Commercial IP & Technology - Senior Associate/Director (12-month FTC)

Think Legal Recruitment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced lawyer to manage commercial contracts and support M&A transactions. Candidates must possess over 6 years PQE and strong data privacy knowledge. Join a small, highly ranked team with opportunities for collaboration across UK offices. This role offers a 12-month fixed-term contract and opportunities to work with a diverse client base.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in commercial contracts.
• Extensive M&A corporate support experience.
• Strong data privacy knowledge in commercial contexts.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse commercial contracts across multiple sectors.
• Provide M&A transaction support to Corporate teams.
• Advise on IP protection, consumer law, and data protection matters.

Skills

Commercial contracts expertise

M&A support experience

Data privacy knowledge

Technical excellence

Job description

The Opportunity

Join a leading global law firm's IP&T team in Leeds on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Work on cutting-edge commercial matters across technology, media, retail, pharma, and financial services sectors.

About the Firm

This Top Tier law firm operates across 40+ offices on four continents, delivering commercially focused solutions to Fortune 500 companies, emerging businesses, and sovereign nations. The UK practice spans Birmingham, Leeds, London, and Manchester.

The Role

• Handle diverse commercial contracts across multiple industry sectors
• Provide M&A transaction support to Corporate teams
• Advise on IP protection, consumer law, and data protection matters
• Work with clients ranging from fast-growing UK companies to multinationals
• Collaborate with colleagues across UK offices and globally

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• 6+ years PQE in commercial contracts
• Extensive M&A corporate support experience
• Strong data privacy knowledge in commercial contexts
• Technical excellence with leadership capabilities

Desirable:

• Consumer law advisory experience
• Technology contracts expertise

The Team

Small but highly ranked Leeds team (Chambers-rated) led by an experienced Director. Work closely with mid-level associate and trainee, plus integrated teams across Manchester, Birmingham, and London offices.

Apply

Please contact Kim Wilkes at Think Legal for a confidential discussion.

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