Commercial Senior Associate

William James Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Commercial Senior Associate to join their Manchester office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with a top-tier law firm, renowned for its client-centric approach and supportive culture. You will be part of a team that delivers innovative solutions to complex legal challenges across various sectors, including automotive and technology. If you have a passion for commercial law and a proactive approach to problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity for you to advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Generous bonus structure

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company Pension

Travel & Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years PQE in Commercial law.
• Strong track record in advising on complex commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Advising on commercial contracts and technology-related matters.
• Leading on complex, high-value legal matters.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Client management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE 3+)

Job description

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About the Job

We are pleased to present this exciting opportunity to join a top-tier national law firm.

Commercial Senior Associate – Manchester – Salary up to £95k

The Firm

An award-winning, values-driven law firm renowned for its client-centric approach and supportive culture is seeking a talented Commercial Senior Associate to join their Manchester office.

With a reputation for delivering innovative and business-critical solutions, the firm supports some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses. Their impressive client portfolio spans global brands and FTSE 100/250 companies, offering a wide variety of stimulating and high-profile work.

The firm is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where employees thrive and excel. Recognised with ‘a top Investors in People accreditation.

The Commercial Group is widely regarded as a market leader, known for its expertise in handling cutting-edge commercial and technology projects. They work across key sectors, including automotive, retail, tech, and life sciences, providing innovative solutions for complex legal challenges.

The Role

The firm is looking for an experienced and driven Commercial lawyer (3+ years’ PQE) to play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on a wide range of commercial contracts, outsourcing projects, and technology-related matters.
• Working with a diverse client base, including international businesses and household names, to deliver innovative solutions.
• Leading on complex, high-value matters, providing strategic advice on business-critical issues.
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Potential opportunities for client secondments to enhance commercial understanding and client relationships.

This role offers a unique blend of top-quality work, a supportive culture, and excellent prospects for career progression.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 3 years’ PQE in Commercial law.
• A strong track record of advising on complex commercial and technology matters.
• Excellent client management and communication skills.
• A proactive and commercially-minded approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing their own workload.

The Benefits

• Salary up to £95k
• Competitive benefits package
• Generous bonus structure
• 25 days annual leave package plus bank holidays and Christmas
• Company Pension
• Travel & Medical Insurance

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WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT

William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal, Business Development, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Courts of Law

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