Commercial Lawyer (Digital/Tech) (2801)

Cathedrala appointments; Bristol; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a seasoned lawyer with 7+ years' experience in digital technology and data protection law. This role involves advising on critical technology transactions and collaborating with diverse teams to enhance client competitiveness in various sectors. The firm offers a dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for international secondments and continuous learning.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension

Private medical insurance

Dental and eye care

Qualifications

• At least 7 years’ post-qualification experience in the UK.
• Expertise in digital/tech and data protection.
• Experience with complex transactions (software licensing, IT services).

Responsibilities

• Advise on contract strategy and regulatory matters.
• Assist businesses in implementing digital technologies.
• Expand workstream on multi-jurisdictional projects.

Skills

Contract analysis

Communication

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22.06.2025

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Bristol, Plymouth or Southampton

About the firm

We are working to support the continued growth of our client's digital, tech and data team, which represents an impressive range of FTSE 100 and FTSE 250 clients, public sector organisations, educational institutions and industry bodies. As part of this UK Top 50 law firm, the team works collaboratively with their clients on high-profile, business-critical projects and regulatory matters, and are proud of their ability to deliver specialist advice across the digital landscape. The team advises on complex and high-profile technology transactions, digital transformation projects, data protection, cyber security, and the use of emerging technologies such as generative AI.

About the role

The team collaborates with developers and suppliers of innovative products and services, working closely with the commercial and national sector teams. They assist businesses in adopting and implementing digital technologies to enhance productivity and competitiveness across sectors like manufacturing, energy, transport, logistics, and international trade.

You will be involved in all aspects of transactions and projects, including advising on contract strategy, data protection, regulatory matters, and risk management. Every day offers new learning opportunities, and you'll be part of a diverse, collaborative team that values support and creativity.

You will help expand the workstream on multi-jurisdictional projects, with opportunities to assist UK businesses in entering new markets, especially in the USA and Saudi Arabia. There may also be options for international secondments.

What we’re looking for

Our client seeks a lawyer with at least 7 years’ post-qualification experience in the UK, specializing in digital, technology, and/or data protection, gained at a City or large regional firm, or in-house. You should be highly experienced and seeking a new challenge to advance your career. Demonstrable expertise in a commercial environment, particularly in digital/tech and data protection, with experience in complex transactions like digital transformation, software licensing, IT services, data protection, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like generative AI, is essential. Strong contract analysis, drafting, communication skills, and a passion for the practice area, along with a commitment to excellent client service, are required.

Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, holiday buy & sell, family leave policies, pension, private medical, dental, eye care, wellbeing initiatives, recognition awards, savings schemes, and more. For confidential inquiries or informal discussions, contact Charlotte Ferguson, Recruitment Manager, at 01392 712003, 07342 840879, or via email.