In-House Counsel

Stealth Startup; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology startup in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly organized in-house counsel. This role involves managing all legal, HR, and administrative functions, while liaising with external counsel on complex issues. The ideal candidate has a law degree, proven legal experience, and strong skills in contract negotiation and compliance with UK law. The position offers a chance to shape HR policies in a remote-first environment and contribute to the startup's growth and governance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a legal role.
• Experience with contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal and compliance matters, including contract management and intellectual property protection.
• Liaise with external legal counsel on complex matters.
• Create and maintain company policies and operational procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Positivity and proactivity

Knowledge of UK employment law

Understanding of GDPR

Experience in technology or AI companies

Education

Law degree (LLB or equivalent)

Job description

We’re seeking a highly organized and efficient in-house counsel to join our team and manage all legal, HR and administrative work. As the CEO’s right-hand person, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring that the wheels of our company are in motion.

Responsibilities

• Managing legal and compliance matters, including contract management, intellectual property protection, data privacy (GDPR), and commercial agreements.
• Liaising with external legal counsel on complex matters and managing legal risks.
• Creating and maintaining company policies and operational procedures.
• Designing governance policies and ensuring the organization meets all corporate governance requirements.
• Developing and implementing HR policies and procedures that comply with UK employment law and support a remote-first workforce.
• Handling visa and work permit processes for international team members.
• Managing vendor relationships and negotiating service agreements.
• Supporting fundraising activities with drafting and reviewing investment agreements.

Qualifications

• Law degree (LLB or equivalent) or qualified solicitor/barrister.
• Proven experience in a legal role.
• Experience with contract drafting, review, and negotiation.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think in a structured manner and bring clarity to the work.
• Excellent communication and the ability to be a good listener and explain and articulate complex matters concisely and clearly.
• Ability and willingness to learn quickly and adapt to the fast-paced startup environment.
• Positivity, proactivity, and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.
• Knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Understanding of GDPR, data protection, and corporate compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with intellectual property law and commercial agreements.
• Experience managing remote or distributed teams.
• Knowledge of company secretarial duties and UK corporate governance.
• Experience in technology or AI companies.
• Understanding of venture capital and startup financing.
• Experience with international employment and remote work policies.