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Veeam SoftwareDirector Commercial Legal, EMEA
Veeam Software functions as a Data and AI Trust Company, helping over 550,000 customers worldwide secure and understand their data. The company is currently seeking a…
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Veeam Software functions as a Data and AI Trust Company, helping over 550,000 customers worldwide secure and understand their data. The company is currently seeking a Director Commercial Legal, EMEA to oversee its regional commercial legal team while functioning as an individual contributor. Based in the UK, this role reports directly to the Senior Director, Commercial Legal and operates on-site. This position requires leading a team of four to five…
Job Description
Veeam Software functions as a Data and AI Trust Company, helping over 550,000 customers worldwide secure and understand their data. The company is currently seeking a Director Commercial Legal, EMEA to oversee its regional commercial legal team while functioning as an individual contributor. Based in the UK, this role reports directly to the Senior Director, Commercial Legal and operates on-site.
This position requires leading a team of four to five lawyers, managing high-value transactions, and acting as the primary escalation point for complex deals. The ideal candidate will combine strong people management skills with deep expertise in technology commercial law, working closely with the sales organization and other internal stakeholders to balance business goals with legal risk.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the US counterpart to align contracting templates, playbooks, processes, and workloads across regions
- Negotiate and finalize complex software, SaaS, BaaS, professional services, and channel agreements
- Deliver practical legal advice that addresses privacy, regulatory, and commercial requirements
- Manage, coach, and support the professional growth of the EMEA Commercial Legal team
- Partner with sales leadership to understand pipeline priorities and allocate resources effectively
- Create and deliver training to help sales staff navigate contracting procedures efficiently
- Act as the escalation contact for high-risk or novel commercial issues while keeping leadership informed
- Promote a collaborative atmosphere and continuous improvement across the global legal department
Requirements
- Qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate
- Possess at least 12 years of post-qualification experience in a leading law firm or in-house legal department
- Demonstrated in-house experience working for a software or technology company
- Extensive background in negotiating and closing complex software and SaaS contracts in fast-paced environments
- Proven experience in people management, including coaching and developing lawyers
Core Skills
Benefits
- 25 paid vacation days plus 4 extra VeeaMe Days for self-care
- 24 paid volunteer hours annually via Veeam Cares
- Private medical, dental, and vision insurance with dependent coverage options
- Life insurance featuring enhanced coverage and 24/7 global protection
- Income protection covering a portion of salary after 26 weeks
- Defined contribution pension scheme with an employer match
- Worldwide business and leisure travel insurance with family coverage options
- Employee Assistance Program providing therapy, financial and legal advice, online GP services, and wellbeing resources
- Access to learning platforms such as LinkedIn Learning and O'Reilly, alongside mentoring and workshops
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What is the location and work model for this role?
The posting specifies that this is an on-site, UK-based position.
What experience is required for this position?
Candidates must be qualified solicitors in England and Wales with a current practising certificate and 12 or more years of post-qualification experience, including significant in-house work at a technology or software firm.
Is salary information provided in the posting?
No, salary details are not specified in the job posting.
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