Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more. Experian invests in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. We have an amazing team of 25,200 people in 32 countries.
Job DescriptionWhy this role is important to us
At Experian, our Commercial Management Team plays a vital role in enabling business growth while ensuring legal and commercial risks are effectively managed. As Senior Legal Counsel, you'll be a trusted adviser to the business, leading negotiations on significant, high-value client contracts and helping shape how legal services are delivered through our innovative Legal-as-a-Product approach. You'll partner with senior partners to support strategic growth, transformation programs and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Work that matters - What you'll do
- Lead and manage complex, high-value commercial agreements for important clients and business opportunities.
- Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, driving transactions through to successful execution while balancing legal and commercial risk.
- Draft, review and negotiate technology, data, software licensing, services and framework agreements.
- Optimise contracting processes, templates and playbooks to improve efficiency and scalability.
- Support business transformation programs, including M&A integration activities and legal service development.
What you'll need to bring to the role and Experian
- Qualified Solicitor with solid post-qualification experience in commercial contract law.
- Experience independently managing complex commercial contracting programmes and negotiations.
- Experience leading large-scale contracts and supporting important clients and commercial relationships.
- Experience designing and implementing process improvements, governance frameworks and contracting systems that create operational excellence.
- Excellent commercial judgement, partner management and influencing skills, with the ability to operate at senior levels.
More about you
- You take ownership of complex matters and are comfortable leading negotiations.
- You enjoy creating structure, improving processes and advocating more efficient ways of working.
- You are commercially minded and can provide, legal advice and solutions that helps the business achieve its objectives.
- You excel in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and build trusted relationships across Legal, Sales, Compliance, Risk and Operations teams.
- Hybrid role - 40% office base
- Great compensation package and discretionary bonus plan
- Core benefits include pension, BUPA healthcare and more
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Internal Grade: C/EB7
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Skills Required
- Qualified Solicitor with solid post-qualification experience in commercial contract law
- Experience independently managing complex commercial contracting programs and negotiations
- Experience leading large-scale contracts and supporting important clients and commercial relationships
- Experience designing and implementing process improvements, governance frameworks, and contracting systems
- Excellent commercial judgment, partner management, influencing, and senior stakeholder communication skills
Experian Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Experian and has not been reviewed or approved by Experian.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and dental coverage is described as strong, with expanded mental health resources and telemedicine options. Coverage includes inclusive services such as gender transition and fertility support.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings are generous, including substantial PTO/vacation, paid holidays, and paid volunteer days with options to purchase additional leave. Parental leave is available for birth and non-birth parents alongside flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with company matching and contributory pension schemes in some regions. These elements complement base pay and bonuses to form a competitive total rewards package.
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What We Do
Experian unlocks the power of data to create opportunities for consumers, businesses and society. During life’s big moments – from buying a home or car, to sending a child to college, to growing a business exponentially by connecting it with new customers – we empower consumers and our clients to manage data with confidence so they can maximize every opportunity. We gather, analyse and process data in ways others can’t. We help individuals take financial control and access financial services, businesses make smarter decision and thrive, lenders lend more responsibly, and organizations prevent identity fraud and crime. For more than 125 years, we’ve helped consumers and clients prosper, and economies and communities flourish – and we’re not done. Our 20,600 people in 43 countries believe the possibilities for you, and our world, are growing. We’re investing in new technologies, talented people and innovation so we can help create a better tomorrow. About Experian: Bringing data to life requires creativity, passion, flexibility and expertise. We want you to share in our success. That's why we offer rewards that recognise great performance. Working in a culture of collaboration, achievement and respect we will give you the support and encouragement you need to develop your skills and talents and progress your career. Everyday our people bring enthusiasm, innovation and inspiration to work and if this sounds like you connect with us at Experian.
