Senior Legal Counsel (Bristol)

Location: Bristol, Avon, South West, UKSenior Legal CounselLocation:BristolSalary:£85,000 to £120,000 DOE + benefitsOur client, a global Fintech business is seeking a seasoned Senior Legal Counsel to focus on commercial contracting for the companys global SaaS products, working closely with Sales, Customer Success, Product and other internal stakeholders. The position is suited to someone who is practical, commercial, and comfortable managing a high volume of contract work.Key ResponsibilitiesLead on the drafting, review and negotiation of a wide range of sales-driven commercial contracts, including SaaS subscription agreements, MSAs, DPAs, partnership agreements and renewals (approximately 8090% of the workload)Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice to support revenue generation and customer growthSupport corporate, company secretarial and general advisory matters as required Advise internal teams on contractual risk, compliance considerations and practical mitigationsMaintain contract templates and ensure alignment with evolving regulatory, commercial and data protection requirementsWork closely with cross-functional teams to support deal closure, contract governance and operational effectivenessEnsure contracts are negotiated efficiently while protecting the companys legal, commercial and data protection interestsKey SkillsQualified solicitor in the UK with at least 5 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in a relevant legal field. Experience in technology and software industries. Strong understanding of commercial contracts, intellectual property law, data protection (GDPR), and regulatory compliance. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and practical legal advice to non-legal stakeholders. Ability to manage a variety of legal issues and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, growing company. Strong negotiation skills and the ability to navigate complex legal and business issues. Experience working within or advising on matters for a fast-growing, technology-driven business is a plus. AttributesMust have strong experience of SaaS contracting, ideally within a fintech or technology companyDemonstrable background managing high-volume, contract-heavy workloads with a commercial and pragmatic approach Comfortable working independently on commercial contracts but also able to collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the businessAbility to communicate legal concepts clearly and translate contractual implications into practical business guidanceStrong organisational skills, with the ability to move quickly in a fast-paced environmentKey StakeholdersReports to the Chief Finance Officer Senior Management TeamSalary£85,000 - £120,000 (depending on location and experience) plus benefits (see attached)LocationBristol. TPBN1_UKTJ