Job Description

Legal Counsel

About the role

Step into a pivotal role at the heart of a truly global law firm, where your legal expertise will help shape the future of our business. As a Legal Counsel within our Office of General Counsel, you'll be part of a vibrant, collaborative team that thrives on innovation, creativity, and a passion for driving positive change. This is your chance to make a real impact--both within our firm and across the legal industry.

What You'll Do

Be a Legal Innovator: Draft, review, and negotiate a diverse range of commercial contracts, from cutting-edge software licences to strategic supplier agreements, all while leveraging the latest legal technology and AI tools to streamline processes and deliver results. Drive Change: Collaborate with colleagues across the globe to develop and implement forward-thinking legal solutions, using your project management skills to lead initiatives that enhance efficiency and add value to our business. Shape the Future: Play a key role in developing and refining our internal templates, guidance notes, and playbooks, ensuring our legal operations are always ahead of the curve. Champion Compliance and Risk Management: Advise on complex regulatory and compliance matters, including data protection, anti-money laundering, and ethical queries, helping us maintain the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Empower Our People: Deliver practical, actionable advice to partners, lawyers, and business teams, supporting their success and contributing to a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Stay Ahead: Monitor legal and technological developments, sharing insights and driving the adoption of innovative practices across the firm.


This is a full-time, permanent role based in our Glasgow office with hybrid working.



More information can be found in the job description attached to the role on our careers site

What We're Looking For

A qualified solicitor (Scotland and/or England & Wales) with 1-4 years' post-qualification experience. A passion for technology, with a keen interest in legal tech, AI, and project management--and a desire to use these skills to transform the way legal services are delivered. A creative, solutions-focused mindset, with the confidence to challenge the status quo and propose new ways of working. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, international environment. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and a proactive, energetic approach to problem-solving. An enthusiasm for internal legal advisory work within a professional services or regulated environment.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:


competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance; flexible working; corporate health plans; a global professional development offering for all employees; and an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.


We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme.



We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.



Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.



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