In-House Commercial Lawyer - Elite US Law Firm

This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced commercial lawyer to take on a high-impact role focused on technology, vendor risk and innovation. The position sits within a sophisticated in-house function and offers real influence over how a global law firm manages commercial relationships, technology risk and emerging regulatory developments, including AI.

Why apply?

• Strategic exposure – play a central role in shaping commercial and technology risk across a global legal organisation
• Technology-led remit – work on SaaS, IT and data-driven contracts, with growing exposure to AI and innovation initiatives
• Collaborative environment – partner closely with legal, procurement, innovation and information security teams
• Reward and flexibility – competitive six-figure salary with a hybrid working model

Working closely with senior legal colleagues, the role involves advising on complex commercial risk issues, negotiating high-value contracts, and supporting consistent, efficient contracting practices across the firm’s global operations. The position is well suited to lawyers already operating in a similar in-house capacity within a law firm environment, as well as fee-earning lawyers looking to transition in-house who can demonstrate strong, relevant transferable experience in commercial and technology contracting.

Key responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial and vendor contracts, including SaaS, software licensing, data processing, NDAs and master services agreements
• Identify, assess and mitigate commercial, data protection and intellectual property risk in supplier arrangements
• Provide clear, practical advice to internal stakeholders on contractual and regulatory risk
• Work collaboratively with procurement and other teams to support effective vendor management and contracting strategy
• Contribute to best-practice templates, guidelines and contracting processes
• Monitor and advise on relevant regulatory developments, including data protection and emerging AI-related legislation

The ideal candidate

This role will suit a commercially focused lawyer with 5+ years’ PQE. Strong experience advising on vendor-side commercial contracts, particularly technology, IT and SaaS, is essential, along with sound knowledge of data protection frameworks. You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, making risk-based judgments, and engaging confidently with non-legal stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technology-focused commercial lawyer to build on existing in-house or law firm experience in a role that blends hands-on contract work with strategic risk management. The position offers high-quality work, exposure to innovation and AI, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.