At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial contracts and provide legal support across global markets.
- Company: Dynamic tech company with a focus on innovation and growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and flexible working arrangements.
- Other info: 10-month maternity cover with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a growing team and make an impact in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: 5+ years PQE in Commercial Law with SaaS experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 95000 £ per year.
A growing technology business are looking to recruit a Commercial Counsel for a 10 month maternity cover appointment (running until mid May 2027). This role will report directly into the firm's General Counsel.
Responsibilities:
- Commercial Leadership: Lead the commercial contracting function, providing end-to-end legal support across global markets including the UK, US, Europe, and APAC.
- Contract Negotiation: Draft, review, and negotiate a high volume of complex commercial agreements (SaaS and affiliate marketing agreements).
- Business Partnership: Act as a strategic advisor to Sales and Business Development teams, managing high-pressure, time-sensitive deal cycles.
- Process Optimization: Continuously audit and improve legal infrastructure, including contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and internal workflows to increase departmental velocity.
Requirements:
- Ideally 5+ years PQE as a Commercial Counsel
- Prior experience in drafting/reviewing/negotiating SaaS and/or affiliate marketing agreements is highly desired
- Prior experience working on a global/international scale is desired
Commercial Counsel - 10m FTC in City of London employer: Lawrence Harvey
Join a dynamic and innovative technology business that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. With flexible working arrangements in London or Nottingham, you will benefit from competitive remuneration, including a bonus, and the opportunity to lead impactful commercial legal initiatives on a global scale. The company prioritises professional growth, offering resources and support for your development while encouraging a healthy work-life balance.
