Senior Legal Counsel
Organising Institution / Firm
Rosemore Recruitment
Quick Verified Facts
π Deadline
Rolling Basis (Official)
π Mode / Location
Greater London, England, United Kingdom
π° Stipend / Pay
Not Specified
π Eligibility
Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales; Strong experience negotiating complex commercial and technology agreements (SaaS, software, technology environment); Detailed knowledge of IP licensing, cloud arrangements, liability provisions, data protection, and technology implementation; Proven ability to lead negotiations independently; Confidence operating as the principal legal contact on significant transactions without constant senior oversight; Excellent judgment; Strong written and verbal communication skills; Experience working across international transactions and multiple jurisdictions; Strong understanding of the commercial objectives behind a transaction; Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK; Visa sponsorship is not currently available.
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Jobs
Full Opportunity Brief
Senior Legal Counsel at a Technology Business (Recruited by Rosemore Recruitment)
Rosemore Recruitment is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel for an established and fast-growing technology business. This full-time, hybrid/flexible role is based in Greater London, England, United Kingdom, and focuses on high-impact commercial and technology transactions within the in-house legal function.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales.
- 6+ years' PQE with significant experience in technology and commercial contracting, particularly within a SaaS, software, or technology environment.
- Detailed knowledge of areas such as IP licensing, cloud arrangements, liability provisions, data protection, and technology implementation.
- Proven ability to lead negotiations independently and operate as the principal legal contact on significant transactions.
- Excellent judgment and strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience working across international transactions and multiple jurisdictions.
- A strong understanding of commercial objectives to balance legal protection with deal completion.
- Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Negotiating complex technology contracts including SaaS agreements, software licences, professional services arrangements, strategic partnerships, and enterprise customer contracts.
- Leading commercial negotiations from a legal perspective, taking ownership of risk allocation, liability, intellectual property, service levels, and data protection.
- Supporting major bids and sales processes, advising on RFPs, commercial structures, pricing arrangements, and contractual risk.
- Working closely with senior commercial stakeholders to find practical solutions to legal and contractual issues.
- Providing clear, concise, and commercially focused legal advice in a fast-moving environment.
- Developing and improving contracting processes, templates, and playbooks.
- Delivering practical training and guidance to commercial and bid teams.
- Advising on technology-related legal matters including data protection, privacy, information security, cloud services, intellectual property, open-source software, and AI.
- Working with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple international markets and supporting significant international negotiations.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Not specified.
Application Procedure & Required Documents
Interested candidates should apply by clicking the 'Apply' button on LinkedIn or by emailing their CV directly to the recruiter.
Official Notification & Contact Information
Contact Person: Jasmin Morland (Rosemore Recruitment)
Email: jasmin@rosemorerecruitment.com