​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Commercial Contracts & IP Solicitor – Belfast

Commercial Contracts & IP Solicitor – Belfast

Software licences, distribution deals, IP and data: if commercial and tech work is your thing, read on.

One of NI’s top commercial firms is looking for an Associate to join its Contracts & Technology team, advising clients across a wide range of sectors.

Day to day focus:

• Drafting and negotiating supply, outsourcing, agency, distribution, reseller and OEM agreements
• Software and hardware licensing for local and global businesses
• Protecting and commercialising intellectual property
• Data protection, privacy and Freedom of Information advice.

Ideally you’ll have:

• Associate-level experience in commercial contracts, technology or IP
• NI qualification, or E&W / ROI qualification and a plan to practise in NI
• A practical, deal-focused approach to negotiation
• Interest in data protection and emerging tech regulation.

The upside:

• A busy, well-respected team with a strong tech client base
• Work spanning contracts, IP and regulatory, so no two weeks look the same.

Apply now or message Abacus for a no-pressure and confidential discussion.

Any reference to PQE and salary levels is indicative and subject to review.

Location

Belfast, Northern Ireland

Salary

45000 - 65000

Job Type

Permanent

Date Posted

16 October, 2026