Commercial Associate Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Commercial Associate Solicitor in Oxford. You will advise on commercial contracts, technology agreements, IP and data protection while managing your own caseload and assisting with larger transactions.

The role offers high-quality work, a flexible hybrid working pattern, and clear career progression within a growing firm.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' PQE with strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and proactive client development approach.
• Ability to manage own caseload and support on larger transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on commercial contracts, technology agreements, IP and data protection.
• Manage own caseload and support on larger transactions as needed.
• Develop relationships with clients and contribute to business development.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Business development

Education

2+ PQE

Job description

Job title: Commercial Associate Solicitor

Location: Oxford

Salary: £60,000-£80,000 DOE

PQE Level: 2+ PQE

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

A well-established and growing law firm is seeking a Commercial, Technology, IP and Data Protection Solicitor to join its expanding team.

This role offers high-quality work across a diverse client base, including start-ups, scale-ups, and established national businesses. You will advise on commercial contracts, technology agreements, intellectual property matters, and data protection issues, while managing your own caseload and supporting on larger transactions.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years' PQE, strong drafting and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and a proactive approach to client relationships and business development.

In return, the firm offers excellent quality work, flexible hybrid working, a collaborative culture, direct client exposure, and a clear pathway for career progression.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*