Commercial Associate

Taylor Root; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled commercial lawyer with 2-5 years PQE to join their top-tier Commercial & Technology team. The ideal candidate will focus on commercial agreements, outsourcing arrangements, and technology contracts while advising on IP and data protection. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional development and exposure to strategic business matters.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' PQE gained within a well-regarded commercial practice.
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Exposure to advertising and marketing sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support on commercial agreements and technology contracts.
• Advise on intellectual property and data protection issues.
• Assist with regulatory investigations in advertising and marketing.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Proactive business development

Job description

Join a top-tier Commercial & Technology team renowned for advising high-profile clients across diverse sectors including TMT, fintech, retail, and consumer.

In this role, you'll take the lead and provide support on a broad range of commercial agreements, outsourcing arrangements, and technology contracts. You'll also advise on intellectual property and data protection issues, contribute to commercial and tech-driven M&A transactions (including joint ventures), and assist with regulatory investigations in advertising and marketing.

You'll be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team that values initiative and commercial insight. The work is varied, fast-paced, and client-facing, offering excellent scope for professional development and exposure to strategic business matters.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years' PQE gained within a well-regarded commercial practice
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Exposure to advertising and marketing sectors is advantageous
• Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to business development
• A team-oriented mindset and excellent communication skills

This is an ideal role for a commercially minded lawyer looking to deepen their expertise in a supportive and high-performing environment.

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