Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property @ Tech AI Buinsess

Job description

The Company

Our client is a global leader in technology-driven professional services, supporting some of the world's most innovative businesses. With operations across Europe, North America, and Asia, they combine cutting-edge AI with deep sector expertise to help clients protect and commercialise their ideas on a global scale.

They're known for a strong culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation, offering lawyers the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border matters within a fast-moving, intellectually stimulating environment.

The Role

This newly created opportunity is ideal for a 2–3 PQE Commercial Lawyer with a solid grounding in intellectual property and technology contracts. The role will be based in HQ (Maidenhead), two days a week, and will report to a senior member of the legal team, while involving close partnership with business stakeholders across sales, product, and operations.

You'll be advising on a mix of commercial, technology, and IP-related matters, supporting the company's commercial growth and innovation strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including technology licensing, SaaS, and professional services contracts.
• Advising on intellectual property issues such as protection, licensing, and collaboration arrangements.
• Supporting product and technology teams on commercialising IP assets and managing risk.
• Providing pragmatic, business-focused advice to senior stakeholders.
• Assisting with the continuous improvement of legal processes and template documents.

What we are looking for:

• UK-qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with 2–3 years' PQE gained in a leading law firm or in-house legal team.
• Experience in commercial and IP law, ideally within a technology, media, or professional services environment.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with a straightforward, pragmatic approach.
• Confident communicator who enjoys working directly with business stakeholders.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to balance legal risk with commercial goals.

What's in it for you:

• Basic Salary: £80,000 - £90,000
• Yearly performance-based bonus
• 5% Pention match scheme
• 25 Days Holiday, increasing each year served
• 5 days of paid charity leave
• And many more....

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to learn more, please contact: Ben@heriotbrown.com | 07511 518 834

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

03-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English