Members of our Board, Committees and Sub-Committees play a vital role in the running of the Law Society, and carry out valuable work for the profession and the public.
We are looking to recruit a dedicated an enthusiastic Convener to the Technology Law and Practice Committee
If you require any further information over and above what is already there, the committee secretary will be able to answer any questions you might have.
The deadline for applications is Tuesday 16 July at 12noon
Areas of practice / sector committees
Do you have an interest in technology? Are you looking for an opportunity to get involved in supporting, engaging, and promoting the interest of technology to meet the professional needs of members? Our Technology Law and Practice Committee is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated Convener.
Aims & Functions
- Consider matters relating to technology law and/or practice, and where appropriate, to provide guidance and information to the profession as it relates to all areas of their professional practice.
- Identify issues of technology law and/or practice which need addressed and provide views and guidance where required to the profession
- Develop a 12-month business plan identifying areas of technology law and emerging themes in technology to plan and prioritise the Committee’s programme of work in line with the Society’s strategic objectives.
- Issue new guidance and refresh existing guidance as part of the 12-month business plan
Selection Criteria
Candidates should be a solicitor and should have:
- Wide knowledge and experience in technology law and/or practice with a good knowledge of their particular specialised area of practice gained through legal practice (whether in private practice or in-house) or in academic study or through working in a related field.
- Generally, candidates should have a minimum of five years’ experience in legal practice or a related field.
- An understanding of technology law and/or practice issues as they relate to both the public and the profession.
- Chairing and delegating skills
- Presentation and media skills
Time Commitment and Expenses
The successful candidate is required to chair and attend quarterly committee meetings plus any ad-hoc meetings which may arise. The successful candidate will provide leadership to the committee, will need to work with the committee secretary on committee matters outside of the committee meetings, will have to dedicate time to reading papers and information in preparation for the meetings and occasionally responding to emails regarding committee work. The Convener will also act as a spokesperson for the Society on the work of the committee.
Meetings are currently held in February, May, August and November of each year. Meetings take place on either the second or third Wednesday of the month and run from 5pm to 6.30pm. At present the meetings are held virtually on Microsoft Teams.
This position is voluntary, although attracts an honorarium payment and reasonable expenses may be claimed.
Please kindly note that the Convener of the Technology Law and Practice Committee becomes an ex officio member of the LawscotTech Advisory Board.
More information on the LawscotTech Advisory Board can be found here.
The LawscotTech Advisory Board meeting dates for 2024 are: 21st June and 17th September from 11am to 12pm online; and 29 November from 11.15 to 12:30 in person at Atria One.
Length of Term
The appointment is for three years and will commence immediately upon approval. Further re-appointment may be possible, in line with the terms of the committee’s remit.
What will I receive in return?
Being a committee member is a very rewarding role. The benefits include opportunities to:
- develop new skills and strengthen existing skills;
- work with people from a wide range of sectors, to enhance teamwork and communication skills;
- gain committee experience;
- develop a better understanding of technology law
Application Process
Applications will be considered by the Nominations Committee who will put their selection forward to the Society’s Council for approval. The panel may invite applicants to a short interview in some circumstances. The Nominations Committee secretary will confirm the appointment in writing shortly after formal approval has been given.
How to apply / About the role
To apply for this positions, please complete the application form on this page.
The deadline for all completed application forms is 12noon on Tuesday 16 July. Please email application forms to CommitteeRecruitment@lawscot.org.uk
Please do complete the application form as thoroughly as possible. It will be the completed application form which will be the basis of assessment for the position.
CV's sent will be rejected.
The Society reserves the right to seek more information from external sources in relation to the information provided on the application form.
- Commitment to delivery of the Law Society’s strategy
- Commitment to the time required to effectively carry out the role
- To lead the committee in making decisions and achieving its goals.
- To chair meetings effectively, ensuring that all relevant interests are declared, all participants have the opportunity to contribute to the discussion, and that at the conclusion of each discussion there is a clear decision about next steps.
- Comment on and approve the minutes, which will be provided in draft by the committee secretary.
- Contribute to work between meetings through email exchanges, calls or meetings, as appropriate and as necessary.
- Act as a spokesperson for the Society on the work of the committee.
- To review applications in accordance with our recruitment and selection policy and procedure and along with the recruitment panel, make recommendations to the Nominations Committee or Regulatory Committee for the appointment or reappointment of members. Also, as a panel member to interview candidates as necessary.
- To work constructively with other committee members and Law Society staff.
- To comply with our code of conduct, standing orders and constitution.
- Any duties specific to the work of the committee
Download an application form
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