Senior Commercial Counsel - Sustainability-Focused Technology Scale-Up

Company Overview

A leading technology company is transforming the energy sector to make sustainable solutions more accessible. Their innovative platform empowers energy providers to optimise operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive the transition to a net-zero future.

From streamlining core functions like billing to integrating smart home energy management, they create solutions that benefit consumers, businesses, and the broader energy system.

Overview

They are seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel to join its growing legal team. This is a strategic role supporting global expansion through complex, high-value commercial transactions. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge SaaS solutions and international markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Strategic Deal Structures: Draft, negotiate, and close complex SaaS subscription agreements, professional services contracts, and strategic partnership agreements with international enterprise clients.
• Drive Commercial Strategy: Advise on RFPs, pricing structures, and risk allocation strategies for large-scale international deals.
• Scale Legal Operations: Develop and maintain commercial playbooks, templates, and guidance notes to streamline contracting processes.
• Empower the Business: Deliver training to commercial teams on contracting best practices and regulatory risk.
• Global Advisory: Provide pragmatic advice on data privacy (including GDPR), intellectual property, and supplier contracts.
• International Engagement: Support high-value negotiations across multiple jurisdictions, with occasional international travel.

About You

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• 5–8 years’ PQE, ideally gained in-house within a high-growth technology company or in the commercial/TMT department of a leading law firm.
• Strong experience with SaaS agreements, IP licensing, cloud hosting, and liability frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage cross-border contracts and advise on international legal issues.
• Commercially minded, able to balance legal risk with business objectives.

Desirable

• Experience in a technology scale-up environment.
• Knowledge of the energy sector or related regulatory frameworks.
• Advanced data privacy expertise, particularly in cloud and cross-border contexts.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme.
• Private medical insurance, life assurance, and pension scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements and generous leave policies.
• Additional perks including learning budgets and wellbeing benefits.

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If this role sounds of interest, please apply directly or drop Albert Toms an email at alberttoms@taylorroot.com.