Senior Legal Counsel • Global Tech Company • London or Remote (UK)

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Technology Lawyer with over 8 years of experience to join their dynamic legal team. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid or remote work, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment that emphasizes collaboration and continuous learning. You will be instrumental in shaping your role, engaging with sales activities, and working on bespoke contracts. With a competitive package and a positive culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a growing global software company.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a commercial technology lawyer.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills for bespoke contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support sales activities with legal guidance in an international role.
• Collaborate with teams and participate in projects and events.

Skills

Commercial Technology Law

Contract Drafting

Negotiation Skills

In-House Experience

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Senior Legal Counsel • Global Tech Company • London or Remote (UK), Bolton

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Client:

Found Legal — In House Tech Lawyer Recruitment

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Hi there, this is Mila Read from Found Legal, where we specialise in in-house technology lawyer recruitment.

My client is a global software company looking to hire a Senior Commercial Technology lawyer at 8+ PQE level.

Location / Remote

The company's offices are just outside West London (30-40 min from Waterloo). The team meets once every 1-2 weeks in the office. The office is in a nice location by the river with a garden and outdoor lunch area.

The role can be hybrid or remote for the right candidate (based in the UK, Ireland, France, Netherlands, Germany, or Belgium, where the business also has offices).

Company

A B-to-B software company serving other tech companies, with approximately 2,500 employees worldwide. Headquartered in Europe, with no US late-night calls. The legal team comprises about 10-12 lawyers. Established 30 years ago, growing 20% annually. Known for a secure, exciting environment and a great culture with talented colleagues.

Role

• International (EMEA) commercial technology lawyer role, with 70-80% of work supporting sales activities.
• Collaborative environment where legal supports sales early, is involved in projects, and participates in team events.
• Opportunity to shape your role by selecting areas of interest.
• Supportive management and colleagues, with a focus on continuous learning.

About you

• Experienced commercial technology lawyer with 8+ years of experience.
• In-house experience or client secondments supporting Tech/Software vendors or IT services companies preferred.
• Technically strong, with excellent drafting and negotiation skills, especially for bespoke contracts.

What you can expect

• Work in a growing, well-established company with a positive culture in an international role.
• Excellent relationships with colleagues.
• Autonomy and trust from an experienced GC.
• Competitive package reviewed annually.
• Hybrid or remote working options.

Please share this job post if you know someone who meets the above profile (8+ PQE commercial tech lawyer with experience in Software / IT Services / IT Outsourcing).

If you are more junior but meet the requirements otherwise, please get in touch as I may be able to help.

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