Digital & Technology Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global organization is seeking a skilled Digital & Technology Solicitor to join its dynamic in-house legal team. In this pivotal role, you will advise on complex digital matters and cutting-edge technologies, ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. You'll negotiate high-value contracts and support digital innovation initiatives, all while collaborating with various teams to manage legal risks. This is a fantastic opportunity to be at the forefront of legal transformation in a fast-paced, international environment, where your expertise will significantly impact the business's digital strategy.

Qualifications

• 6+ years post-qualification experience in digital and technology law.
• Strong track record in negotiating tech contracts and advising on legal risks.

Responsibilities

• Advise on cross-border technology contracts and digital procurement agreements.
• Guide stakeholders on regulatory frameworks like GDPR and DORA.

Skills

Digital Law

Technology Law

Outsourcing Law

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

AI Implementation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Tools

Cloud Platforms

Automation Tools

Job description

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Our client, a global well known organisation is seeking a 6 PQE Digital & Technology Solicitor to join its high-performing, collaborative in-house legal team. This is a strategic role advising on complex digital, data, and technology matters across a multinational business undergoing ambitious transformation.

You’ll be at the forefront of advising on cutting-edge technologies — from cloud platforms and AI to automation tools and digital infrastructure — while ensuring compliance with an evolving regulatory landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on complex, cross-border technology contracts including SaaS, software licensing, outsourcing, and digital procurement agreements
• Support digital innovation initiatives, including AI implementation and automation, ensuring alignment with emerging legal and regulatory standards
• Guide stakeholders on regulatory frameworks such as the EBA Guidelines on Outsourcing, DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), GDPR, and the EU AI Act
• Partner with IT, procurement, and digital teams to manage legal risk in cloud adoption, information security, and third-party tech engagements
• Contribute to internal policies on digital governance, AI ethics, and operational resilience
• Deliver training on regulatory compliance, contract risks, and best practices for digital tools across business units
• Monitor and interpret legal developments in the digital and technology space, advising senior leaders on potential business impacts

About You:

• You have 6+ years of post-qualification experience with a strong track record in digital, technology, and outsourcing law
• You have experience navigating regulatory frameworks such as GDPR, DORA, the EBA Guidelines on Outsourcing, and the EU AI Act
• You are confident negotiating high-value, multi-jurisdictional tech contracts and advising on complex legal risks in innovation projects
• You combine technical legal skills with commercial awareness and clear communication
• You are collaborative, responsive, and comfortable advising senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, international environment

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