Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent U.S. law firm is seeking a UK-based Startup Lawyer to lead their expansion into the UK market. This unique role combines the opportunity to establish a practice without financial risk, while benefiting from client referrals and support. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in startup and corporate law, along with an entrepreneurial spirit.

Benefits

Access to proprietary legal AI tools

No capital investment required

Support with client referrals

Operational and legal oversight provided

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop the local practice.
• Help build a legal team.
• Provide operational support and legal oversight.

Skills

Startup and Corporate Law

Communication

Negotiation

Detail-oriented

Entrepreneurial mindset

Business acumen

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK

Job description

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

Client:

StartupTechLaw

Location:

Leicester, 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 is seeking a qualified lawyer with experience in startup and corporate law to lead the effort. This role is ideal for someone considering launching their own practice but seeking 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 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 a practice without taking on the risk alone!

We are especially interested in candidates with experience founding a company or working 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 backing you, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law
• Proven track record advising startups
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire to work independently
• 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
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Business acumen and startup ecosystem understanding
• Qualified solicitor in the UK

StartupTechLaw is a U.S.-based law firm offering a modern approach to legal services for startups, small businesses, and scale-ups. We aim to eliminate unexpected invoices and billable hours, serving over 100 startups in the U.S. from formation to funding to exit. We are now expanding into the UK market and seeking a leader to establish our practice here.