Exclusive Role – Legal Counsel – Global Tech Company – [REF#149047]

Website; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tech company is seeking a Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel for its Belfast office. This role involves advising on commercial contracts and technology transactions while collaborating with various internal teams. Ideal candidates will have a strong commercial law background and excellent communication skills, and will thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive team

High quality work

Great work-life balance

Market leading salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 2+ years PQE either in-house or at a commercial law firm.
• Experience negotiating and drafting commercial and technology contracts.
• Strong business acumen and exceptional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial contracts including licensing, procurement, and partnerships.
• Provide legal support for technology transactions including IP protection.
• Collaborate with business teams to assess risks and ensure compliance.

Skills

Commercial law experience

Negotiation

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Education

Qualified lawyer with 2+ years PQE

Job description

Exclusive Role – Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel – Global Tech Company – Belfast (Hybrid)

Are you a commercial solicitor or in-house legal counsel interested in a new challenge?

Do you want to work for a fast paced growing tech company where you will get exposure to really high quality commercial work and to work for a company that is very much in growth mode and has a strong growth plan moving forward.

Our client is a leading global tech company who are a market leader in next generation software products and solutions for their impressive client base. This is an exciting opportunity to join their global legal team and to work with a broad range of internal stakeholders advising them on a broad range of commercial legal matters and risk. They have a friendly and welcoming team and this role is based in their Belfast office (Hybrid).

What this role has to offer:

• Opportunity to work for a market leading tech company with a strong growth plan
• Friendly and supportive team – collaborative approach
• High quality work – working on large and complex commercial and tech contracts and deals
• Great work life balance – very flexible
• Market leading salary and benefit

The Role:

• Advise on commercial contracts, including licensing, procurement, and partnerships with global suppliers and customers.
• Provide legal support for technology transactions, including IP protection, data privacy, and compliance matters.
• Support the company’s expansion into new markets, providing legal advice on regulatory and legal frameworks across various jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with business teams to assess risks, propose solutions, and ensure the company’s operations align with local and international laws.
• Work with external counsel when necessary and manage legal matters effectively.

Key Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 2 + years PQE gained working either within an in-house role or working within a leading commercial law firm
• Previous commercial law experience with experience of negotiating and drafting a broad range of commercial and technology contracts
• Experience working in the technology, software, or digital services sector is highly desirable.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to balance legal risks with business objectives.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders across various departments and regions.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

If you are interested in a confidential chat about this role please contact us today at [e-mail] or call 07852332587

Job Reference Number: REF#149047