Commercial Contracts Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Job Description

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Your new company

n This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded commercial law firm with a strong reputation for delivering pragmatic, commercially focused advice to a diverse client base. Acting for businesses ranging from ambitious SMEs through to established national organisations, the firm is recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and commitment to long-term client relationships.

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n Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Contracts Solicitor to join the firm's Leeds office.

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Your new role

n You will join a well-established commercial team advising clients on a broad range of business-critical commercial agreements across multiple sectors. The role offers exposure to varied and complex commercial work, with opportunities to advise on technology-related matters, including software and SaaS agreements.

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Key responsibilities will include:

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• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts and agreements.

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• Advising on customer and supplier contracts, terms and conditions, framework agreements and outsourcing arrangements.

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• Supporting clients with strategic commercial projects and risk management matters.

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• Advising on technology, software licencing and SaaS agreements.

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• Working closely with clients to deliver practical, commercially focused legal advice.

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• Building and developing long-term client relationships.

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• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the team.

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n What you'll need to succeedn  

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• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years' PQE.

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• Strong experience advising on a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements.

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• Experience gained within a recognised commercial or corporate/commercial team.

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• Exposure to IT, technology, software licensing or SaaS agreements would be highly advantageous.

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• Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

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• Strong commercial awareness and a solution-focused approach.

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• Ability to manage matters independently while working effectively within a collaborative team environment.

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n What you'll get in returnn  

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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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• Exposure to a broad range of high-quality commercial contracts work.

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• Opportunity to advise on technology and SaaS-related matters.

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• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing team.

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• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

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• Supportive and collaborative culture with strong partner support.

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• Excellent platform for developing a specialist commercial contracts practice.

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n What you need to do now

n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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