Legal Counsel – Commercial & IP

LAW Absolute; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology firm is seeking a Legal Counsel based in London to support their EMEA operations. The role involves providing commercial legal support, advising on intellectual property and regulatory matters, and collaborating on new product initiatives. Ideal candidates will be qualified lawyers with a minimum of 3 years of experience, a pragmatic approach, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Knowledge of additional European languages is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ post-qualification experience as a lawyer.
• Background in commercial, technology, regulatory, IP, licensing & copyright matters.
• Additional European language skills are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day legal support to business teams.
• Advise on intellectual property matters and regulatory compliance.
• Support new product launches and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Commercial legal advice

Regulatory compliance

Intellectual property matters

Solutions-oriented approach

Judgment in ambiguous situations

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

A global technology and digital content organisation is seeking a Legal Counsel to support their expanding EMEA operations.

Based in London with office working, this role is suited to a commercially focused lawyer who enjoys advising on complex, fast-moving business initiatives in an international environment.

The Role:

• Provide day-to-day legal support to the business teams, acting as a trusted advisor on commercial and regulatory matters
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including copyright, brand usage, and licensing arrangements
• Advise on regulatory compliance and evolving legal frameworks impacting digital products and services
• Support new product launches and strategic initiatives in collaboration with legal and non-legal stakeholders
• Work closely with international counterparts on cross-border projects

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified lawyer with 3+ years’ post-qualification experience
• Background in commercial, technology, regulatory, IP, licensing & copyright matters
• Pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach with strong judgment in ambiguous situations
• Able to operate independently while managing multiple priorities
• Additional European language skills are advantageous

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.