Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

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

Job summary

A prominent law firm is seeking a UK-Based Startup Lawyer to lead their new Ipswich practice. This unique role combines opportunity and support, ideal for those looking to leverage existing infrastructure to advise startup clients and develop a legal team. Candidates with startup experience and an entrepreneurial spirit will thrive in this environment.

Qualifications

• Experience advising startups and knowledge of SEIS/EIS funding.
• Ability to work independently and remotely with a detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead a new practice for startup clients, focusing on legal support and team development.
• Provide operational support and client referrals to build the local practice.

Skills

Startup and Corporate Law

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

Exceptional Communication

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Business Acumen

Education

Qualified Solicitor in the UK

Job description

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

Client:

StartupTechLaw

Location:

Ipswich, UK

Job Category:

Legal / Startup Law

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 seeks a qualified lawyer with startup and corporate law experience to lead a new practice. This role is ideal for someone considering launching their own practice but preferring to start 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 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 your practice without taking on the risk alone.

We are especially 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, backed by a proven firm.

If you’re ready to build something meaningful with an experienced legal team, we want 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 organized
• Business acumen and startup ecosystem knowledge
• Qualified solicitor in the UK

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