Senior Technology Counsel – 24 Month FTC

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing FinTech firm is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team on a 24-month fixed-term contract. You will draft and negotiate SaaS contracts, advise on agreements, and ensure legal compliance. Ideal candidates have strong PQE in commercial law and in-house experience in FinTech or tech-led businesses. The role offers hybrid working and various benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Private medical and dental cover

Enhanced parental leave

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Study leave

Cycle to Work and tech discounts

Qualifications

• Strong PQE in commercial, IT, or technology law.
• In-house experience in FinTech, SaaS, or tech-led businesses.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex SaaS contracts with clients.
• Lead negotiations with clients and suppliers.
• Advise on existing agreements and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business goals.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

IT law experience

Negotiation skills

Strong commercial awareness

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

A fast-growing FinTech firm is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its high-performing legal team on a 24-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic, data-driven environment where legal expertise directly supports innovation and commercial success.

About the Company

A fast-growing FinTech firm delivering advanced analytics to global financial institutions. Combining deep financial expertise with cutting-edge technology, the company is known for solving complex challenges in trade surveillance and compliance. It’s a collaborative, high-performance environment where innovation and impact go hand in hand.

The Role

You’ll be a key legal advisor, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure robust, commercially sound agreements and legal compliance. The role suits a confident, proactive lawyer with a background in commercial, IT, or technology law.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex SaaS contracts with global financial institutions
• Lead negotiations with clients and suppliers
• Advise on existing agreements and risk mitigation
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business goals
• Manage external counsel to ensure cost-effective legal support
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments

Ideally you will have

• Strong PQE in commercial, IT, or technology law
• In-house experience in FinTech, SaaS, or tech-led businesses
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to assess legal risk
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple workstreams
• Collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills

Benefits Include

Hybrid working, private medical and dental cover, enhanced parental leave, generous holiday allowance, pension scheme, study leave, and lifestyle perks such as Cycle to Work and tech discounts.

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