Commercial Contracts Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Job summary

A respected commercial law firm in Leeds is seeking a Commercial Contracts Solicitor with 3-5 years of PQE. The role involves managing high-profile client work, drafting and negotiating various contracts, and developing client relationships. Candidates should be commercially minded and proactive with a strong ability to provide clear legal advice. This position offers significant client contact and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' PQE in commercial law.
• Experience with supply, purchase and distribution agreements.
• Desirable experience with SaaS agreements and software licensing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and take ownership of high-profile client work.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Develop client relationships and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Commercially focused

Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts

Proactive

Confident legal advice

Client relationship development

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: Commercial Contracts Solicitor — Commercial Contracts Solicitor / 3-5 PQE / Leeds / £65,000 DOE This is an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Contracts Solicitor in Leeds to take ownership of high-profile client work. To apply please call Teagan on 0113 320 0575 and quote Job Ref: 3175.

The Role

We are seeking an accomplished and commercially minded Solicitor to join a thriving commercial team in Leeds. The role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of commercial matters including general commercial contracts, IT, intellectual property, and privacy and data protection. You will have the chance to work with a diverse client base, from ambitious SMEs to national and international brands and contribute to a team that has delivered sustained growth in recent years. This position provides significant client contact and the opportunity to take increasing responsibility for strategic projects.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years’ PQE in commercial law, with demonstrable experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts such as supply, purchase and distribution agreements, outsourcing arrangements, media and marketing contracts and technology agreements. You will be commercially focused, proactive and confident providing clear, pragmatic legal advice. Experience in IT-related matters such as SaaS agreements, software licensing and systems integration is highly desirable. You should also be keen to develop client relationships, take ownership of matters and mentor junior colleagues.

The Firm

This opportunity is with a highly regarded commercial law firm in Leeds, known for delivering practical, commercially focused advice and building long term client relationships, particularly in the retail and technology sectors. The firm offers a supportive, collaborative environment and genuine opportunities for career progression and professional development. You will join a team committed to excellence, innovation and providing high quality outcomes for clients, with a focus on fostering talent and enabling lawyers to take ownership of their work.

How to Apply

Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

EEO

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