Opportunity for UK-Based Startup Lawyer to Lead New Practice

JR United Kingdom; York; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is looking for a UK-Based Startup Lawyer to spearhead the development of a new practice in York. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to leverage existing resources without financial investment. Ideal candidates possess a strong background in startup law and a keen understanding of the entrepreneurial landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in Startup and Corporate Law.
• Proven track record advising startups.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise startup clients and develop local practice.
• Build and lead a legal team.
• Utilize legal AI tools to enhance service delivery.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Detail-oriented

Business acumen

Education

Qualified solicitor in the UK

Job description

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

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 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 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 opportunity with ownership potential, supported by a proven firm.

If you're ready to build something meaningful with the backing of an experienced legal team, 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
• 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 transparent billing and eliminate unexpected invoices, serving over 100 startups in the U.S. from formation to funding and exit.