In-House Legal Counsel 4-9 PQE (SaaS + Open Source) • Tech Scale-up • Number 2 to GC • UK / flexible

In House Legal Counsel (Technology) 4-9 PQE - Technology Scale-Up

We are working with one of the world’s most accomplished technology companies in their niche, who are seeking to hire a talented Legal Counsel with experience in the SaaS / Open Source software. The business has been around for over 6 years, with founders having completed other projects; there is good headcount globally and the company is steadily growing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

In this varied and broad role you will support this fast growing business on:

• licensing and intellectual property
• structuring, negotiating and drafting software development and advisory agreements
• privacy issues and corporate governance.

You will be part of a small but highly professional legal team and handle matters across a number of jurisdictions. The role reports directly to General Counsel. There are excellent career prospects.

CORE REQUIREMENTS

• 4-10 PQE
• At least 3 years in-house with a software / SaaS company
• UK / Ireland / NZ / AU qualified
• Trained with a reputable firm
• Experienced in negotiating and drafting software development and licensing agreements + privacy

WHAT YOU WILL GET IN RETURN

• Highly attractive package (base salary + bonus + benefits)
• Extremely interesting work as part of a cutting edge technology business ('cutting edge' is an overused cliche but true in this case)
• Professional and personal development including excellent training budget
• Experience within a cutting edge technology organisation
• Excellent company culture - values driven, centered around the individual; this is a place where you can be yourself at work
• Great team - quirky, relaxed, very friendly and open minded
• No politics
• No micromanagement
• Flexible / remote working options and excellent work-life balance
• The role can be based anywhere in the UK and potentially in Europe (reach out for details)

NEXT STEPS
Your contact for this role is Mila Read, in-house tech legal recruiter and Director at Found Legal. Please apply below, via email, Found Legal website or pm Mila on LinkedIn:
www.found.legal
mila.read@found.legal
https://www.linkedin.com/in/milaread/
+447904848936

The recruitment process is fast and efficient. We work closely with the hiring team and will be able to best position you for this exciting opportunity.