Commercial (Projects) Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Oxford; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunities for progression

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Oxford seeks an experienced Commercial (Projects) Solicitor with 5+ PQE. The role involves advising on complex public-private partnerships and renewable projects, alongside mentoring junior lawyers. Candidates will handle high-value contracts and collaborate with top partners. This is a prime opportunity for those with strong commercial law experience to contribute within a dynamic team. The firm offers competitive salary along with clear progression and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) as a solicitor.
• Strong background in commercial, projects, and corporate law.
• Ability to advise on renewables and low-carbon projects.

Responsibilities

• Advise on PFI operational matters including expiry and variation.
• Support clients on future public-private partnerships.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate high-value commercial contracts.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers.
• Collaborate with partners on strategically significant projects.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Experience with PFI and public-private partnerships

Contract negotiation skills

Mentoring abilities

Job description

Job title: Commercial (Projects) Solicitor

Location: Oxford

Salary: £78k-£100k - depending on experience

PQE Level: 5+

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

My client, a UK Top 100 law firm, is renowned for its strength in commercial, projects, and corporate law. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a leading team delivering complex, high-value work for both public and private sector clients.

You will advise on PFI operational matters, including expiry and variation, and support clients on future public-private partnerships and PFI successor models. The role also involves advising on renewables and low‑carbon projects, such as heat networks, solar, and decentralised energy schemes. You will structure, draft, and negotiate high‑value commercial contracts, including detailed financial and technical schedules. This work is at the leading‑edge of what is available in the regions, providing a hard‑to‑miss role for those with strong commercial experience.

As a senior member of the team, you will mentor and supervise junior lawyers while contributing to client training initiatives. Collaborating with market‑leading partners, you'll handle strategically significant projects with Government departments and major corporations. The firm offers a competitive salary, clear progression, and a collaborative culture where your expertise and leadership will be truly valued.

Employer: Chadwick Nott. For more information on this role or other opportunities within Oxfordshire or the Southeast in general please do get in touch with Will Webster.

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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.