Legal Counsel

We believe diversity of thought and experience creates the most brilliant communities to serve our organisation, and that is why Hauser & Wirth is an equal opportunities employer.

Hauser & Wirth is one of the world’s leading commercial galleries for modern and contemporary art. We are seeking a Legal Counsel to act as a right hand to the company General Counsel.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements in an international environment (manufacturing and production agreements, supply agreements, printer agreements, website development agreements, advertising agreements, partnership contracts, etc.)

• Draft and negotiate complex terms and conditions in a wide range of areas

• Negotiate commercial transactions in Europe, the US and Asia

• Draft and negotiate corporate contracts on behalf of the company (and its affiliates), including agreements with partners, service providers, and vendors

• Advise on general corporate matters, including compliance, governance and organizational reporting documents

• Draft privacy policies, NDAs, etc.

• Advise our teams relating to data protection/privacy issues; address relevant data protection/transfer/processing issues

• Draft and negotiate intellectual property licensing agreements, standard software licensing and development agreements

• Review and be responsible for forms relating to Hauser & Wirth’s Gallery business: consignment, loan, purchase, sales agreements, and others

• Assist the General Counsel in interfacing with, directing and supervising outside counsel where appropriate

Required knowledge, skills and qualifications:

• EMEA-based lawyer with Master’s degree in Law/State exam

• 3-5 years of experience in an international law firm

• Experience and excellent knowledge and understanding of

  • Corporate law and procedures

  • Commercial law (complex commercial agreements)

  • European privacy and data protection laws

  • IT law (complex technology/licensing agreements/technology development and technology transfer agreements, technology service agreements)

  • Intellectual property laws (licensing agreements)

• Knowledge of applicable EU law, including relating to cross-border transactions

• Broad experience in international business & cross-border agreements.

• Familiarity with the contemporary art business including deal structures and contract forms

• Excellent self-organization, independence, a high level of commitment

• Interdisciplinary ability to understand diverse topics of a global corporate environment

• Excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to take initiative, think creatively and work strategically

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with an ability to multi-task, prioritize and work nimbly in a fast-paced environment

This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, committing to working at least 3 days out of our central London, Mayfair offices. Remote working is permitted for the remainder of the week.

Candidate may occasionally need to work additional hours/travel to other locations.

Please submit your resume and cover letter including references by email only to: londonjobs@hauserwirth.com