Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based startup law firm is seeking a Startup Lawyer to lead its new practice in Birmingham. This role offers the unique opportunity to build your practice with established resources and a supportive team. Ideal candidates are experienced in startup law, possess an entrepreneurial mindset, and are ready to shape the future of legal services for innovative companies.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law.
• Proven track record advising startups.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop the local practice.
• Build a legal team and manage client referrals.

Skills

Startup and Corporate Law

Advising startups

Entrepreneurial mindset

Contract drafting and negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK

Job description

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

Client: StartupTechLaw

Location: Birmingham, 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 would prefer 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 our proprietary legal AI tools to increase efficiency and deliver high-quality service.

There is no capital investment or financial contribution required from you. We provide the foundation so you can focus on building your 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 a leadership opportunity with ownership potential, supported by a proven firm.

If you’re ready to build something meaningful with an experienced legal team, 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
• Qualified solicitor in the UK

StartupTechLaw is a US-based law firm offering modern legal services for startups, small businesses, and scale-ups. We eliminate unexpected invoices and billable hours, serving over 100 startups in the US from formation to funding and exit. We aim to be a trusted advisor for our clients’ legal and business needs.