Commercial Solicitor

Executive Network Legal Limited; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Competitive remuneration package

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited is seeking a Commercial Solicitor in Leicester with 1–5 years PQE. The role covers commercial, technology, IP and data protection matters, offering a varied caseload and client responsibilities.

You will manage your own matters, work with colleagues on strategic issues and help grow client relationships within a supportive, forward‑looking team. Hybrid working arrangements are available.

Qualifications

• 1-5 Years PQE; NQ solicitors considered with a commercial seat
• Background in commercial contracts; interest in tech/IP/data protection
• Commercially minded and able to give clear, practical advice
• Strong drafting, attention to detail and deadline management
• Positive attitude and eagerness to develop client relationships and career growth

Responsibilities

• Advise a varied portfolio of business clients on commercial matters
• Navigate commercial challenges and contractual risks for clients
• Handle commercial agreements, B2B contracts and technology-related matters
• Assist with complex instructions and collaborate with senior colleagues
• Develop client relationships and contribute to the practice's profile

Skills

Commercial Contracts

Technology & IP

Data Protection

Drafting Skills

Client Relationships

Job description

Commercial Solicitor, NQ-5 Years PQE, Leicester, £Competitive (DOE) - Are you a Commercial Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within an ambitious and forward-thinking law firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing commercial team in Leicester, advising a diverse client base on a range of commercial, technology, intellectual property and data protection matters. JOB REF: 5822.

THE ROLE:

• An expanding legal team is seeking a Commercial Solicitor to support its continued growth and advise a varied portfolio of business clients.
• You will work with organisations across different sectors, helping them navigate commercial challenges, manage contractual risks and achieve their business objectives.
• The role offers a varied workload encompassing commercial agreements, business-to-business contracts, technology-related matters and other commercial advisory work.
• You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, assist with more complex instructions and work closely with experienced colleagues on matters requiring a strategic approach.
• Alongside fee-earning responsibilities, you will be encouraged to develop your client relationships, contribute to the team's profile and play an active part in the ongoing success of the practice.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications are sought from Commercial Solicitors with between 1-5 Years PQE (Newly Qualified Solicitors will be considered for this role who have completed a commercial seat).
• The firm is keen to hear from candidates with a background in commercial contracts and an interest or experience in areas such as technology, intellectual property or data protection.
• You should be commercially minded, technically capable and confident in providing clear, practical advice.
• Strong drafting skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines are essential.
• A positive attitude, enthusiasm for developing new client relationships and a genuine commitment to career progression will be important.
• This opportunity will suit someone who enjoys working collaboratively but is also comfortable taking responsibility for their own matters.

ON OFFER:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Genuine career progression
• Hybrid working arrangements.

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