✨ 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!