Company Counsel (Publishing)

Location: London Wall, London, United Kingdom

Company

hirify.global is a global information and analytics business supporting research, healthcare, science, health education, and clinical practice through publishing, data, and technology.

What you will do

• Advise on publishing ethics, research integrity, defamation, infringement, disputes, and related compliance matters.
• Develop and negotiate contracts with rightsholders, identifying risks, approval requirements, and practical solutions.
• Support content acquisition teams by assessing legal and reputational risks while considering commercial objectives.
• Work with compliance and litigation attorneys on investigations, training, policies, and anti-bribery due diligence.
• Develop templates, processes, and guidance while identifying opportunities to improve legal standardisation.
• Partner with Legal Department colleagues and cross-functional business teams to deliver timely, consistent advice.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer in the UK or another recognised common or civil law jurisdiction.
• Previous experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Sound legal and commercial judgement with the ability to assess issues, recommend solutions, and escalate appropriately.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritise and execute tasks independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Business-level English required.

Nice to have

• Experience in publishing or intellectual property.
• Interest in developing AI fluency and using technology to improve legal service delivery.
• Willingness to develop new skills and contribute as a team player.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working hours that allow work to be arranged around peak productivity.
• Focus on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
• Wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance, and sabbaticals.
• Country-specific benefits and an accessible hiring process with accommodation support available.