Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading startup law firm is expanding into the UK and seeks a qualified Startup Lawyer to lead their new practice in Kingston upon Hull. The role offers an entrepreneurial opportunity to advise and grow with startup clients, backed by a robust legal team and resources. Candidates with a history in startup law and an entrepreneurial mindset will thrive in this leadership position.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law.
• Proven track record advising startups.
• Understanding of SEIS/EIS funding schemes.

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop the local practice.
• Help build a legal team and manage operational support.
• Focus on building a practice without taking on financial risk.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Entrepreneurial spirit

Business acumen

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK

Job description

Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice, Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire

Client:

StartupTechLaw

Location:

Kingston upon Hull, East Yorkshire, 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 seeks a qualified lawyer with startup and corporate law experience to lead the new practice. This role is ideal for someone considering launching their own practice but preferring 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, understanding 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’s backing, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law
• Proven track record advising startups
• Entrepreneurial spirit
• 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 U.S.-based law firm offering modern legal services for startups, small businesses, and scale-ups. We focus on transparency, eliminating unexpected invoices and billable hours, and serving over 100 startups in the U.S. from formation to funding and exit.