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Legal Counsel - Leading Software Company - 2/3 PQE

The Stephen James Partnership • Contractor • glasgow, central scotland, uk • 2d ago

Our client, a global software company based in Glasgow, is seeking a Data Protection Lawyer (2–3 PQE) to join its growing software business on a permanent basis.

The role reports directly to senior leadership and offers a genuine pathway to a future GC position, with exposure to senior stakeholders and PE investors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Advising the business on all aspects of data protection and privacy compliance, including GDPR and international data transfer issues
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating SaaS agreements, software licensing arrangements, and wider commercial contracts
Advising on data storage, security, and risk management practices, ensuring policies and procedures meet regulatory requirements
Supporting the business on compliance matters, data subject rights requests, and liaising with external advisers where needed
Working closely with senior stakeholders, with exposure to PE investors, and involvement in strategic growth initiatives

What Are They Looking For?

E&W qualified lawyer (2–3 PQE) with strong data protection and commercial contracts experience
Experience working in the technology/SaaS sector is highly desirable, but not essential
Strong communicator, confident advising senior stakeholders directly
Able to work independently and balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Ideally available at short notice

What’s On Offer?

Competitive Salary
Flexible Working
Leading experience with a leading software organisation

If you are interested, please send your CV to lewis.kerr@thesjp.co.uk

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