Senior Legal Counsel - Intellectual Property
About us:
A globally recognised software company operating within the creative technology space is looking to strengthen its legal team. The business develops advanced tools used by leading organisations across film, media, and gaming, with a strong reputation for innovation and high-quality products. Backed by a US-listed parent company, it offers exposure to international operations, complex commercial work, and a highly collaborative environment.
The role:
A Senior Legal Counsel is sought to join a small, high-impact legal team, working closely with senior leadership. This is a broad, advisory-focused role with exposure across multiple areas of law, including commercial, IP, data protection, ESG, and employment. The position requires a commercially minded lawyer who is comfortable operating in a hands-on environment and partnering with stakeholders across the business.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide strategic legal advice across a wide range of areas including commercial, IP, data protection, ESG, and employment
- Support complex software licensing, technology agreements, and IP-related matters (including APIs, integrations, and open-source considerations)
- Partner with internal stakeholders across product, engineering, and commercial teams
- Contribute to AI-related legal considerations, particularly in relation to product development and use of generative AI
- Support corporate initiatives including M&A activity and integration projects
- Assist with building scalable legal processes and supporting business growth
- Work closely with senior leadership on cross-border legal matters and group-level considerations
- Take a proactive role in broader business initiatives and risk management
About you:
- 6–10 years PQE with strong training in Intellectual Property from a top-tier law firm (e.g. Magic Circle, Silver Circle, or top US firm)
- Background in commercial, technology, or IP law, with strong exposure to software and licensing
- Experience advising on complex, cross-border matters
- Interest in AI and emerging technologies, with a proactive and curious mindset
- Comfortable working in a broad, advisory capacity rather than purely transactional work
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills with a collaborative, low-ego approach
- Positive, proactive, and solutions-oriented mindset
- In-house experience within a technology or software business is advantageous
What’s in it for you:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Opportunity to work in a globally recognised and highly respected technology business
- Broad, varied role with exposure to cutting-edge technology and creative industries
- Close collaboration with senior leadership in a lean legal team
- Hybrid working model (2 days per week in a central London office)
- Supportive, collaborative, and high-performing culture
How to Apply:
For a confidential chat, contact Andelize at andelize@heriotbrown.com