthly Product Lunch & Learns and ongoing Career Development/Training
•Built In Chicago’s 2019 Best Places to Work
•ITA Industry Disrupter Winner 2019
•Chicago Innovation Award Winner 2019
•Growing social responsibility programs & partnerships
•Opportunity to work for an organization that changes lives every day!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mean gender pay gap below 10%
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance + Wellness
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Company equity
Employee Options Program
Performance bonus
Child Care & Parental Leave
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Vacation + Time Off
Generous PTO
18 days of PTO + 2 "Floating" days
Paid volunteer time
Sabbatical
Envoy offers full-time employees with seven years of continued service the opportunity to take a four-week paid sabbatical.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Free snacks and drinks
Some meals provided
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Professional Development
Job training & conferences
Promote from within
Continuing education available during work hours
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

Additional Perks + Benefits

We provide thorough and ongoing training. Our rich benefit package includes competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance with an option for a HDHP with a generous HSA contribution by the company. Regular opportunities to interact with co-workers through social events, intramurals, and collaborative projects. We are remote first and give our team members the freedom to work where they want in the US, and for those that do travel to the office, team members can enjoy a fully stocked kitchen, including unlimited snacks, coffee, tea, and all of the flavored LaCroix you can handle!

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