JMC Legal Recruitment
Job title:
Commercial (Data/Digital) Senior Associate
Company
JMC Legal Recruitment
Job description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate with expertise in digital technology, data protection, and innovative technologies to join this leading international firm. If you’re passionate about helping clients navigate the complex digital landscape and thrive on tackling high-profile challenges, this is the perfect role for you.About the RoleYou will play a key role in advising clients on cutting-edge projects involving digital transformation, data privacy, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. This position provides the opportunity to work across industries, supporting businesses in adopting new technologies to drive productivity, improve competitiveness, and achieve compliance.Key responsibilities include:
- Advising on the legal aspects of technology transactions, including software licensing, IT service agreements, and system implementations.
- Supporting digital innovation projects across sectors such as manufacturing, energy, logistics, and international trade.
- Providing strategic advice on data protection compliance, cybersecurity, and risk management.
- Collaborating with national and international colleagues on cross-border transactions and regulatory matters.
- Helping clients explore and implement advanced technologies such as generative AI and other transformative tools.
This is a chance to be part of a vibrant, forward-thinking national team that thrives on collaboration and creativity while addressing complex, business-critical matters for a wide range of clients.What We’re Looking ForWe are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in the digital technology sector, strong commercial acumen, and excellent communication skills.Key Requirements:
- At least 6 years of post-qualification experience in technology law, data protection, or related areas.
- Demonstrable experience in handling complex technology transactions and advising on regulatory matters.
- Knowledge of software licensing, IT services, and cybersecurity is essential.
- Experience with emerging technologies like AI is highly desirable.
- A practical, solutions-focused approach to advising clients on contractual, operational, and regulatory challenges.
You’ll also need to show an enthusiasm for building relationships, both internally and externally, and a commitment to delivering top-tier legal advice.Why Join Us?This role offers a dynamic and rewarding career path with opportunities to:
- Work on international and multi-jurisdictional projects, with potential secondments overseas.
- Collaborate with industry leaders across a variety of sectors.
- Participate in ground-breaking digital initiatives and cutting-edge legal challenges.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.
- You will also be remunerated with an attractive salary, bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package.
How to ApplyIf you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to a forward-thinking legal team, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV or contact Jules Grieve on 0131 460 7747/[email protected] for a confidential chat.CompanyJMC Legal Recruitment was founded by highly experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant, Jason Connolly. His motivation to establish JMC was to create a refreshingly friendly agency with a truly consultative approach and who are always a pleasure to deal with.We’re a dynamic business with our sights set high and a growing client base spanning the country. We believe that in any business the most valuable assets are the people – and it’s true of JMC, too. Whether dealing with candidates or firms, our consultants’ passion for legal recruitment and excellent market knowledge always shines through. Our state of the art software means our consultants are more accessible to you and we keep ahead of the curve in the changing legal landscape to ensure you are always given up to date advice.What can you expect from us? We will always manage your expectations and come back to you with updates as soon as they become available. We pride ourselves on the highest level of integrity, as we understand that when looking for a new role or member of staff it is often highly confidential. You will find that we always take the time to really listen and understand before we advise. We will get to know you, taking into account not just technical ability, but personality and cultural fit. We’re also easy to get hold of; we appreciate that when looking for a new role it can be difficult to talk during the working day, so we will make ourselves available and find a time that works for you. Give us a call and talk to one of our friendly team today. We’re waiting to help you.Share this jobApply for Commercial (Data/Digital) Senior AssociateAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesI’d like to receive emails about jobs and services from The Lawyer JobsI’d like to receive emails from third partiesWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on The Lawyer Jobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.Similar jobs
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Expected salary
£65000 – 80000 per year
Location
Edinburgh
Job date
Sat, 15 Feb 2025 23:10:05 GMT
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