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✨ We’re hiring! Legal Counsel @ IRIS Software ✨ 📍 Location: Heathrow, UK - Hybrid (2-3 days per week) 📝 Type: Permanent 👩 ⚖️ Reports To: General Counsel 🚀 About IRIS We’re one of the UK’s fastest-growing technology companies, providing innovative accounting software and managed payroll services to accountants, bookkeepers, and businesses worldwide. 🌍 At IRIS, we help professionals automate compliance, streamline operations, and deliver amazing service. With HQ in the UK and a growing North American presence, there’s never been a better time to join our journey! ⚖️ The Role We’re looking for an experienced and commercially-minded Solicitor (Legal Counsel) to join our dynamic in-house legal team. This is a high-profile role with exposure to a wide variety of legal matters across our international SaaS business. You’ll be the go-to expert for commercial contracts, compliance, corporate activities, and more — helping IRIS grow while managing legal risk effectively. 🔑 What you’ll do: ✨ Draft, review & negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements (SaaS, IT, consultancy, marketing, NDAs, MSAs). ✨ Support business development, promotions & advertising campaigns. ✨ Advise on compliance (UK GDPR, financial legislation, data protection, governance). ✨ Partner with HR, product, compliance & executive teams to guide on risk. ✨ Manage pre-litigation disputes & liaise with external counsel. ✨ Deliver training across the business on legal & compliance matters. 🎓 What we’re looking for: ✔️ UK-qualified Solicitor (valid practising certificate). ✔️ 3–5 years PQE (flexible depending on relevant experience). ✔️ Strong experience drafting & negotiating commercial contracts. ✔️ Knowledge of data protection, commercial & contract law. ✔️ Pragmatic, proactive, and solutions-focused. ✔️ Excellent communicator & relationship-builder. 💡 Bonus points if you have: • SaaS / fintech / tech sector experience., • Knowledge of ISO 27001, SOC 2, payroll or financial services frameworks., • Exposure to disputes, M&A, or advising professional services clients. 🌟 Why IRIS? At IRIS, you’ll get: 💼 Exposure to a variety of exciting legal challenges. 🤝 A collaborative, fast-paced, supportive environment. 🚀 The chance to grow your expertise in a high-growth tech business. 🎉 A company culture that values energy, innovation & people. 📢 Ready to take your career to the next level? Apply now and help shape the future of IRIS Software!