Commercial Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Falkirk; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Scotland is seeking a Commercial Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) to join its team focusing on data protection and compliance. This role offers comprehensive benefits, hybrid working, and an opportunity to work with experts in a growing legal sector. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and communication skills with a genuine interest in privacy law. You will influence business decisions and enhance your legal expertise in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working

Work-life balance

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Interest in data protection, privacy and information governance.
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Strong solutions-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain trusted client relationships.
• Draft and review privacy notices and contractual clauses.
• Advise on UK GDPR and Data Protection compliance.
• Support clients in investigations of data breaches.
• Deliver training on data protection best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

Qualification as a Solicitor, NQ-3 years PQE

Job description

Commercial Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) Location: Glasgow Team: Well-known Commercial Team Salary: Lucrative salary + excellent benefits package

The Role

A highly respected and forward‑thinking Scottish law firm is seeking an ambitious Commercial Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) with a growing interest or grounding in Data Protection to join its leading Commercial team.

This is an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career in a fast‑evolving, high‑profile area of law, working alongside experienced specialists, shaping strategic advice, and supporting a diverse and sophisticated client base.

You will play a pivotal role in guiding organisations across multiple sectors through the complexities of UK data protection and information law. From compliance and policy development to risk management and incident response, you'll become a trusted advisor helping clients meet regulatory demands with clarity and confidence.

This is a genuinely impactful, client‑facing role where your insight will influence business‑critical decisions. It offers the perfect platform for a talented solicitor to deepen their expertise, gain exposure to high‑quality work and carve out a sought‑after niche in one of the most dynamic areas of commercial practice.

The Work

• Build and maintain strong, trusted client relationships
• Draft and review privacy notices, internal policies, DPIAs, data sharing agreements and contractual data protection clauses
• Advise clients on UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and wider UK data protection compliance requirements
• Support clients in responding to and investigating data breaches, including regulatory reporting and engagement with the ICO
• Assist with data subject rights requests including access, erasure and rectification
• Deliver training to clients and support them in embedding data protection best practices
• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to deliver integrated, commercially focused advice

Your Experience

• Commercial Solicitor, NQ- 3 years PQE
• Genuine interest in data protection, privacy and information governance
• Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic, solutions‑driven approach
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to translate complex legal issues clearly
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with colleagues and clients

Why This Role?

• Join a respected Scottish firm known for its supportive, modern and people‑focused culture
• Work closely with experts in a niche and high‑growth practice area
• High level of client contact, responsibility and variety from the outset
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working and a strong commitment to work‑life balance
• Opportunity to develop deep expertise in an increasingly high‑demand legal sector

Contact

If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott at [e-mail] / 0131 460 7747 for a confidential discussion.