Commercial Projects Solicitor

ENL Legal Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious national law firm in Leeds is seeking a Commercial Projects Solicitor with over 7 years of PQE. This role involves leading major projects, drafting high-value contracts, and mentoring a team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in commercial law and possess strong drafting skills. This position offers a competitive salary up to £100,000, a performance-based bonus, generous pension, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Performance-based bonus

Generous pension

Five weeks’ annual leave

Hybrid and flexible working options

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' PQE in commercial law.
• Experience working with government departments or private sector clients.
• Holding Security Clearance is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead major projects and innovative contract structures.
• Draft and negotiate high-value commercial contracts.
• Mentor junior team members and support client training.
• Drive business development initiatives.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Ability to provide clear legal advice

Technical experience in commercial law

Public procurement experience

Job description

Commercial Projects Solicitor, 7+ PQE, Leeds, To c£100,000 (DOE). Great opportunity for an experienced Projects Solicitor to join the expanding team of this prestigious national law firm, advising on a wide spectrum of commercial contract matters and procurement work. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Melanie on 0113 320 0575 or email [e-mail] with your CV – JOB REF: 2359

THE ROLE

This highly regarded firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor to join its growing team. The successful candidate will lead major projects and contribute to the development of innovative contract structures, advising on PFI expiry, variations, and future public–private partnerships.

The role includes drafting and negotiating high‑value commercial contracts, mentoring junior team members, supporting client training, and driving business development initiatives. There is also the opportunity to gain experience in procurement and develop specialist skills.

THE CANDIDATE

The successful candidate will have at least 7 years' PQE, with substantial technical experience in commercial law, working with government departments or private sector clients contracting with government. You will have strong drafting skills and the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice. Experience in public procurement and holding Security Clearance would be advantageous but is not essential.

THE FIRM

As part of an award‑winning national firm offering a broad range of specialised legal services to commercial and private clients, you will work across diverse sectors – including private sector organisations, government departments, and contracting authorities – on complex and often nationally significant commercial contracts. You will manage your own matters and aspects of major projects, working closely alongside the partners. This role suits confident, proactive individuals who take initiative and deliver high‑quality work.

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Performance‑based bonus
• Generous pension
• Five weeks’ annual leave (with the option to buy or sell an extra week)
• Hybrid and flexible working options

HOW TO APPLY

Contact Melanie Daly on 0113 320 0575 or email [e-mail] with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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