Commercial Senior Associate or Managing Associate - Oxford

Freeths; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an enthusiastic Commercial Senior Associate to join their Oxford office. The successful candidate will have a PQE of approximately four years and will handle various complex matters within a supportive environment. Strong commercial acumen, financial management skills, and excellent interpersonal skills are essential. This role includes contributing to business development and maintaining exemplary client care. Direct applications only, no agencies.

Qualifications

• Experience with the correct level of PQE for the role.
• Proven track record meeting client expectations.
• Ability to manage multiple client cases effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide exemplary client service and care.
• Contribute to business development opportunities.
• Maintain technical expertise at all times.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Financial management

Client relationship management

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Education

PQE level of circa four years or more

Tools

Case management systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Commercial Senior Associate / Managing Associate – Oxford

Freeths, a highly rated Commercial practice with national reach and sector‑focused specialisms such as IP, tech, transport, beauty and construction, is seeking an enthusiastic lawyer to join our Oxford office.

About the Team

Our Commercial team covers every aspect of a commercial transaction and contract, working with blue‑chip companies across a national and international client base. Rebecca Howlett leads the Oxford team and is listed as a Recommended Lawyer by The Legal 500 (2023). She also heads up Freeths Virtual Legal Team.

About the Role

This exciting opportunity offers the successful candidate support across a range of interesting and complex matters, with excellent opportunities for professional development. We’re looking for a lawyer with circa four years’ PQE+, gained within a strong commercial practice. The role can be adapted to the level of experience of the chosen candidate.

Your Skills & Qualifications

• Directly relevant previous experience with the correct level of PQE for the role.
• Strong commercial acumen and industry understanding.
• Proven track record of competent financial management, meeting client expectations and sound case management skills.
• Self‑motivated, friendly individual with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Consistently demonstrates and embodies the firm’s values.
• Good IT skills and confidence using case management systems, electronic time recording and general Microsoft packages.

Key Expectations

• Work consistently at a high level and provide exemplary client service and care.
• Competent financial management and commercial awareness, including accurate time recording, billing, achievement of firm‑delivered targets and management of WIP.
• Actively contribute towards business development opportunities to ensure retention of existing clients and expansion of business.
• Maintain up‑to‑date technical expertise at all times.
• Be competent in accordance with SRA competence standards.

No agencies. Direct applications only.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact the recruitment team: [e-mail].

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior; Employment type: Contract; Job function: Sales and Management; Industry: Law Practice.