Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

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

Job summary

A U.S. law firm, StartupTechLaw, is expanding in the UK and seeks a Startup Lawyer to lead a new practice in Nottingham. This role offers a unique opportunity to focus on developing a startup-centric legal practice with comprehensive support, ideal for entrepreneurial lawyers seeking to make an impact without initial risks.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop the local practice.
• Build a legal team and support operationally.
• Utilize AI legal tools for efficiency.

Skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Excellent contract drafting

Negotiation skills

Exceptional communication

Detail-oriented

Business acumen

Education

UK solicitor qualification

Job description

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

Client:

StartupTechLaw

Location:

Nottingham, 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 a new practice. This role is ideal for someone considering launching their own practice but prefers 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 proprietary AI legal tools to enhance efficiency and service quality.

There is no capital investment or financial contribution required from you. We provide the foundation, allowing you to focus on building your practice without taking on 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 role with ownership potential, supported by a proven firm.

If you are 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
• UK solicitor qualification

StartupTechLaw is a U.S. law firm offering modern legal services for startups, small businesses, and scale-ups. We focus on transparency, eliminating unexpected invoices and billable hours, and acting as trusted advisors from formation to funding and exit. We have experienced rapid growth in the U.S., servicing over 100 startups and growing businesses.