Senior Legal Counsel - Defence Technology (AI)

Legal Counsel - Defence Technology (AI) Location: London (Hybrid) Salary: £100,000 - £130,000 + Benefits About the Company A high-growth UK defence technology start-up at the forefront of applied AI, delivering cutting-edge solutions across intelligence, operations, and decision-making. The business is scaling rapidly and plays a key role in supporting mission-critical environments. The Role We're looking for a commercial Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to take ownership of a broad legal remit in a fast-paced, innovative environment. You'll work closely with senior leadership, advising across commercial, strategic, and regulatory matters while helping shape legal strategy as the business grows. Key Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements Advising on IP, data privacy, and employment law Supporting projects including product development, fundraising, and M&A Maintaining legal templates, policies, and processes Supporting company secretarial activities Providing pragmatic legal advice across the business About You Qualified lawyer with 5+ years' PQE Strong commercial experience (in-house or private practice) Background in tech, AI, or defence (desirable) Comfortable in a fast-paced / start-up environment Commercial, proactive, and able to work autonomously Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy