Commercial Associate Solicitor – Plymouth – Plymouth

Chadwick Nott; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Commercial Associate Solicitor to join the Plymouth-based Corporate & Business team. You will advise startups, scale-ups, SMEs and larger corporates on high-quality commercial matters, handle diverse contracts, and contribute to business development in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes independence in managing matters, mentoring juniors, and shaping client service delivery while working with a forward-thinking team in Plymouth.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales.
• Ability to draft and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Confident advising on complex legal issues in a practical, jargon-free way.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied caseload advising on commercial matters for startups, scale-ups, SMEs and corporates.
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to client service delivery and business development.

Skills

Contract drafting

Contract negotiation

Legal advisory

Relationship building

MS Office

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales

Tools

Modern legal tools

MS Office

Job description

Commercial Associate Solicitor – Plymouth

Are you a commercially savvy solicitor looking for a fresh challenge with real growth potential? Our forward-thinking Plymouth based client are expanding and on the lookout for an ambitious Associate to join their thriving Corporate & Business team. With a strong pipeline of work and a clear growth strategy, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a team that’s going places.

The Role

The successful candidate will be working closely with a broad range of clients from startups and scale-ups to established SMEs and larger corporates advising on high-quality commercial matters.

You can expect to handle a varied caseload involving:

• Business sales, acquisitions and reorganisations
• Commercial contracts and trading terms
• IP and licensing, including software agreements
• Supply, manufacturing and distribution deals
• Franchise, agency and consultancy agreements
• Shareholder arrangements, joint ventures and strategic partnerships

This is a key role for someone who can manage their own matters confidently while supporting the team’s wider growth and development. You’ll be expected to play a part in mentoring junior lawyers, helping shape client service delivery, and contributing to business development initiatives.

Requirements

Rather than be hung up on PQE brackets this firm care more about ability, attitude, and a commercial mindset.

Ideally, you will be:

• A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts
• Confident advising on complex legal issues in a practical, jargon-free way
• A natural relationship-builder, both with clients and within a team
• Tech-literate and comfortable using modern legal tools and MS Office
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment

*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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Plymouth, Devon