Senior Legal Counsel - (Tech / B2b SaaS)

Houseful; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading SaaS provider in London seeks an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to manage commercial contracts and advise on tech-related legal matters. Ideal candidates will be qualified solicitors with strong negotiation skills and experience in a fast-paced environment. This role offers a hybrid work pattern and comprehensive benefits including enhanced parental leave and a 10% discretionary bonus.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + extra days for years of service

Day off for volunteering & Digital detox day

Gym on-site in London

Discretionary annual bonus up to 10% of base salary

Enhanced Parental leave

Fertility Treatment Financial Support

Cycle to work and electric car schemes

7.5% pension contribution by the company

Free Calm App membership

Festive Closure - Business closed for a period between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• Experience in house in a scale up or fast growing SaaS business.
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts with a technology focus.
• In-depth knowledge of the application of Data Protection Law in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements.
• Advising on digital and tech related matters including SaaS and AI.
• Building strong relationships and providing clear legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Assisting on M&A and investment matters.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial Acumen

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

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Senior Legal Counsel - (Tech / B2b SaaS), London

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Houseful

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London, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Hybrid Working Pattern - 2 days per week in our London Bridge office.

Houseful Limited, home to leading UK property brands: Zoopla, Alto Software Group and Hometrack, is on a mission to reinvent how we move, transact, and live in our homes. We're a passionate team building innovative products and experiences that empower millions of people to make smarter property decisions. This is an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic Legal & Compliance team and play a crucial role in supporting our continued growth and success.

Alto Software Group is a B2B SaaS company which creates software solutions that connect businesses and consumers, powering more than half of all UK housing transactions each year.

We deliver a one-stop shop for estate agents and home builders to drive efficiencies, speed up the transaction while reducing risk, improve end-customer experiences, stay ahead of regulatory changes and unlock new areas for business growth.

While we are not a start-up we have a start-up mindset set and want our people to operate with this mindset so that we can achieve our ambitions.

The Role:

We are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Senior/ Legal Counsel to join our busy and impactful Legal team. This role offers a diverse and challenging workload, providing the opportunity to work on a broad range of legal matters and collaborate closely with various business stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills, capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Commercial Contracts: Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including but not limited to supplier agreements, partnership/reseller agreements and customer contracts. Taking ownership of key legal agreements and projects
• Digital and Tech related matters: Advising on digital and tech related matters including SAAS and AI
• Stakeholder Management: Building strong relationships and providing clear, practical legal advice to internal stakeholders across different functions
• M&A: assisting on M&A and investment matter

About You:

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales (or equivalent jurisdiction).
• Experience in house in a scale up/fast growing SAAS business
• Strong experience in drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts with a technology focus.
• In depth knowledge of the application of Data Protection Law in the UK.
• Experience in M&A
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• A proactive and collaborative team player.
• Everyday Flex - greater flexibility over where and when you work
• 25 days annual leave + extra days for years of service
• Day off for volunteering & Digital detox day
• Festive Closure - Business closed for a period between Christmas and New Year
• Cycle to work and electric car schemes
• Free Calm App membership
• Enhanced Parental leave
• Fertility Treatment Financial Support
• Group Income Protection and private medical insurance
• Gym on-site in London
• 7.5% pension contribution by the company
• Discretionary annual bonus up to 10% of base salary