Legal Counsel

Nine Twenty; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth tech business in the UK is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide in-house legal support. This role requires a qualified solicitor with 2-4 years’ PQE who can draft and negotiate contracts, advise on legal matters, and work closely with the leadership team. The position offers a competitive salary, private healthcare, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive salary & reward package

Private healthcare

Coaching support & training

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' PQE ideally with SaaS/tech experience.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident in negotiations and document drafting.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts (SaaS, supplier, data processing).
• Advising on commercial, regulatory and risk matters.
• Supporting procurement, IP, licensing and GDPR compliance.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Legal drafting

Knowledge of UK GDPR

Advising on commercial matters

SaaS/tech experience

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales, Scotland, or equivalent)

Job description

Legal Counsel
Scotland or UK-based (Hybrid) | Permanent | Tech/SaaS Environment

A client of ours, a high-growth, PE-backed tech business, is looking to bring legal support in-house for the first time and has asked us to support the search for a confident, commercially minded Legal Counsel.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a qualified solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE to step into a standalone in-house role with wide exposure across the business. You’ll work closely with the CFO and leadership team, advising on everything from SaaS contracts to data protection and commercial risk.

What you’ll be doing:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts (SaaS, supplier, data processing)

• Advising on commercial, regulatory and risk matters (UK & international)

• Supporting procurement, IP, licensing and GDPR compliance

• Owning legal templates and contract processes

• Providing training and guidance to internal stakeholders

• Managing external legal counsel when needed

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales, Scotland, or equivalent)

• 2–4 years' PQE, ideally with SaaS/tech experience

• Confident in contract negotiation and legal drafting

• Solid knowledge of UK GDPR

• Someone comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced environment

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary & reward package

• Private healthcare

• Hybrid working

• Coaching support & training

• Family-friendly policies

If you're a legal professional who enjoys being close to the business, and you're excited by growth and pace, I’d love to speak with you.