Senior Legal Counsel - Defence Technology (AI)
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £100,000 - £130,000 per annum
Job Description:
Legal Counsel - Defence Technology (AI)Location: London (Hybrid)
Salary: £100,000 - £130,000 + Benefits
About the CompanyA high-growth UK defence technology start-up at the forefront of applied AI, delivering cutting-edge solutions across intelligence, operations, and decision-making. The business is scaling rapidly and plays a key role in supporting mission-critical environments.
The RoleWe’re looking for a commercial Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to take ownership of a broad legal remit in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership, advising across commercial, strategic, and regulatory matters while helping shape legal strategy as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities*Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
*Advising on IP, data privacy, and employment law
*Supporting projects including product development, fundraising, and M&A
*Maintaining legal templates, policies, and processes
*Supporting company secretarial activities
*Providing pragmatic legal advice across the business
About You*Qualified lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE
*Strong commercial experience (in-house or private practice)
*Background in tech, AI, or defence (desirable)
*Comfortable in a fast-paced / start-up environment
*Commercial, proactive, and able to work autonomously
Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Salary: £100,000 - £130,000 + Benefits
About the CompanyA high-growth UK defence technology start-up at the forefront of applied AI, delivering cutting-edge solutions across intelligence, operations, and decision-making. The business is scaling rapidly and plays a key role in supporting mission-critical environments.
The RoleWe’re looking for a commercial Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to take ownership of a broad legal remit in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership, advising across commercial, strategic, and regulatory matters while helping shape legal strategy as the business grows.
Key Responsibilities*Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
*Advising on IP, data privacy, and employment law
*Supporting projects including product development, fundraising, and M&A
*Maintaining legal templates, policies, and processes
*Supporting company secretarial activities
*Providing pragmatic legal advice across the business
About You*Qualified lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE
*Strong commercial experience (in-house or private practice)
*Background in tech, AI, or defence (desirable)
*Comfortable in a fast-paced / start-up environment
*Commercial, proactive, and able to work autonomously
Inventum Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Job number 3610260
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Company Details:
Inventum Group
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
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