Associate - TMT Transactions (0-4 PQE)
Edinburgh or Glasgow
Build your future in technology law with a leading global team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified lawyer with 0-4 years’ PQE to join Pinsent Masons’ high-performing TMT team. You will gain exposure to a diverse range of technology and data-focused transactions, working on high-profile, business-critical projects while developing your technical and commercial skillset within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Please note that the closing date for applications will be 5pm on Friday 26 June 2026.
The Opportunity
You will be part of a dynamic national TMT practice operating as a single, integrated team across transactional, information law and disputes. The transactional team advises on a broad range of commercial arrangements that underpin how organisations operate and transform, from SaaS agreements through to complex outsourcing and AI implementation projects.
This role offers the opportunity to work on both “business as usual” matters and large-scale, transformational projects across a wide range of sectors, including financial services, energy, technology, retail and higher education. You will benefit from early responsibility, direct client engagement and the chance to contribute to cutting-edge work in a rapidly evolving area.
What You’ll Do
This is a varied role that will provide strong development opportunities and exposure to both national and international work. You will support the team in delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice to clients, including:
About the Team
The TMT team operates as a single, integrated practice across multiple UK offices, bringing together expertise in transactional work, data advisory and disputes. The team advises on a wide spectrum of technology and data matters, from core commercial contracts to innovative projects involving AI, blockchain and new data-sharing models.
You will join a collaborative, client-focused team that supports a diverse portfolio of UK and global clients on some of their most important and transformative initiatives.
Why Pinsent Masons
At Pinsent Masons, we are a purpose led professional services business committed to creating a career experience that is exceptional by design. We offer:
High-quality, intellectually stimulating work with market leading clients
A supportive, inclusive and collaborative culture where people can thrive
Clear and transparent opportunities for development and progression
Flexible and agile working
Our Commitment
We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent and building an inclusive, fair and supportive workplace. We value the strength that comes from different experiences and strive to create an environment where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates across jurisdictions. If you require reasonable adjustments, we will work with you to identify a suitable approach.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via our recruitment portal only
For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact our Talent Acquisition Advisor, Anwen Wallington:
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Pinsent Masons is a multinational law firm with a reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in its deep understanding of the sectors and geographies in which our clients operate.
Our expertise is recognised globally. In recent years we have achieved more tier 1 rankings in The Legal 500 UK guide than any other firm, and been counted among the most innovative law firms in Europe and Asia Pacific by the Financial Times.
With over 1,500 lawyers operating from 28 locations throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Africa, we are well-placed to advise on complex multi-jurisdictional matters across a full range of legal disciplines.
The firm has significant international credentials in the global energy, infrastructure, financial services, real estate and technology, science and industry sectors.
Pinsent Masons looks at your business needs differently. This means we don't just apply lawyers to solve clients' problems; we deploy a wider range of professional disciplines, enabled by people, process and technology, to deliver a global professional service with law at its core.
