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Commercial and Technology Lawyer

Join us as a Commercial and Technology Lawyer AVP at Barclays where you will be ...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham; Greater Manchester; Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Dynamic and solutions-focused senior qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or similar in the UK or another comparable jurisdiction) with relevant post-qualification experience (in-house and/or private practice)
Experience advising on a range of commercial and technology agreements - supplier, client and partner facing – including, software licenses, hardware and software maintenance, SaaS and cloud services, sponsorship, professional services, data and index licensing and PoCs
Experience advising on and managing legal risk arising in compliance with organisational policies and standards, including advising on ways to embed better risk management across the organisation
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload, partnering with a variety of stakeholders, including Barclays’ Procurement and Technology teams and front-line business teams
Be a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the objectives of the CIT, the legal function and broader organisation

Job Responsibility

Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on CIT Areas, including regulatory advice and advocacy, innovation and technology strategy, and contract drafting, review and negotiation
Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to CIT Areas, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
Creation and review of legal documents including agreements and licenses for commercial services, technology, software, data, real estate, and sponsorship and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank across the CIT Areas
Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the CIT Areas
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls

What we offer

Access to wellness rooms, gyms and mental health support
Modern workspaces, collaborative areas, and state-of-the-art meeting rooms
On-site cafeterias, fitness centers, and tech-equipped workstations
Structured hybrid working
Inclusive culture
Mobility and career development opportunities

Fulltime

Commercial and Technology Lawyer - VP

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , Birmingham; Greater Manchester; Glasgow

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Dynamic and solutions-focused senior qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister or similar in the UK or another comparable jurisdiction) with relevant post-qualification experience (in-house and/or private practice)
Experience advising on a range of commercial and technology agreements - supplier, client and partner facing – including, software licenses, hardware and software maintenance, SaaS and cloud services, sponsorship, professional services, data and index licensing and PoCs
Experience advising on and managing legal risk arising in compliance with organisational policies and standards, including advising on ways to embed better risk management across the organisation
The ability to work independently and manage your own workload, partnering with a variety of stakeholders, including Barclays’ Procurement and Technology teams and front-line business teams
Be a team player and work collaboratively with colleagues to contribute to the objectives of the CIT, the legal function and broader organisation

Job Responsibility

Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on CIT Areas, including regulatory advice and advocacy, innovation and technology strategy, and contract drafting, review and negotiation
Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to CIT Areas, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
Creation and review of legal documents including agreements and licenses for commercial services, technology, software, data, real estate, and sponsorship and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank across the CIT Areas
Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the CIT Areas
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls

What we offer

wellness rooms
gyms
mental health support
modern workspaces
collaborative areas
state-of-the-art meeting rooms
on-site cafeterias
fitness centers
tech-equipped workstations

Fulltime

Commercial Counsel

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Counsel to join our Legal Team in the U...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

ElevenLabs

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer in Ireland, the UK, or another common law jurisdiction, with the ability to practice in your location
6-12 years of relevant post-qualification legal experience (in-house experience in technology or SaaS strongly preferred)
Demonstrated expertise in commercial contracts, SaaS and software licensing, technology transactions, data protection, and intellectual property, with particular familiarity with GDPR and other European regulatory frameworks
Strong commercial acumen and ability to balance legal risk with business objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities, and collaborating effectively with global stakeholders
Deep interest in the future of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, with a proactive, pragmatic approach to legal and regulatory issues

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, negotiate, and close complex commercial agreements with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners across Europe
Partner with regional sales, business development, and operations teams to design and implement strategies that support high-growth go-to-market initiatives
Monitor and interpret evolving European legal and regulatory developments, including data protection, technology, and AI-related frameworks, and apply this knowledge to contract drafting and risk assessment
Develop, maintain, and localize contract templates, playbooks, and policies to reflect regional requirements and industry best practices
Provide clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused legal advice to cross-functional teams, balancing innovation with regulatory compliance
Contribute to scaling the Legal Team’s commercial function across Europe, fostering a collaborative, solutions-oriented team culture

What we offer

Innovative culture
Growth paths
Learning & development: ElevenLabs proactively supports professional development through an annual discretionary stipend
Social travel: We also provide an annual discretionary stipend to meet up with colleagues each year, however you choose
Annual company offsite
Co-working: If you’re not located near one of our main hubs, we offer a monthly co-working stipend

Fulltime

Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Lawyer

We are currently seeking Life Sciences & Pharmaceutical Lawyers to work with var...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2 to 10 years post-qualification experience at a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device or other life sciences company, or experience in a law firm advising pharma / life science clients
Experience providing legal advice for a wide range of regulatory matters, including MHRA/EMA marketing (advertising, promotion, labelling)
Good academic credentials and post-qualification experience
Strong commercial understanding, and excellent interpersonal skills
You must have the right to work and be eligible to practice as a lawyer in the UK

Job Responsibility

Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts including but not limited to: vendor agreements, licensing agreements, confidentiality agreements, master service agreements, clinical trial agreements, clinical supply agreements, technical services agreements, software license agreements, safety data exchange agreements, laboratory services agreements, consulting agreements, R&D agreements, manufacturing agreements and indemnity agreements
Working with and advising corporate clients directly, as well as the ability to provide entrepreneurial, pragmatic, business-oriented advice
Working in a large, fast-paced environment with a high level of professionalism and outstanding business judgment

What we offer

health benefits
pension
professional development resources
learning and development programs

Commercial Lawyer

A dynamic law firm in London, known for its commitment to entrepreneurial client...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

80000.00 - 110000.00 GBP / Year

Jameson Legal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Solicitor in England & Wales
Strong commercial law background from notable city or leading regional firms, with upwards of 8 years’ PQE
Ability to work autonomously with a keen eye for detail, and extensive experience in commercial law
Passion for working with entrepreneurial clients, SMEs, start-ups, and scale-ups
Experience in supervising and mentoring junior team members
Ready to start immediately or at short notice

Job Responsibility

Offer expert advice on various commercial agreements such as terms of business, technology contracts, supplier contracts, software development contracts, licensing and SaaS contracts, marketing and influencer agreements, and agency, distribution, franchising, and licensing agreements
Work directly with entrepreneurs, start-ups, and management teams across industries like technology, hospitality, fitness, and leisure
Take on a supervisory role, mentor junior team members, and engage in business development activities

What we offer

Vibrant and supportive environment
Balanced work-life arrangement with 2-3 days in the London office and the rest working from home
Part of a supportive team that prioritises collaboration and professional development

Fulltime

Legal Consultant - Financial Services (Technology)

Axiom is looking for a Legal Consultant for Technology to join our growing team ...

Location

Singapore , Singapore

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer
Experience in the financial services industry preferred
Significant experience in negotiating contracts for technology and non-technology transactions with third party providers
Strong knowledge of intellectual property, outsourcing, offshoring, software licensing, privacy and related regulatory and risk environments
Strong interest in new and emerging technology solutions and applications
Strong analytical, problem-solving and legal research skills
Strong business judgment and strategic thinking
Strong work ethic
Proven ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems and provide viable solutions
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills

Job Responsibility

Review, interpret and negotiate agreements with suppliers
Advise clients and partners on rights and responsibilities related to agreements
Manage end-to-end negotiations
Navigate internal processes and coordination between business, Legal, Sourcing and other subject matter experts
Interpret contractual requirements based on information provided by internal business partners
Negotiate standard and customized contracts to minimize risk
Analyze legacy legal documents for conformance to current policies
Provide guidance and subject matter expertise on documentation to internal partners
Serve as trusted advisor to internal clients and business partners
Help develop and enhance legal knowledge management training materials and procedures

What we offer

Access to a variety of professional development programs
Continuing legal education opportunities

Legal Counsel

Rapid7’s Legal team is seeking a Legal Counsel with a primary focus on supportin...

Location

Czechia; United Kingdom; United Kingdom , Prague; Belfast; Reading

Salary:

Not provided

Rapid7

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A law degree and license to practice law in your jurisdiction with 2+ years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, preferably within the technology or SaaS sector
Experience supporting go-to-market teams on software licensing, SaaS agreements, NDAs, services agreements, SOWs, and order forms
Strong knowledge of or interest in EU and UK data privacy and security regulations, including GDPR
Demonstrated history of partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Privacy, and Information Security teams and the ability to support stakeholders across EMEA and collaborate effectively with U.S. based colleagues
Strong ability to translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical guidance for non-legal audiences
Interest in leveraging AI-enabled tools to improve legal processes and efficiency
Fluency in English
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and collaborative mindset
Strong decision-making skills, including the ability to balance legal risk with commercial objectives when negotiating and advising on sales contracts
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate legal rationale and recommendations clearly to sales, customers, and internal stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate standard commercial contracts with customers and vendors
Support Sales, Renewals, Channel, and Partner teams during the deal process
Help move deals forward by providing clear, practical legal guidance
Work with more senior lawyers on complex or higher-risk agreements
Partner with internal teams such as Privacy, Security, Finance, and Procurement
Communicate directly with customers and partners on contract terms
Learn to balance legal risk with business needs in a fast-paced environment
Contribute to improving templates, playbooks, and legal processes over time

Head of legal

As Head of Legal, you will be Aiven’s most senior legal leader, reporting to the...

Location

Finland , Helsinki

Salary:

Not provided

Aiven Deutschland GmbH

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer with significant in-house experience at a fast-paced technology or SaaS business
Proven experience across multiple international jurisdictions, with a track record of supporting or leading M&A transactions, strategic partnerships, and financing rounds
Experience with open-source software licensing is a strong advantage
Proven experience leading and developing small, high-impact legal teams in a high-growth environment, with the executive presence to influence and challenge constructively at the highest levels of the organization
A genuine partnership mindset and strong commercial instincts

Job Responsibility

Own and shape Aiven’s global legal strategy, partnering closely with the CFO, CEO, and executive leadership to align the legal function with business objectives and growth priorities — and lead and develop a small, high-performing legal team with a culture of speed, pragmatism, and commercial acumen
Lead the team in driving all commercial legal work: overseeing the negotiation and closing of complex SaaS agreements, strategic partnerships, reseller and OEM arrangements, and enterprise customer contracts, while building the scalable frameworks and playbooks that let the business move fast with the right guardrails
Provide expert counsel across corporate governance, compliance, data protection, IP, and open-source licensing, and personally lead the legal support for M&A, fundraising, and other corporate transactions alongside the finance and executive teams
Manage Aiven’s approach to regulatory and compliance obligations across all operating markets, oversee global external counsel relationships, and guide the team in advising on employment matters across our international footprint — all with a business-forward approach to risk

What we offer

Participate in Aiven’s equity plan
Balance work and life with our hybrid work policy
Choose the equipment you need to set yourself up for success
Use your Professional Development Plan budget for learning opportunities
Receive holistic wellbeing support through our global Employee Assistance Program
Inquire about our Global Time Off Commitment (Parental and Sick Leave, as well as Personal Time)
Enjoy country-specific benefits for our global cast

Fulltime

Software licensing lawyer

Axiom Law

Location:
Canada , Toronto

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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