Why Kyndryl

Kyndryl is a market leader that thinks and acts like a start-up. We design, build, manage, and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl?

We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers, and our communities. We invest heavily in you – not only through learning, training, and career development, but also through the flexible working practices and stellar benefits that help you grow and progress long-term. And we give back – from planting 90,000 trees in our first 3 months as part of our One Tree Planted initiative to the Corporate Social Responsibility and Environment, Social and Governance practices embedded within everything we do, we are committed to powering human progress in an ethical, sustainable way.

Your Role and Responsibilities

Public sector legal lead /contract professional Introduction: At Kyndryl, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to inspire in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most demanding problems? If so, let’s talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities:
To succeed in this role you have to be self-motivated and able to support the Kyndryl business, focusing on the UK and Ireland regions, with the capability to work across borders.
You will have extensive experience and be able to advise the business on public sector engagements, including the UK Government Model Services Contract and CCS frameworks. You will also act as the single point of contact in the legal department for all public sector matters. You should be skilled and have the requisite experience to practise commercial and contract law in this jurisdiction.
Joining us, you will have a range of responsibilities as well as a public sector focal point, including, being a trusted advisor to the company's business leaders in the region, which will include negotiating, drafting and advising upon a variety of commercial arrangements, to include, in particular, outsourcing and infrastructure services and management contracts,other services contracts, distribution arrangements, intellectual property, data protection, security (including cybersecurity), as well as supporting other company projects as required and dispute resolution.
Experience in negotiating complex GDPR matters is highly desirable.
Experience in 1 or more of the following would be an asset:
Regulatory experience, including competition compliance, the FCPA, import & export regulations;
Corporate experience.
If you are extremely bright and engaging, with a demonstrable strong focus in commercial and technology related agreements you belong to us.
Experience and training gained from working in a prestigious law firm or in a blue chip technology organisation would be preferable.
Relevant in-house experience in a multi-national organisation is desirable, but not a pre-requisite.
Moreover, we will value a collaborative, positive and enthusiastic approach and a genuine passion for being part of the technology driven revolution..

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Experienced commercial negotiator with extensive public sector experience and a proven track record.
• Demonstrable understanding of outsourcing, infrastructure services and complex service contracts.
• Legal Qualifications.
• Negotiation skills.
• Understanding of UK Government Model Services Contracts

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

• Experience of working with the UK Government Model Services Contract and CCS Frameworks.
• Qualified and practising lawyer, admitted to the courts of England and Wales.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Being You @ Kyndryl

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks (KINs) are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

Other things to know

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.

Primary Job Category

Enterprise Operations

Role (Job Role)

Contract Engagement Advisor

Employment Type

Full-Time

Contract Type

Regular

Position Type

Professional

Travel Required

Some travel may be required based on business demand

Company

(Y072) Kyndryl UK Limited

Is this role a commissionable / sales incentive based position

No