Legal Counsel - Technology Sector (In-house)

This position offers the opportunity to work in a high-growth, regulated environment. In this role, you will work closely with the General Counsel in the team and collaborate with the wider legal team in Europe.

What you will be doing :

• R&D research-related legal support: Provide legal guidance across the business, from Procurement and R&D to Marketing and Business Development
• General Contract support: Draft and review agreements, including MSAs, NDAs, IP licenses, and real estate contracts etc.
• Statutory Compliance Support: Data protection, anti-bribery, modern slavery, and export controls
• Conduct training sessions for non-legal staff on compliance issues and other legal risk areas
• Regional Collaboration: Work with the European legal team to support research centres across the U.K and EU

What we are looking for:

• At least 2 years post SQE experience in the technology sector, either in a law firm or in-house at a technology company
• Export control knowledge a plus. Experience of working with ECJU and other government departments on export control and trade compliance issues
• Strong knowledge of UK commercial law, statutory compliance, IP, and data privacy.
• Ability to explain complex legal issues in plain, jargon-free English
• Ability to build global relationships and work with diverse teams
• Excellent planning, attention to details

What we offer :

• 33 days annual leave entitlement per year (including UK public holidays)
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Company sports club and social events
• Opportunities for funded additional professional certification/training if relevant to the business

If this sounds like a role you can take hold of, please hit apply ! We'd love to tell you more !