Senior Corporate Counsel (United Kingdom)

The Elevator Pitch Evolv Technology is transforming physical security through AI‑powered screening solutions – and we are expanding globally. We’re seeking a business‑minded Senior Corporate Counsel to guide and accelerate Evolv’s international footprint. As a founding member of the EMEA legal team, you’ll be the primary legal partner for our UK‑based and international sales teams, bringing a business‑centric approach to enabling growth while managing risk across multiple jurisdictions. The ideal candidate understands how B2B deals work in a channel sales model, navigates privacy and data protection regulations with confidence, and has a passion for innovative technology that helps make the world safer. If you thrive in high‑growth environments, enjoy building frameworks from the ground up, and want to help shape the international trajectory of a mission‑driven public company, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• International Expansion & Commercial Support: Advise international leadership, sales, and channel teams on privacy and contract related matters, including deal flow, contractual obligations, go‑to‑market strategies, sales enablement, channel relationships, and international expansion across EMEA and other international markets. Draft and negotiate a wide range of B2B commercial agreements, including enterprise SaaS agreements, hardware purchase and lease agreements, key channel partner and distributor agreements, and software licensing agreements. Partner with Sales, Finance, Product, and Supply Chain to structure deals and processes that support scalable international growth. Help assess product risk profiles for international markets and provide strategic input on international product launches, certifications, and market‑entry considerations.
• Privacy, Data Protection & AI Governance: Draft, negotiate and update data protection agreements (DPAs), privacy schedules, cross‑border transfer terms, and other customer/vendor provisions. Leverage your privacy expertise to support Evolv’s data privacy programme including GDPR/UK GDPR compliance and readiness for emerging frameworks such as the EU AI Act.
• Cross‑Functional Leadership: Partner closely with U.S. legal and compliance colleagues to ensure alignment on contracting standards, legal positions, and risk management across the global business. Engage and manage Evolv’s EMEA‑based outside counsel panel to ensure strong partnerships and efficient use of resources.

Qualifications and Preferred Experience:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK or an attorney/licensed lawyer in Portugal or another comparable jurisdiction.
• 8+ years of PQE, including in‑house experience at a technology, SaaS, security, or AI‑driven company.
• Strong international commercial contracting experience, ideally with channel partners, distributors, and enterprise customers.
• Demonstrated expertise in global data protection and privacy frameworks such as GDPR and familiarity with emerging AI regulatory frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act).
• Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and operate as a business‑forward, solutions‑oriented partner.
• Exposure to regulatory areas such as anti‑corruption, competition law, and export/import controls is valued.
• Superior command of written and spoken English. Additional languages a plus.

Location: Hybrid (UK‑based, remote) Reporting to General Counsel Evolv Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Evolv Technology’s privacy notice/statement, which is available upon request. Your application data will be used solely for recruitment purposes and handled in compliance with relevant data protection legislation.

Benefits: If you want to help solve one of the most pressing safety challenges of our time and shape responsible innovation in AI‑powered technology, you’ll thrive at Evolv. You’ll work with talented, collaborative colleagues who share a passion for making the world safer while operating with integrity, curiosity, and humility.

• Permanent role
• Equity is an important component of every compensation package
• Flexible, hybrid work environment
• Unique, mission‑driven culture
• Medical and dental insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Quarterly lifestyle perk allowance
• Tuition reimbursement available to support your ongoing learning and development