Commercial Senior Associate

Think Legal Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer in Leeds. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years PQE and experience with commercial contracts, providing strategic advice in a collaborative legal environment. This role offers flexible and hybrid working with comprehensive benefits, supporting professional development and well-being.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Dental and healthcare support

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a Commercial Lawyer.
• Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Proficient in legal technology and tools.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts.
• Provide strategic legal advice on transactions.
• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Supervise junior lawyers and paralegals.

Skills

Commercial contracts experience

Communication skills

Analytical abilities

Team collaboration

Technology proficiency

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Senior Commercial Lawyer | Leeds | Competitive Salary

The Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join their award-winning division in Leeds at Senior Associate level.

The Role

As a virtual in-house lawyer, you'll work embedded within client teams – primarily large financial services organisations and household-name retailers – while benefiting from the backing and resources of a global firm. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that blends lawyers, managers, process experts, and technology specialists to deliver exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts including outsourcing agreements, technology contracts, supply agreements, T&Cs, and NDAs
• Provide strategic legal advice on commercial transactions and compliance matters
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering tailored legal solutions
• Collaborate across teams to design effective, integrated legal services
• Drive continuous improvement through legal technology and process innovation
• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and paralegals

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with 5+ years PQE
• Strong commercial contracts experience (in-house or private practice)
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across all seniority levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail
• Technology proficient and adaptable to new tools and systems
• Collaborative team player with initiative and flexibility to manage changing priorities

What's On Offer

• Comprehensive benefits package focused on development, performance, wellbeing, and financial future
• Transparent and equitable reward structure
• Flexible, agile, and hybrid working options with remote working policy
• Dental, healthcare, and wellness support
• Structured professional development, training, and mentoring programmes
• International and cross-functional exposure opportunities
• Pro bono and community engagement platform
• Retirement planning, insurance, and assurance
• Flexible working arrangements are welcomed and can be discussed during the recruitment process.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Kim Wilkes at Think Legal Recruitment – [e-mail]