Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

StartupTechLaw is expanding into the UK and seeking an experienced lawyer in startup and corporate law to lead their new practice in Bedford. This unique opportunity allows for independence with support from an established firm, ideal for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset looking to advise startups without the burden of initial financial investment.

Benefits

Access to proprietary legal AI tools

Operational support and client referrals

No capital investment required

Qualifications

• Experience in startup and corporate law essential.
• Proven track record of advising startups.
• Understanding of SEIS/EIS funding schemes required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the local practice and advise startup clients.
• Build a legal team and develop the practice in the UK.
• Utilize proprietary legal AI tools to enhance service quality.

Skills

Startup Law

Corporate Law

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Detail-Oriented

Business Acumen

Education

Solicitor Qualification in the UK

Job description

Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice, Bedford

Client:

StartupTechLaw

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

StartupTechLaw is expanding into the UK and is seeking a qualified lawyer with experience in startup and corporate law to lead the effort. This role is suitable for someone considering launching their own practice but prefers to do so with existing infrastructure, resources, and support.

As our UK Partner, you will advise startup clients, develop the local practice, and help build a legal team. We will support you with client referrals, operational support, legal oversight, and access to proprietary legal AI tools—designed to enhance efficiency and service quality.

There is no capital investment or financial contribution required from you. We provide the foundation so you can focus on building a practice without bearing the risk alone.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have founded a company or worked closely with startups and understand the fast-paced, hands-on nature of early-stage legal work. This is an ownership opportunity supported by a proven firm, not a typical employment role.

If you're ready to build something meaningful with an experienced legal team backing you, we’d like to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law
• Proven track record advising startups
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Experience with SEIS/EIS funding schemes and UK early-stage investments
• Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Business acumen and understanding of the startup ecosystem
• Qualification as a solicitor in the UK

StartupTechLaw is a U.S. law firm offering modern legal services for startups, small businesses, and scale-ups. We focus on transparent billing without unexpected invoices or billable hours, serving over 100 startups and growing businesses from formation to funding and exit.