Associate Lawyer- Technology, Media & Telecoms

Company: Thomson LRC
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Location: Edinburgh
Job Description:

Overview

Join a leading international law firm’s top-ranked TMT team to work on complex technology and commercial matters. You’ll support cross-sector clients from software and IT to government procurement, collaborating with a motivated, collegiate team. The role offers exposure to high-profile deals and strategic advice, with clear opportunities for career development. You will help shape technology and data protection initiatives for household-name clients while thriving in a supportive environment.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • pension
  • bonus scheme

Responsibilities

  • work on a mix of technology and commercial deals, in teams or independently
  • maintain and develop client relationships and deliver high-quality services
  • perform legal drafting and research with strong attention to IP licensing and data protection
  • support cross-sector projects including TMT, Defence, Retail, Government, Energy
  • participate in large-scale procurements and technology-related projects
  • collaborate with colleagues to provide a first-class client management approach

Key requirements

  • Circa 2-5 PQE
  • background in commercial, IT, IP or telecoms
  • technology awareness
  • in-house experience encouraged
  • ability to work with some independence
  • exceptional drafting and legal research abilities
  • familiarity with IP licensing and data protection beneficial but not essential
  • team player
  • energy and enthusiasm
  • commitment to personal and professional development
  • commercial contracts
  • IT/tech sector knowledge
  • IP licensing

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Posted: October 1st, 2026