Commercial Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Exeter – Exeter

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is working on behalf of a well-established national law firm to recruit a Senior Associate/Managing Associate into the Exeter commercial team. The role covers complex commercial contracts, technology and software agreements, SaaS and digital services, data privacy, IP and brand protection, and related regulatory matters.

The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload, collaborate with colleagues across the firm, develop client relationships, and support strategic growth

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 5+ years’ PQE in Commercial and/or Technology law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Experience advising businesses across sectors.
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience building client relationships and developing new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Advise a broad range of clients including start-ups and brands.
• Work with colleagues across the firm's teams to deliver seamless service.
• Strengthen existing client relationships and contribute to account growth.
• Contribute to strategic growth initiatives within the Exeter practice.

Skills

PQE 5+ years

Tech law

Drafting skills

Client relationships

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Commercial Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Exeter

Our client is a well-established, nationally recognised law firm with a strong presence across the UK and an excellent reputation in the Commercial sector. Consistently ranked in both Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm is known for combining high-quality legal expertise with a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

As the Commercial team continues to expand, an opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Associate or Managing Associate to join the Exeter office and play a key role in the team’s ongoing success.

The Role

You’ll become part of a thriving Commercial practice advising a broad range of clients, from ambitious start-ups and technology businesses through to established companies, public sector organisations and household brands.

The work is varied and intellectually stimulating, covering matters such as:

• Complex commercial contracts


• Technology and software agreements


• SaaS and digital services arrangements


• Outsourcing and business-critical projects


• Intellectual property and brand protection


• Data privacy and compliance matters


• Distribution, agency and franchising agreements


• Commercial aspects of wider corporate transactions

Alongside managing your own matters, you’ll work closely with colleagues across the firm’s wider business teams, help strengthen client relationships and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor with circa 5+ years’ PQE in Commercial and/or Technology law


• Strong technical drafting and negotiation skills


• Experience advising businesses across a range of sectors


• Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach


• Enthusiastic about building client relationships and developing new opportunities


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Additional experience in areas such as technology, AI, intellectual property or data protection would be welcomed but is not essential.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to join a highly regarded Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked team


• High-calibre work with a diverse and impressive client portfolio


• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities


• A supportive, ambitious and collaborative working environment


• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements


• Strong commitment to learning, development and career advancement


• The chance to make a tangible contribution to the continued growth of a successful practice

This role would suit an ambitious Commercial lawyer looking to take the next step in their career while enjoying high-quality work, excellent client exposure and a genuine opportunity to help shape the future direction of a growing team.

For more information about this role, please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

T: 0117 917 1929
M: 07435 943574
E: [e-mail]

*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.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Exeter, Devon