Commercial Technology Solicitor, Belfast

BCL Legal; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading full-service commercial law firm in Northern Ireland is seeking a Commercial Technology Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE to join its Belfast team. This role involves advising on technology agreements, data protection, and intellectual property issues, catering to a diverse client base in innovative sectors like IT and healthcare. The firm is recognized for its progressive culture and commitment to career development, offering competitive remuneration and a modern approach to work.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Flexible and hybrid working

Clear career development pathways

Qualifications

• 2 PQE+ experience in commercial or technology law.
• Interest in technology and innovation.
• Exposure to data protection or IP-focused work is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial and technology agreements.
• Handle data protection and privacy matters.
• Guide on intellectual property and tech-driven transactions.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Technology law

Data protection

Intellectual property

Strong drafting skills

Client-facing skills

Education

Qualified to practice in Northern Ireland

Job description

Commercial Technology Solicitor (2 - 5 PQE) - Belfast

BCL Legal is delighted to be working with a leading full-service commercial law firms on the appointment of a Commercial Technology Solicitor to join its growing Belfast-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with a genuine interest in technology and innovation to work at the cutting edge of commercial and tech law, advising a diverse and high-quality client base across Northern Ireland, the UK, and internationally.

Role

You will join a well-established and highly regarded technology team advising on a broad range of matters, including:

• Commercial and technology agreements (licensing, supply, SaaS, outsourcing, and technology transfer)
• Data protection and privacy
• Intellectual property and IP-driven commercialisation
• Technology-focused transactions and advisory work
• Emerging areas such as AI, cyber security, and digital transformation.

The team acts for early-stage and scaling technology businesses, investment funds, and established corporates operating across sectors such as IT, healthcare technology, cyber security, fintech, data services, and life sciences. You will also advise investors backing high-growth start‑ups, providing exposure to innovative and fast‑moving businesses.

Why This Firm?

This firm is consistently recognised as one of Northern Ireland's most progressive and commercially focused legal practices.

• A strong reputation in technology, corporate, and commercial law
• High-quality work with an entrepreneurial client base
• A collaborative and supportive culture
• Clear career development pathways
• A modern approach to flexible and hybrid working
• Competitive remuneration and benefits

The firm is known for combining top-tier legal expertise with a genuinely approachable and collegiate working environment.

Ideal Candidate

• 2 PQE+, qualified to practise in Northern Ireland
• Experience (or strong interest) in commercial contracts and/or technology law
• Exposure to data protection, IP, or tech-focused work would be advantageous
• Commercially minded, with strong drafting and client-facing skills
• Keen to develop a long-term career in a leading technology practice

Next Steps

If you are a commercial or technology solicitor looking to deepen your expertise in a market-leading team and work closely with innovative businesses and investors, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

For a confidential discussion or further details, please contact Sean Cully at BCL Legal.