Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer in startup and corporate law to lead its new practice in the UK. This role offers the opportunity to advise startup clients, build a legal team, and utilize proprietary AI tools while enjoying the independence of running your practice without financial risk. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in startup environments and legal advisory roles.

Qualifications

• Experience with SEIS/EIS funding schemes and UK early-stage investments.
• Ability to work independently and remotely.

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop local practice.
• Help build a legal team and manage client referrals.

Skills

Experience in Startup and Corporate Law

Proven track record advising startups

Entrepreneurial mindset

Contract drafting and negotiation skills

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented and highly organized

Business acumen and understanding of the startup ecosystem

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK

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Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client: StartupTechLaw

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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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—designed to improve efficiency and service quality.

No capital investment or financial contribution is required from you. We provide the foundation for you to 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 early-stage legal work's fast-paced nature. 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 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 aim to eliminate unexpected invoices and billable hours, becoming a trusted legal and business advisor. We have grown rapidly in the U.S., serving over 100 startups from formation to funding and exit.