Commercial Lawyer - 6 month FTC

Octopus Legacy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech company in Greater London is seeking a commercial lawyer to support various legal matters and compliance. You will draft and negotiate contracts while managing their lifecycle and conducting legal research. Ideal for those with at least 1 year of in-house experience, this role offers hybrid working and several employee benefits, including health insurance and opportunities for charitable engagement. Join us to innovate and shape a meaningful legacy.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible holiday

Work from anywhere for 4 weeks

Health & Life Insurance

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Breakfast and wellness activities

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of in-house experience, ideally in a fast-paced or startup environment.
• Experience with commercial contracts and general in-house advisory work.
• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and reviewing contracts with third parties.
• Overseeing contracts throughout their lifecycle.
• Conducting legal research on issues relevant to the business.

Skills

In-house legal experience

Commercial contracts

Compliance interest

Strong organization

Effective communication

Job description

We’re Octopus Legacy: one of the fastest growing tech companies in the country, part of the UK’s most exciting and best‑trusted group (you may have heard of some of our sister companies…) and we have a mission.

We’re on a path to scale, aiming to become a household name while transforming a long‑established industry and helping our customers prepare for, and find support after, death.

But we can’t do it alone, and that’s why we’re assembling a team of top performers to build with us.

Ready to be part of something big?

The Role

We’re looking for a commercial lawyer to support the company on commercial and contract matters, assist the legal team with compliance, and handle a variety of ad‑hoc day‑to‑day legal issues.

This is a new role reporting to our Head of Legal. While the focus will be on drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements, the fast‑paced, dynamic nature of our business means you’ll gain exposure to a broad spectrum of challenging legal topics.

This role is also ideal for an experienced paralegal looking to take the next step into a commercial in‑house role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement processes: Drafting and reviewing contracts with third parties.
• Support partnerships: Drafting and assisting with negotiation of contracts with partners (e.g., charities, employers, IFAs).
• Contract management: Oversee contracts throughout their lifecycle, from drafting to renewal.
• Conduct legal research on issues relevant to the business.
• Assist the legal and compliance function to ensure the company meets applicable laws and regulations.

Who Are You?

• At least 1 year of in‑house experience, ideally in a fast‑paced or startup environment
• 2 yrs PQE (desirable but not essential)
• Experience with commercial contracts and general in‑house advisory work
• Interest in compliance (legal, regulatory, or operational)
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and a pragmatic approach to risk
• Comfortable working in a lean team and wearing multiple hats
• Clear communicator who can break down legal concepts for non‑lawyers

Our Mission

When people think about planning for death they think about wills, life insurance and funerals. We take these cold processes and turn them into something more human. Share more than money: leave voice notes, music, recipes. Shape a legacy that connects you while you’re here, and after you’re gone.

Founded by Sam after his mum died suddenly, we’re a group of people who work in death because we’ve been affected by it. We know the difference a good plan makes, and what it’s like when there isn’t one.

Death can come between us, leave mess, legal fees, frustration. But it can also make us stronger. We see a world where people talk openly about death, and work out the real meaning of legacy, one that connects to them. We’re here to make that world happen.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (London Bridge).
• Flexible holiday + extra day off for your birthday.
• Work from anywhere in the world for up to 4 weeks per year.
• Vitality Health & Life Insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Free Will & LPAs + discounts on other Octopus services.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and access to the Electric Vehicle (EV) Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Octopus Giving: we match any charitable fundraising that you do up to £500.
• Breakfast every day, snacks and wellness activities.

We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Octopus Legacy is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.