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SENIOR ASSOCIATE/ LEGAL DIRECTOR

THE OPPORTUNITY
Three Points is seeking a senior lawyer with deep technical expertise to join their team. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something genuinely different – a firm that’s rewriting the rules on how legal services are delivered.
You’ll work directly with our three partners, taking ownership of complex, high-value matters whilst helping to build and scale our practice. We want someone who’s ready to challenge conventions, leverage technology and create new ways of serving clients.
This role is ideal for someone who is excited by technology and innovation, thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and wants to build something meaningful, not just bill hours.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Client Work & Technical Excellence

• Leading on the drafting and negotiation of commercial transactions, technology agreements and data law matters, including putting together templates and playbooks covering SaaS/complex commercial agreements, procurement arrangements, licensing and data transfers.
• Providing strategic, commercial advice on GDPR, UK data protection law and emerging AI/data regulation.
• Managing sophisticated client relationships. Acting as trusted adviser to a mix of our technology, sports and general commercial clients.
  Business Development & Growth
• Developing and expanding your own client base, bringing existing relationships
  and building new ones.
• Representing Three Points at industry events, conferences and networking
  opportunities.
• Contributing to thought leadership through articles, webinars and speaking
  engagements.
  Innovation & Technology Leadership
• Championing the use of legal technology, AI tools and innovative service delivery
  models.
• Helping shape how we use technology to deliver better, faster, more costeffective legal services.
• Contributing ideas on process improvement, automation and client experience
  enhancement.
• Being an advocate for doing things differently.
  Team Collaboration & Culture
• Working collaboratively across Technology, Sports and Commercial/ IP teams.
• Mentoring and supporting junior team members as we grow.
• Helping build an inclusive, forward-thinking firm culture.
• Contributing to strategic discussions about the firm’s direction and development.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Essential Experience & Skills:
Technical Excellence: 5+ years PQE in a leadinglaw firm with deep expertise in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements and helping clients navigate complex regulatory and data matters – ideally for clients operating in the technology, media/advertising, real estate and sports industries.
Commercial Acumen: Proven ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused legal advice that drives results for clients, which may include in-house experience.
Self-Starter Mentality: Demonstrable track record of taking initiative, identifying opportunities/being entrepreneurial and driving matters forward independently.
Technology Enthusiasm: Genuine interest in legal tech, AI, automation and innovative service delivery. You should be excited by technology, not resistant to it.
Client Following: Established history of building and developing client relationships, with a proven ability to generate repeat work over time.
Exceptional Drafting: Superior drafting, analytical and negotiation skills with experience on complex, high-value and international transactions.
Collaborative Approach: Team player who thrives in a supportive, non-hierarchical environment.
Desirable: Some experience in supporting on contentious and/or regulatory matters – ideally across the following key industries that our clients work in sports, real estate, technology, media and advertising.

QUALIFICATIONS
Admitted to practice as a solicitor in England & Wales and minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive base salary, dependent on experience. Private medical insurance.
• Attractive bonus scheme based on team success and value-add rather than billable hours.
• To be part of a bold, innovative firm shaping the future of the industry.
• Hybrid working model. Typically 2-3 days in our London office or at a client site.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment where your ideas matter.
• Pro Bono opportunities. We believe exceptional legal expertise should be accessible to those who need it most, not just those who can afford it. At least 5% of our time and/or profits will be donated to community/charitable causes.
• We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive team that reflects the clients and communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, and for the right candidate, would be happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, part-time options, or other adjustments that would enable an exceptional person to thrive in this role.

HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV, alongside the three points outlining why you are well-suited to the role (in either a cover letter, voice note or video message) to hr@excellolaw.co.uk or +44 (0) 7376 910 249. The closing date for applications is 16 February 2026.

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SERVING YOUR COMMUNITY
BE A LAY JUDGE IN THE SUMMARY CRIMINAL
JUSTICE OF THE PEACE COURTS
Glasgow Sheriff and Justice of the Peace Court

Are you a person of integrity, honesty and understanding who wants to serve their community? Then why not volunteer to become a Justice of the Peace (JP)?

JPs are lay judges who sit in the summary criminal JP Courts in Scotland along with a legally qualified adviser who provides them with advice on law, practice and procedure. The lay judge decides on guilt or innocence following trials and the sentence to be imposed. JPs come from a wide range of backgrounds and occupations. A programme of induction training – both local and national and spread over a number of months – will be provided to successful applicants. The JP role offers successful candidates an excellent personal development opportunity.

JPs are voluntary, unpaid appointments, however, reasonable travel expenses are paid. Some employers allow time off with pay, but please discuss with your employer before applying. A contribution to loss of earnings can be claimed.

The minimum time commitment is twelve ‘sittings’ per year although this may vary in pattern and amount depending on the arrangements in the area and on how much court business is anticipated. Court sittings are scheduled for an entire day, however, the actual duration may be shorter depending on the level of business. You must also be able to complete a minimum of 12 hours training per year.

There are currently several JP vacancies. To apply, you need to be resident in or live within 15 miles of the Sheriffdom of Glasgow and Strathkelvin.

Information and guidance notes and an application form can be requested at JP Recruitment Application Requests (JPRecruitmentapplicationrequests@gov.scot).
Additional information is available at www.scotcourts.gov.uk

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 1 MARCH 2026

Scottish Ministers welcome applications from groups currently under-represented within the Scottish Judiciary, such as women, disabled people, ethnic minorities and people aged under 50.

Appointed on merit; committed to diversity and equality.

A presentation and information session will be held on Thursday 5 February 2026 at 5pm in Glasgow Sheriff and JP Court, 1 Carlton Place, Glasgow G5 9DA

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