Commercial Tech Associate

A highly regarded international law firm is seeking a Commercial Technology Associate to join its growing Commercial and Technology team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Technology Associate with 3-6 years’ PQE to work on a broad range of complex commercial, technology and data-driven matters for an impressive client base spanning multinational corporations, fast-growth businesses, technology providers and innovative start-ups.

The successful Commercial Technology Associate will join a collaborative and forward-thinking team, advising on high-value technology projects, commercial contracts, digital transformation initiatives and emerging technology matters. The role offers significant client exposure, high-quality work and genuine opportunities for career progression. You must have previous Commercial Technology law experience to be considered for this role.

The Commercial Technology Associate’s Role

• Advising on a wide range of commercial contracts and technology agreements.
• Drafting and negotiating SaaS, software licensing, cloud services and managed services agreements.
• Advising clients on digital transformation and technology implementation projects.
• Supporting clients on data protection and information governance matters.
• Advising on outsourcing, procurement and strategic commercial arrangements.
• Assisting businesses with AI, emerging technologies and digital innovation projects.
• Supporting technology transactions, corporate deals and investment activities.
• Advising clients across multiple sectors including technology, financial services, retail, healthcare and professional services.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Delivering commercially focused and practical legal advice.
• Supporting business development initiatives and networking opportunities.
• Contributing to thought leadership, legal updates and market insights.

The Commercial Technology Associate will ideally possess:

• Qualified Solicitor status or equivalent.
• Between 3 and 6 years’ PQE.
• Previous Commercial Technology experience is essential.
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial and technology agreements.
• Knowledge of data protection and privacy legislation would be advantageous.
• Experience advising on technology projects, outsourcing arrangements or digital transformation initiatives.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and business understanding.
• The ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines effectively.
• A proactive and client-focused approach.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

Why Apply?

• Join a highly regarded Commercial Technology team.
• Work on market-leading technology and digital transformation projects.
• Exposure to innovative and rapidly evolving areas of law.
• High levels of client contact and responsibility.
• Strong support from experienced Partners and senior lawyers.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Clear progression pathway.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with major corporates, technology businesses and fast-growth organisations.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Commercial Technology Associate seeking exposure to high-quality work, innovative clients and genuine long-term career progression within a leading commercial and technology practice.