Commercial, Data or IP Solicitor (3-5 PQE)

Howes Percival; Milton Malsor; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Professional development

Profit share

25 days holiday entitlement

Private medical cover

Job summary

Howes Percival is seeking a Commercial, Technology, Intellectual Property and/or Data Protection Solicitor with about 3–5 years PQE to join its growing team. You will handle commercial contracts, technology matters, IP and data protection for a diverse client base, from startups to international organisations.

The role offers hybrid working across multiple offices with a collaborative, ambitious culture and clear progression opportunities within a leading national practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with approximately 3 to 5 years' post-qualification experience in commercial contracts, technology, IP and/or data protection matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client relationship and communications abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on a broad range of commercial contracts, technology agreements, IP and data protection issues.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and technology-related documentation.
• Managing your own matters and supporting senior colleagues on larger transactions.
• Building strong client relationships and providing commercially focused advice.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Technology agreements

Intellectual property

Data protection

Client communication

Business development

Job description

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial, Technology, Intellectual Property and/or Data Protection Solicitor to join our growing team.

About The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial, Technology, Intellectual Property and/or Data Protection Solicitor to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a Solicitor with ideally 3 to 5 years' post-qualification experience who is looking to take the next step in their career within a collaborative and ambitious law firm. You will work with a broad range of clients, from innovative start-ups and fast-growing businesses to established national and international organisations, advising on a wide variety of commercial, technology, intellectual property and data protection matters. The work is varied, intellectually stimulating and commercially focused, providing an excellent platform to develop both your technical expertise and your client relationships. Working alongside experienced specialists across our offices, you will enjoy early responsibility, direct client exposure and the opportunity to play an active role in helping clients achieve their commercial objectives. You will be encouraged to develop your own profile, build trusted relationships and contribute to business development initiatives, while benefiting from the support, mentoring and opportunities that come with being part of an established and highly regarded national practice. This role can be based in any of our Leicester, Northampton, Milton Keynes or Oxford offices, with flexible hybrid working and the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and clients across our wider office network.

Some of your duties will include:

• Advising clients on a broad range of commercial contracts, technology agreements, intellectual property matters and data protection issues.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a variety of commercial and technology-related documentation.
• Managing your own matters and supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex transactions and projects.
• Building strong and lasting relationships with clients and becoming a trusted adviser.
• Providing clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice tailored to clients' objectives.
• Working closely with colleagues across practice areas and offices to deliver seamless client service.
• Supporting business development activities, networking events, client seminars and marketing initiatives.
• Developing expertise in key sectors and identifying opportunities to add value to clients.
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and helping foster a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Maintaining high professional and regulatory standards and complying with the firm's risk management procedures.

You will:

• Be a qualified solicitor with approximately 3 to 5 years' post-qualification experience in commercial contracts, technology, intellectual property and/or data protection matters.
• Have strong technical skills and a genuine interest in delivering commercially focused legal advice.
• Be confident communicating with clients and colleagues at all levels.
• Demonstrate sound commercial awareness and an understanding of clients' business needs.
• Enjoy building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Have a genuine interest in business development and raising your professional profile.
• Be proactive, organised and motivated to take ownership of your work.
• Enjoy working collaboratively as part of a cross-office team.
• Have excellent drafting, negotiation and problem‑solving skills.
• Be enthusiastic about developing your career within a supportive and ambitious firm.

Why join us?

At Howes Percival, we recognise that talented lawyers are looking for more than just excellent work. They want the opportunity to develop, progress and build a rewarding long‑term career.

We offer:

• High-quality work for innovative and ambitious clients across a wide range of sectors.
• Early responsibility and direct access to clients and key decision‑makers.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced and highly regarded specialists.
• A supportive and collaborative culture where knowledge sharing is genuinely valued.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Access to an established client base and a strong internal referral network.
• Investment in your ongoing professional development and technical training.
• Support to develop your own network, profile and business development skills.
• A clear pathway for progression with genuine opportunities for long‑term career growth.
• The opportunity to be part of a successful and growing commercial and technology practice with an excellent market reputation.

About Us

At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.

As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward‑thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service.

Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working:

• We achieved a three‑star ‘World Class’ accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies” (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked 5 th in the top 75 “UK's Best Large Companies to Work For” category for 2025.
• We have been ranked #1 Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies for 2025 and #1 company in the East Midlands region.
• We have been accredited with “Investors in People” since 1996 and were shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023.
• Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in‑house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.
• We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events.