Technology Transactions Associate (5–7 PQE)

A leading global U.S. law firm is looking for a Technology Transactions Associate to join its highly regarded New York practice.

The team advises innovative technology companies, growth-stage businesses, multinational corporations, private equity sponsors and strategic investors on complex commercial technology matters across a broad range of industries. The practice sits at the forefront of developments in software, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, digital infrastructure and emerging technologies, supporting clients on business-critical transactions and strategic initiatives.

This is an opportunity to join a market-leading technology transactions practice with a reputation for advising some of the world’s most innovative businesses on sophisticated, high-value commercial arrangements.

The Role

The successful candidate will work on a diverse range of technology-focused transactions and commercial agreements, advising clients throughout their lifecycle, from venture-backed startups to publicly listed companies and established global enterprises.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, negotiating and advising on complex commercial technology agreements.
• Advising on software licensing, SaaS, cloud services and digital infrastructure arrangements.
• Supporting strategic partnerships, joint ventures and technology-enabled commercial transactions.
• Negotiating platform development, product development and collaboration agreements.
• Advising on data licensing, data-sharing and AI-related contractual arrangements.
• Supporting technology aspects of M&A, financings and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Advising clients on outsourcing arrangements, technology procurement and digital transformation projects.
• Working closely with founders, in-house counsel, business teams and senior stakeholders on commercially significant matters.
• Managing transaction processes and coordinating across multiple practice groups where required.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Approximately 5–7 years’ post-qualification experience gained at a leading law firm.
• Strong experience advising on technology transactions and commercial technology agreements.
• Demonstrated expertise across areas such as software licensing, SaaS, cloud services, technology outsourcing, data licensing, AI-related contracts and strategic technology partnerships.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and project management skills.
• Strong commercial judgement and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice.
• Experience working directly with clients and managing significant workstreams independently.
• Admission to the New York Bar.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to join one of the most respected technology transactions practices in the market, working with pioneering companies operating at the forefront of innovation. Associates benefit from early responsibility, meaningful client exposure and the opportunity to advise on cutting-edge matters involving artificial intelligence, software, cloud computing, digital infrastructure and other emerging technologies.

The team operates within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment, providing exposure to sophisticated work, strong partner access and clear opportunities for long-term professional development.

Next Steps

Apply today.