Assistant Legal Counsel
Quick answer
IFRS Foundation is hiring a Junior Assistant Legal Counsel in London to support the legal function, focusing on IP, commercial, and philanthropic funding contracts, with a closing date of 06/11/2026.
- Role
- Assistant Legal Counsel
- Organization
- IFRS Foundation
- Location
- London
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Legal
The role
To support the legal function in ensuring the organisation is legally compliant, with particular emphasis on drafting IP, commercial, supplier and philanthropic funding contracts, protection and maintenance of intellectual property rights, exercising strong commercial awareness, built on a foundation of thorough legal knowledge.
What you'll do
- Support the team to grow its identity and build strategic partnerships across the organisation through developing clear and efficient processes and SLA’s, supported by legal technology.
- Support work towards Legal Team’s annual strategic objectives.
- Provide sound legal advice based on thorough research.
- Work with Legal Team colleagues and other internal stakeholders to maintain, manage and protect the Foundation’s global intellectual property (IP) rights.
- Negotiate and draft a wide variety of agreements as required by the organisation, including but not limited to commercial and supplier agreements (including SAAS).
- Provide legal support relating to data protection, data management, regulatory compliance including sanctions, anti-trust matters, and information governance.
What it takes
- Minimum 5 years PQE UK qualified solicitor and/or qualified legal professional in either EU or US
- Strong knowledge of IP, contracts and commercial law; knowledge within EU, Asia Oceania region and/or US an advantage
- Experience dealing with contentious and/or litigious casework
- Experience of drafting IP and commercial contracts and general contract correspondence
- Experience of regulatory issues desirable, including sanctions, competition law, and data protection
- Knowledge of employment law desirable
What you'll bring
How we treat you
rewarding work that serves the public interest; engagement with diverse international experts; inclusive and collaborative teams; intellectually challenging projects; flexible working arrangements; numerous areas of specialisation; opportunities for professional growth and development
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in London, UK.
What is the compensation?
The compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include minimum 5 years PQE UK qualified solicitor, strong knowledge of IP, contracts and commercial law, and experience dealing with contentious and/or litigious casework.
How do I apply?
Applications can be submitted until 06/11/2026. Please apply through the IFRS Foundation's job posting page.
How to apply
Apply directly on IFRS Foundation's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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