Legal Counsel

XYZ Reality; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering augmented reality company in London seeks a motivated lawyer to join its legal team. The role entails providing counsel to various business sectors, focusing primarily on commercial contracting and supporting the EMEA sales team. Ideal candidates will possess a law degree, at least two years of relevant experience, and skills in commercial negotiation. This is an exciting opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial tech environment and shape a dynamic business at the forefront of innovation.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Private healthcare with Vitality

Hybrid working

Biannual salary reviews

Office located within a 5 minute walk from Angel station

Employee referral scheme

Free lunches and after-work gatherings

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department.
• Demonstrated experience in commercial negotiations.
• Ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on high-value commercial transactions.
• Collaborating with engineering teams on new products and features.
• Leading on a project to streamline legal processes.

Skills

Commercial negotiations

Exceptional communication

Interpersonal skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Law degree (or equivalent)

Job description

Introduction to XYZ

XYZ Reality are the creators of the world's first and only engineering‑grade Augmented Reality solution, purpose built for the construction industry. Not only have we created this holographic technology, that sits within The Atom – a smart, site‑safe headset/hardhat – but we implement it on projects, utilising the power of AR to ensure that all schemes are completed in line with the delivery timescales and budgets.

XYZ has grown to over 100 staff across the UK, US & Europe and is working with Mission Critical organisations & construction companies to successfully deliver major projects.

What will I be doing?

We have an exciting opportunity for a self‑motivated, driven lawyer to join XYZ’s highly regarded legal function based out of our UK HQ in London. Reporting to our VP Legal, you will play a vital role in providing counsel to internal stakeholders across all business sectors, including executive management, R&D, sales, finance, HR, and operations, as well as some of the brightest and most talented hardware and software engineers in the industry. A primary focus of the role will be commercial contracting and supporting our EMEA sales team; strong skills in commercial drafting and negotiation are therefore essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, and advising on high‑value commercial transactions with clients (construction industry experience is not required!) and partners / suppliers
• Product counselling – collaborating with engineering teams on new products and features, identifying relevant legal risks and regulatory requirements
• Leading on a project to streamline legal processes across the business
• Developing and maintaining XYZ Legal playbooks and its suite of template agreements
• Intellectual property advice – working with our retained patent attorney on capturing and prosecuting patentable inventions, assessing copyright infringement risks, and maintaining XYZ's patent and trademark portfolios
• Providing strategic advice and implementing policies and best practices related to privacy and data protection
• Working on corporate and board matters, including fundraising
• Maintaining XYZ’s information security policies
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams and serving as a trusted adviser to stakeholders, including product, sales, marketing, finance, HR, and operations, providing cohesive legal and compliance advice, ensuring alignment with business goals, and mitigating risks

What skills and qualifications will I need?

Requirements:

• Law degree (or equivalent)
• At least two years’ experience at a law firm and/or in‑house legal department
• Demonstrated experience in commercial negotiations
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts in a succinct and digestible manner to non‑legal stakeholders
• Strong work ethic with the ability to independently lead on matters

Bonus points if you:

• Can leverage your current skillset and experience and apply it to a broad spectrum of legal (and quasi‑legal) matters
• Can effectively prioritise and manage numerous tasks simultaneously under competing deadlines
• Take initiative, are proactive, and don’t hesitate to get your hands dirty to get things done
• Are a team player, helping when and where needed, and eager to work in a dynamic, fast‑paced, and challenging environment.

Why will I love it here?

If you are proactive and enjoy working in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial tech environment, this is an exciting opportunity to help drive a dynamic business at the forefront of innovation.

Providing legal advice to a start‑up often means stepping outside your comfort zone and gaining expertise in unfamiliar areas of the law. However, as the second member of XYZ Legal, you will have the unique chance to shape your career according to your own interests, whether that involves specialising in intellectual property, corporate law, or any other sectors or fields.

With XYZ, you’ll have the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, make a tangible impact on the world, and build a career that you can be proud of.

If you are passionate and eager to push the boundaries of what is possible, then we want to hear from you!

Benefits & Good to Knows

• 25 days annual leave + public holidays
• Private healthcare with Vitality
• Christmas shutdown days on top of leave allowance (2‑4 per year usually)
• Office located within a 5 minute walk from Angel station
• Hybrid working
• Biannual salary reviews
• Summer & Christmas staff parties
• Free lunch bought in and after‑work gathering/drinks every other Thursday in the office
• Employee referral scheme
• Make a real‑world impact of revolutionising the construction industry

If you’d like to see the products and technology we have created so far on our journey you can view it in action through our YouTube and Website.