Internal Legal Counsel
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Internal Legal Counsel to join a cutting-edge technology company developing highly innovative hardware and AI software products.
As the business continues to scale, they are looking for a commercially minded Legal Counsel to establish and develop their in-house legal capability, becoming a trusted advisor to senior leadership across a broad range of strategic business matters.
This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious technology business where legal is viewed as a strategic business function, helping to shape commercial decisions, manage risk, and support the company's continued growth. Working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, software, and advanced hardware, you will play a key role in supporting the company's next phase of growth.
Location: North Uttlesford / Greater Cambridge Area (5 days onsite)
Salary: Competitive + benefits package
Requirements for Internal Legal Counsel:
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent recognised jurisdiction)
- Significant post-qualification experience gained in-house and/or within a leading commercial law firm
- Strong experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex commercial agreements
- Excellent knowledge of technology law, intellectual property, software licensing, and data protection legislation
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused legal advice
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Applicants must be fully eligible to work in the UK without restriction, time limit, or sponsorship
Desirable:
- Experience within an AI, software, SaaS, or high-growth technology company
- Knowledge of AI governance, emerging AI regulation, or responsible AI frameworks
- Experience implementing legal operations, contract management systems, or compliance programmes
Responsibilities for Internal Legal Counsel:
- Provide commercially focused legal advice across a broad range of business activities
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage commercial agreements including customer, supplier, partnership, licensing, SaaS, and confidentiality agreements
- Advise on legal matters relating to AI technologies, software licensing, intellectual property, data protection, privacy, and emerging regulatory frameworks
- Support corporate governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives across the business
- Monitor developments in UK and international legislation affecting AI and technology businesses, providing practical guidance to stakeholders
- Work closely with senior leadership to support strategic business decisions and manage legal risk
- Manage relationships with external legal advisers where specialist expertise is required
- Help shape and develop the company's internal legal function as the business continues to grow
What this offers:
- A highly visible, strategic role working directly with senior leadership and influencing key business decisions
- The opportunity to build and shape an in-house legal function within a rapidly growing technology business
Applications:
If you are an experienced commercial solicitor looking to move into (or further develop) an in-house legal career within an exciting technology business, we would love to hear from you. Please send an up-to-date CV via the relevant link.
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Keywords: Legal Counsel / In-House Solicitor / Commercial Solicitor / Technology Lawyer / AI Lawyer / Software Licensing / Intellectual Property / Data Protection / Privacy Law / SaaS / Commercial Contracts / Corporate Counsel / Defence Technology / Technology Law / General Counsel
Internal Legal Counsel employer: RedTech Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative defence AI firm in Saffron Walden, where you will play a crucial role in shaping the company culture and driving impactful HR practices. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and employee growth, this fast-paced environment offers unique opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the company's success.
