Senior Corporate Counsel (United Kingdom)

The Elevator Pitch

Evolv Technology is transforming physical security through AI-powered screening solutions and we are expanding globally. Were seeking a business-minded Senior Corporate Counselto guide and accelerate Evolvs international footprint.

As a founding member of the EMEA legal team youll be the primary legal partner for our UK-based and international sales teams bringing a business-centric approach to enabling growth while managing risk across multiple jurisdictions The ideal candidate understands how B2B deals work in a channel sales model navigates privacy and data protection regulations with confidence and has a passion for innovative technology that helps make the world safer.

If you thrive in high-growth environments enjoy building frameworks from the ground up and want to help shape the international trajectory of a mission-driven public company this is the role for you.

What Youll Do

International Expansion & Commercial Support

• Advise international leadership sales and channel teams on privacy and contract related matters including deal flow contractual obligations go-to-market strategies sales enablement channel relationships and international expansion across EMEA and other international markets.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of B2B commercial agreements including enterprise SaaS agreements hardware purchase and lease agreements key channel partner and distributor agreements and software licensing agreements.
• Partner with Sales Finance Product and Supply Chain to structure deals and processes that support scalable international growth.
• Help assess product risk profiles for international markets and provide strategic input on international product launches certifications and market-entry considerations.
  

Privacy Data Protection & AI Governance

• Draft negotiate and update data protection agreements (DPAs) privacy schedules cross-border transfer terms and other customer/vendor provisions.
• Leverage your privacy expertise to support Evolvs data privacy program including GDPR/UK GDPR compliance and readiness for emerging frameworks such as the EU AI Act.
  

Cross-Functional Leadership

• Partner closely with U.S. legal and compliance colleagues to ensure alignment on contracting standards legal positions and risk management across the global business.
• Engage and manage Evolvs EMEA-based outside counsel panel to ensure strong partnerships and efficient use of resources.
  

Qualifications and Preferred Experience

• Qualified solicitor or barrister in the UK or an attorney/licensed lawyer in Portugal or another comparable jurisdiction.
• As a guide we are seeking 8 years of PQE including in-house experience at a technology SaaS security or AI-driven company.
• Strong international commercial contracting experience ideally with channel partners distributors and enterprise customers.
• Demonstrated expertise in global data protection and privacy frameworks such as GDPR and familiarity with emerging AI regulatory frameworks (e.g. EU AI Act).
• Ability to simplify complex legal concepts and operate as a business-forward solutions-oriented partner.
• Exposure to regulatory areas such as anti-corruption competition law and export/import controls is valued.
• Superior command of written and spoken English. Additional languages a plus.

Location:

Hybrid (UK-based remote)

Reporting to: General Counsel

Evolv Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of age disability gender reassignment marriage and civil partnership pregnancy and maternity race religion or belief sex or sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

By submitting your application you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Evolv Technologys privacy notice/statement which is available upon request. Your application data will be used solely for recruitment purposes and handled in compliance with relevant data protection legislation.

Whats in It for You

If you want to help solve one of the most pressing safety challenges of our time and shape responsible innovation in AI-powered technology youll thrive at Evolv. Youll work with talented collaborative colleagues who share a passion for making the world safer while operating with integrity curiosity and humility.

• Permanent role
• Equity is an important component of every compensation package
• Flexible hybrid work environment
• Unique mission-driven culture
• Medical and dental insurance
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Unlimited vacation policy
• Quarterly lifestyle perk allowance
• Tuition reimbursement available to support your ongoing learning and development

Required Experience:

Senior IC