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Join attio as a Legal Counsel, where you will play a pivotal role in navigating legal complexities and providing strategic guidance. Your expertise will support our mission to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence our legal strategies and contribute to our growth.
attio is a dynamic company at the forefront of innovation, dedicated to providing exceptional solutions that meet the needs of our clients. Our team is passionate about creating a collaborative work environment that fosters growth and creativity.
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Granola
Role overview Granola is searching for a Founding Legal Counsel based in London. This position plays a central role within the founding team, responsible for building the company’s legal framework from the earliest stages. The scope is broad, covering everything from regulatory compliance to the protection of intellectual property. What you will do Provide l…
Clear Junction
Join Clear Junction, a pioneering global payments firm, licensed and regulated by the FCA in the UK, providing innovative end-to-end payment solutions powered by our proprietary technology. Our infrastructure is meticulously crafted to cater to the evolving demands of financial institutions worldwide.Established in 2016, we have consistently achieved impressive double-digit growth, employing over 150 fintech professionals across the UK and mainland Europe. As a rapidly growing, founder-led, privately owned company, Clear Junction is recognized as one of the fastest-growing private enterprises in the UK, featured in The Sunday Times 100 List, and ranked among Europe's top 1000 growing companies by the Financial Times.About the RoleWe are seeking a motivated Junior Legal Counsel to enhance our in-house Legal team, providing essential legal support for commercial and regulatory matters across our operations.This position is perfect for a recently qualified or early-career lawyer (0-3 years PQE) eager to gain extensive, practical experience within a regulated financial services environment, collaborating closely with seasoned legal professionals and diverse internal stakeholders.This role is based in London, UK.
attio
Join attio as a Legal Counsel, where you will play a pivotal role in navigating legal complexities and providing strategic guidance. Your expertise will support our mission to deliver innovative solutions while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence our legal strategies and contribute to our growth.
AlphaSights
About the RoleJoin our expanding global Legal team as an Associate Legal Counsel based in London. This dynamic team plays a crucial role in supporting the business across our nine offices worldwide.Your ResponsibilitiesIn this position, you will engage in a diverse array of legal work on a global scale, which includes:Negotiating contracts with clients and vendors.Collaborating with the client services team and legal/compliance teams to facilitate safe access to knowledge for our clients.Drafting and implementing internal policies to effectively manage risk.Creating and conducting legal and compliance training across the business.Addressing evolving legal areas such as intellectual property, data privacy, technology law, sanctions, regulatory compliance, employment, and taxation.As an Associate Legal Counsel, you will work closely with our legal team and senior leadership in London, as well as with colleagues in our legal and compliance teams across several offices. You will be required to navigate complex legal issues in a fast-paced, scaling environment and have the opportunity to take initiative and lead projects. This role is perfect for someone eager to gain direct exposure to the operations of a global, innovative company.
twocircles
Role Overview twocircles is seeking a Legal Counsel based in London, England. This role focuses on guiding legal strategy and supporting business operations with sound legal advice. The position involves working closely with different teams to help ensure compliance and align company activities with current legal requirements. What You Will Do Advise on a range of legal matters affecting the business Oversee compliance processes and help manage legal risk Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business initiatives Contribute to the development and implementation of legal strategies Location This position is based in London, England, United Kingdom.
Samsara
Who We AreSamsara (NYSE: IOT) is a leading innovator in the Connected Operations™ Cloud, a transformative platform designed for organizations reliant on physical operations. We empower these companies to leverage Internet of Things (IoT) data, driving actionable insights that enhance their operational efficiency, safety, and sustainability. Our mission is to propel the digital transformation of industries that constitute over 40% of the global GDP, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing. Join us as we revolutionize the operational landscape on a global scale.At Samsara, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of physical operations through innovative product solutions such as Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As a publicly traded company, we provide you with the autonomy and support to make a lasting impact as we focus on long-term growth.Our Legal team at Samsara is dedicated to delivering valuable, business-oriented legal guidance. We achieve this through creative problem-solving, excellence in execution, and maintaining a transparent partnership across the organization.We are currently seeking a dynamic Legal Counsel to join our European Legal team. In this role, you will facilitate the growth of our business within Europe, collaborating closely with various departments on commercial and general legal matters. Your primary focus will involve negotiating and finalizing commercial agreements with customers, partners, and vendors across Europe, while also enhancing our commercial contracting processes. Additionally, you may assist with other legal workflows, including local employment, regulatory, corporate, product, and compliance issues as needed. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in commercial contracting within Europe, particularly the UK, and demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to manage a challenging workload effectively. You should be able to take ownership of broadly defined objectives and drive them towards successful outcomes.
Cato Networks
Cato Networks is looking for a Commercial Legal Counsel to join the team in Amsterdam, London, or Munich. The position centers on offering legal guidance for commercial topics connected to the company’s solutions. Role overview This role involves working closely with colleagues from different departments. The Commercial Legal Counsel will help address legal questions and support commercial activities across the business. Collaboration Expect regular interaction with teams throughout the company to ensure legal considerations are integrated into commercial operations.
Endava
Role Overview Endava is looking for a Corporate Legal Counsel based in London. This position helps guide legal strategy and supports the company’s business goals. The role involves advising on legal matters, maintaining compliance with relevant regulations, and working with teams across the business to manage risk. What You Will Do Offer legal advice to support business initiatives Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations Work closely with colleagues from different departments to identify and address legal risks Contribute to projects that help the company grow while protecting its interests
Suade is on the lookout for a dynamic and skilled Head of Legal to spearhead our legal department and drive the company's expansion.As the sole legal expert, you will take charge of all legal aspects, focusing primarily on commercial negotiations, employment issues, and corporate governance.Suade is a rapidly expanding SaaS fintech scale-up renowned for its innovative technology that empowers financial institutions to streamline regulatory reporting processes. With a workforce of over 100 professionals across the UK, EU, and Singapore, we have doubled our team size in the past two years. Our client base is expanding rapidly, with clients located in the UK, EU, US, and APAC regions.This pivotal role reports directly to Suade's COO and requires frequent communication with C-suite executives. It offers remarkable opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.The ideal candidate will possess between 5 to 10 years of post-qualification experience, including some in-house exposure, and should thrive as the sole legal professional in a fast-paced scale-up environment.This position is hybrid, requiring attendance at our London office for 2-3 days each week.
Endava
We are seeking a talented and experienced Commercial Legal Counsel to join our dynamic team at Endava in London. This role is ideal for a driven individual who is ready to take on the challenges of providing comprehensive legal support to our business operations. You will be responsible for negotiating and drafting commercial contracts, advising on legal risks, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Seqera Labs
Join Seqera Labs as a Senior Legal Counsel and play a vital role in shaping our legal strategies and ensuring compliance across all operations. You will collaborate with various teams, providing legal guidance and support on a wide range of issues, including contracts, intellectual property, and regulatory matters. Your expertise will be invaluable in driving our mission forward while safeguarding our interests.
About AdargaAdarga stands as the UK's unique sovereign Defence Tech company, focusing on pioneering applied AI solutions in intelligence, operations, and planning. In today's information-saturated landscape, our technology empowers mission partners to act swiftly, with clarity and assurance. By harnessing data's potential, we enable better decision-making, leading to mission-critical results.Our team is a blend of domain experts and technologists, a combination we deem essential for creating AI that is both innovative and operationally relevant. With roots in NLP, computational linguistics, and graph technology, we are now integrating the latest advancements in generative AI and knowledge representation to shape the future of sovereign AI capabilities for Defence and National Security.At Adarga, we seek individuals who are passionate about our mission. Our purpose is to support those tasked with protecting the liberties and values that define our society, a responsibility that must not be taken lightly in today's complex, multipolar world.We welcome candidates who thrive in dynamic settings, desire to make impactful decisions, and are eager to drive a compelling vision. If this resonates with you, we encourage you to reach out!The RoleAs a part of the AI revolution at Adarga, you will address legal and regulatory challenges that are often pioneering, significantly influencing the future of AI policy and governance. We are in search of a skilled Legal Counsel with a robust commercial background to sustain Adarga’s legal framework and play a crucial role in our mission and expansion.The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with various business sectors and will be instrumental in facilitating Adarga's growth. You will engage in diverse projects across multiple jurisdictions, managing a varied workload independently while demonstrating a proactive approach and sound judgment.We are looking for a trusted advisor who can provide practical advice and devise innovative solutions to challenges. You will work alongside senior leadership and external consultants, ensuring that Adarga’s legal strategy aligns seamlessly with our business objectives.This position is based at our Temple office in London.
Join xAI as a Senior Legal Counsel, where you will play a pivotal role in guiding our non-U.S. regulatory litigation efforts. In this dynamic position, you will assist our team in addressing RFIs, navigating regulatory investigations, and managing government enforcement actions on a global scale, excluding the United States. We seek a strategic thinker who thrives on detail and possesses strong organizational skills, coupled with the ability to foster positive relationships with internal clients. The ideal candidate will have between 5 to 9 years of post-qualified experience (PQE) with a strong background in litigation or contentious regulatory matters. Familiarity with social media industry regulations is advantageous but not essential.
Jobs for Humanity
Role overview The Senior Legal Counsel at Jobs for Humanity shapes legal strategy and supports compliance throughout the organization. Based in London at The Westworks, this role works closely with company leadership, providing guidance that influences both daily operations and long-term planning. Key responsibilities Advise on a range of legal matters, including contracts, employment law, and regulatory requirements Support ongoing compliance initiatives across the organization Offer legal insight during leadership discussions and strategic planning Help further the company’s mission to expand equitable job opportunities for marginalized communities Location This role is based onsite in London at The Westworks.
About FreshaFresha is the premier marketplace platform for beauty and wellness, serving millions of consumers and businesses globally. With over 130,000 businesses and 450,000 stylists trusting our platform, we have successfully processed over 1 billion appointments to date.Headquartered in London, United Kingdom, Fresha operates 15 global offices throughout North America, EMEA, and APAC.Our platform empowers consumers to easily discover, book, and pay for beauty and wellness appointments with local businesses. Meanwhile, beauty and wellness professionals utilize our all-in-one platform, which incorporates intuitive business software and financial technology solutions, to effectively manage their operations.Fresha's ecosystem equips merchants with the essential tools for seamless business operations, including appointment bookings, point-of-sale systems, customer management, marketing automation, loyalty programs, inventory management, and team collaboration.Our consumer marketplace enhances revenue opportunities for partner businesses by harnessing the power of online bookings and automated marketing through mobile applications and advanced integrations with major technology platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Google.Role OverviewAs the Legal Counsel, you will serve as a vital strategic advisor to Fresha, guiding the company through intricate legal challenges while facilitating our rapid expansion. Reporting directly to the Chief Payments Officer, you will collaborate closely with leadership and various teams to provide legal expertise in corporate, commercial, regulatory, and employment issues.This is a fantastic opportunity to establish and enhance the legal function within a dynamic and high-growth setting.To promote a collaborative atmosphere that thrives on in-person interactions and teamwork, this role will be based in our London office five days a week.
OakNorth Bank
At OakNorth, we are dedicated to enabling the UK’s most ambitious enterprises. Since our inception in 2015, we have successfully lent over $21 billion across the UK and US, facilitated the creation of more than 58,000 new homes and 36,000 jobs, and supported countless personal savers — all while contributing significantly to the UK economy. Role Overview The Associate Director, Legal Counsel position is tailored for a commercially astute lawyer who can deliver daily legal support to OakNorth and actively contribute to our strategic initiatives. This role will report directly to the Director of Legal Counsel and will collaborate closely on corporate legal, regulatory, and strategic issues.
Legal Counsel About OutpostImagine if expanding your business globally was as straightforward as operating locally.At Outpost, we're pioneering an AI-driven global trade engine, encapsulating the extensive knowledge of regulations necessary for international sales into a robust infrastructure. Inform us about your products, and we'll guide you on how to sell them across various markets.We function as the Merchant of Record or Tax of Record within over 58 tax jurisdictions, ensuring full liability transfer, or just managing the tax layer. We conduct thorough analyses, facilitate setups, and absorb the liability on your behalf.Sell anything, anywhere, without compromise. The RoleWe are seeking a Legal Counsel eager to advance their career within a rapidly growing fintech company. In this role, you will report directly to the CEO and engage with a comprehensive legal scope encompassing commercial contracts, payment regulations, AML, corporate governance, and fundraising.Your responsibilities may focus deeply on one area while also allowing you to explore others. The evolution of this role will mirror your professional growth.Operating at the nexus of payments, tax, and global commerce means engaging with Visa/Mastercard scheme rules, EMI and PSD2 frameworks, AML programs, and commercial agreements with enterprise clientele. Expect to learn quickly and take on meaningful work from day one.This is not a supportive position. You will draft contracts, provide regulatory advice, assist in developing compliance programs, and participate in fundraising. You will influence how Outpost operates in new markets, and as the company scales, so will your responsibilities. What You'll GetWhile the work is demanding, you will gain exposure and ownership that many legal professionals do not experience until much later in their careers.Collaborating closely with the CEO, you will engage with all facets of the legal function and contribute to the infrastructure that enables Outpost's global expansion. If you aspire to transition into a legal leadership role at a transformative company, this is your launchpad. What You'll DoCommercial & ContractsDraft and negotiate commercial agreements: MSAs, merchant contracts, partnership arrangements.Develop scalable contract templates and playbooks.Assist in enterprise deals involving legal diligence during the sales process.Payments Regulation
About Helsing Helsing is a defense AI company focused on supporting democratic societies. The team includes engineers, AI experts, and program managers who work together to address complex challenges in technology and defense. Helsing values open discussion about technology’s role in defense, its benefits, and ethical considerations. The company encourages transparency and thoughtful debate as it develops and applies advanced AI. Role Overview The Legal Counsel role sits in London and partners closely with Helsing’s UK and European teams. This position reports to both the UK lead counsel and the Group General Counsel. The work covers legal advice at the intersection of defense procurement, AI regulation, export controls, and commercial contracting. Legal Counsel at Helsing shapes business strategy, not just compliance, and plays a direct part in major technology projects in European defense. The company seeks someone with strong legal judgment, commercial sense, and a commitment to work that supports democratic values. What You Will Do Advise Helsing’s UK and European teams on legal matters related to artificial intelligence and defense, ensuring legal input guides business decisions from the start. Draft, negotiate, and finalize contracts, making sure agreements comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
Join Verto as Legal CounselAt Verto, we are driven by a commitment to revolutionize global finance and empower businesses in Emerging Markets. Founded by visionary British-Nigerian entrepreneurs Ola Oyetayo and Anthony Oduu, our journey began with a deep understanding of the hurdles faced by businesses in cross-border payments, including illiquid currencies, exorbitant fees, and sluggish transaction speeds. Our mission is to bridge the gap between emerging and developed markets, fostering sustainable economic growth.What began as a foreign exchange solution for the Nigerian Naira has transformed into a leading platform that facilitates billions of dollars in seamless transactions for thousands of businesses every year. We firmly believe that a business's location should not dictate its potential for success.With robust backing from esteemed investors such as Y-Combinator, Quona, and MEVP, Verto has garnered accolades including the Milken-Motsepe Prize and recognition from CNBC, Deloitte Fast 50, and Sifted’s fastest-growing UK tech companies. We are on a path to creating a future of effortless cross-border payments.Role OverviewAs our Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in Verto’s global operations. You will serve as the primary legal advisor for the organization, collaborating closely with senior leadership, product, and compliance teams. We seek a dynamic legal professional who embodies commercial acumen and is adept at navigating the complexities of risk and reward, enabling swift and confident business decisions.Your Responsibilities1. Commercial & Contractual LawDrafting & Negotiation: Oversee the drafting, review, and negotiation of various commercial agreements, including customer terms, partner contracts, and vendor agreements.Revenue Enablement: Optimize daily contracting procedures to promote revenue growth, ensuring legal processes keep up with the fast-paced fintech landscape.
Motorway is the UK’s fastest-growing online marketplace for used cars. Our platform connects private sellers with verified dealers nationwide, making it easier for sellers to get strong offers. Since launching in 2017, we have raised £143 million in Series C funding and continue to expand rapidly. Role Overview This Legal Counsel position sits at the heart of Motorway’s scale-up journey. The role suits someone collaborative and proactive, ready to take on new challenges and develop their legal career in a growing business. Main Responsibilities Negotiate commercial agreements, including partnerships, marketing, and SaaS contracts Support corporate transactions as they arise Advise on compliance for our payments function, especially around financial and payment regulations Assist the employment teams with legal matters Team and Collaboration This role reports to the Director of Legal. Expect to work closely with the Senior Counsel, Head of Marketplace Trust, and the wider Legal team. Building relationships across the company is key, from supporting customer service to offering strategic guidance to senior leadership. Growth and Development As Motorway’s legal team grows, there are plenty of opportunities to learn and develop. The team values both collective and individual progress, with a culture that supports growth. Legal team members come from private practice backgrounds and are committed to offering strong supervision and involving new colleagues in projects that match their interests. Location This role is based in London.
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