Commercial Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm based in Leeds is seeking a Commercial Solicitor to join their award-winning team. This role provides a unique opportunity for a junior to mid-level lawyer to engage in diverse commercial matters, including drafting contracts and working on significant projects. Candidates should have 1-6 years PQE and a strong foundation in commercial law. With a salary range of £68,000 to £85,000, the firm offers generous benefits, including hybrid working arrangements to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution of 5%

Bonus opportunities of up to 20%

25 days of holiday leave

Private healthcare provided

Qualifications

• 1-6 years PQE experience in law.
• Ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
• Background from a strong private practice law firm or in-house.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Work on major outsourcing and supply chain contracts.
• Develop client relationships across various sectors.

Skills

Commercial law knowledge

Contract drafting

Client-focused approach

Workload management

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

Our client is looking to hire a Commercial Solicitor to join their award winning team in Leeds. This is an exciting opportunity for a junior to mid level lawyer to join a large team who advise clients across the public and private sector.

Client Details

Our client is known as a global legal firm with a great reputation. The firm has a large full service office in Leeds and their commercial team is ranked by the legal directories for Yorkshire. The firm offer great training and prospects for the successful candidate.

Description

The Commercial Solicitor will get involved in a range of work including;

• Providing legal advice on a range of commercial matters.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts and agreements.
• Working on major outsourcing and supply chain contracts.
• Working closely with Partners and senior fee earners on large projects.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships with clients in a range of sectors including transport and utilities.

Profile

The successful Commercial Solicitor should have / be;

• A solicitor likely to be around 1-6 years PQE
• Extensive knowledge of commercial law and contract drafting.
• A background from a strong private practice law firm or In-house.
• Proven ability to manage a varied workload effectively.
• Strong academics
• Ties to Leeds
• A client-focused approach

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £68,000 to £85,000.
• Generous pension contribution of 5%.
• Bonus opportunities of up to 20%.
• 25 days of holiday leave.
• Private healthcare provided.
• Hybrid working arrangement for better work-life balance.