Starszy Prawnik

Senior Lawyer

Job Summary

Pepco Group is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel - Technology & Innovation to support our Group and its companies in all aspects of technological innovation and development. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded technology lawyer to join our team and work on a wide range of projects, supporting Pepco’s Group Technology function across our dynamic, fast-paced retail business.

You will act as a strategic partner to various business areas, driving competitiveness and business objectives. 

We offer:

• Work in an international company that is on the Forbes list of the best employers in Poland and is loved by millions of consumers in Poland and Europe.
• Competitive salaries and genuine opportunities for promotion - the development of our employees is the cornerstone of our strategy!
• Flexible working arrangements, including global/hybrid work options.
• Private medical care and preferential life insurance to make you feel secure.
• Benefit platform with plenty of opportunities - events, foreign trips, shopping vouchers, etc. - there is something for everyone.
• Discounts on purchases at Pepco stores - buy your favorite products at great prices.
• The opportunity to develop English language skills while working in an international environment (see point above).
• Numerous free trainings, courses and webinars - we have so much of this that you're sure to find something for you.
• Free psychological, legal and financial consultations as part of our employee support program - your well-being is important to us!
• A friendly atmosphere and the support of colleagues who are willing to share their expertise - despite the fact that we are a really large organization, we have managed to maintain a pleasant, informal atmosphere.
• Work in a unique organizational culture - Pepcoolture, where the mission, vision and values we have developed are the foundations of our daily work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as strategic business partner to Technology Department, influencing senior stakeholders to ensure project alignment with our IT strategy.
• Provide specialized legal counsel on a wide range of technology contracts, including complex, high-profile, and business-critical agreements in the IT sector.
• Offer first-line support on disputes related to IT contracts, coordinating with the specialist in-house dispute resolution team and external advisors as necessary.
• Provide general legal advice and support on various IT-related issues, including IT litigation and TUPE.
• Develop practical and innovative commercial solutions to problems by thinking "outside of the box."
• Support the simplification and innovation of legal services, using technology to improve processes.
• Define, own, and report on legal transformation in IT area, leading the evolution of the legal function and fostering a transformation mindset across the team.
• Engage with and support other lawyers across the international Pepco Group.
• Manage the outsourcing of matters to external law firms where necessary, ensuring value for money.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years Post-Qualified Experience gained specifically in the IT sector, either at a leading law firm or in-house (in-house experience preferred but not essential).
• Extensive experience working with Oracle, WIPRO, SAP, outsourcing agreements, software licenses, and general commercial disputes arising from the provision of IT products and services.
• Strong enthusiasm for technology and innovation, with wide-ranging commercial contracts experience in the IT industry.
• Experience and understanding of corporate matters within the IT context are welcome.
• AI knowledge and capabilities are a bonus.
• A transformation mindset, with an openness to change, adaptability, and a future-focused approach.
• Must thrive in a team environment, within a dynamic and fast-moving IT setting.
• Ability to build credibility with experienced internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel frequently during the first 12-24 months.
• Openness to work in a hybrid model.