Commercial Lawyer

Leaders Romans Group; Wokingham; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Lawyer to join its dynamic legal team. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects involving commercial contracts, M&A transactions, and product development. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial law and experience in negotiating supplier agreements and SaaS contracts. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team environment, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their legal career while contributing to the growth of a leading property company. Regular travel to offices is required, making this an engaging and impactful role.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Commission structure

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PQE in commercial law, preferably with exposure to commercial property.
• Proven ability to manage and advise on various contracts.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate supplier contracts and service agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence for M&A transactions.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Negotiation

M&A Transactions

SaaS Agreements

IT Agreements

Software Licensing

Stakeholder Collaboration

Excellent Communication Skills

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Lawyer

Location:Remote

Brand: LRG

Salary: Competitive Salary Package

About Us:

LRG are an award-winning national property company, who are going through exciting periods of growth and offer tailored training and development programmes at all levels. With over 200 branches across England and Wales we have a reputation for perfection and delivering an outstanding customer experience. Investment in people is built into our culture, and there are opportunities for driven individuals to achieve their career aspirations within the company.

Job Summary and key responsibilities

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Commercial Lawyer with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE to join our legal team, reporting directly to the Director of Legal. Regular weekly travel to our group’s head offices and other external meetings will be required. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial contracts and extensive experience in reviewing, drafting, and advising on supplier contracts, SaaS agreements, IT agreements, software licensing, and RFPs/tenders. Knowledge of commercial property would be desirable. You will also play a key role in product development, M&A transactions, and business operations, contributing to the Group’s continued growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Drafting, Review, and Negotiation:
  • Draft, review, and negotiate supplier contracts, service agreements, along with B2B & B2C contracts.
    • Handle SaaS and IT agreements, software licensing, RFPs, and tenders, ensuring compliance with legal and commercial standards.
• Agency Agreements and Terms of Business:
  • Provide legal support on including drafting and advising on agency terms.
  • Address issues related to the Group's consumer terms of business.
• M&A Transactions:
  • Conduct legal due diligence and assist with Heads of Terms (HOTs), SPAs (Share Purchase Agreements), and BPAs (Business Purchase Agreements).
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Strategic Legal Advice:
  • Provide guidance on new product development, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Support business teams with advice on tender processes and other commercial initiatives.
  • Advise on IPR including trademarks and copyright.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  • Work closely with internal teams and external partners, offering pragmatic, commercially focused advice.
• Commercial Property Knowledge of, and ability to advise on, the Group’s property Estate including in relation to freehold and leasehold interests. Advise on associated agreements.

What are we looking for:

• Minimum 2 years’ PQE, with experience in commercial law (preferably with exposure to commercial property).
• Proven ability to manage and advise on a range of contracts, including supplier agreements, SaaS, IT/software licensing, and B2C contracts.
• Experience with M&A processes, including due diligence, HOTs, SPAs, and BPAs.
• Strong negotiation skills and a commercial mindset.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across the organisation.
• Willingness to travel to Wokingham and Worthing offices on a weekly basis.

What we can offer you:

• Proven track record for career growth and advancement within the company
• Market leading training and ongoing professional development
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and Commission structure
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Generous Holiday allowance, increasing by 1 day per year based on service with the option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year

LRG are an equal opportunities employer and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We look forward to welcoming a dedicated individual to our team who shares our commitment to excellence in the Real Estate Industry.

LRG does not engage the services of Recruitment agencies for the purpose of hiring. All job openings are managed directly by our Internal Recruitment team. We do not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate referral from Recruitment agencies, and any such submissions will not be considered.