Commercial Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning commercial law firm in Manchester is seeking a skilled solicitor to join its commercial team. The role involves handling varied commercial work, advising clients on high-value projects across sectors including technology and healthcare, with strong potential for career progression.

Benefits

Supportive environment for personal development

Collaborative culture promoting work-life balance

Competitive salary with transparent progression

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years’ post-qualified experience in commercial law.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory issues.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Advising clients on data protection, IP, and commercial strategy.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

Skills

Communication

Client-focused approach

Commerciality

Collaboration

Risk assessment

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

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Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity:

An award-winning commercial law firm in the heart of Manchester is looking to appoint a skilled and commercially minded solicitor to join its growing Commercial team. This is an exciting opportunity for a lawyer with at least 4 years’ post-qualified experience who enjoys advising a varied client base on complex and high-value commercial matters.

The team is known for its strong client relationships, pragmatic approach, and collaborative working style. You’ll be working with entrepreneurial businesses, from fast-growing SMEs to established corporates, across sectors including retail, technology, healthcare, leisure, and professional services.

Role Overview:

You will handle a broad range of commercial work including commercial contracts, supply and distribution agreements, terms and conditions, data protection, IP, and technology-related matters. The role offers the opportunity to advise both UK-based and international clients on key commercial arrangements and business-critical projects.

The role would particularly suit a solicitor looking for a high-quality caseload, regular client contact, and a firm that actively supports career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts and agreements
• Advising clients on contractual risk, regulatory matters, data protection, IP, and commercial strategy
• Working alongside colleagues in corporate, employment, and dispute resolution on cross-departmental matters
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice
• Supporting business development activities and mentoring junior members of the team where appropriate

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with a minimum of 4 years’ post-qualified experience in commercial law
• Proven experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, with a strong understanding of risk and regulatory issues
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear, practical way
• A confident, client-focused approach with a strong sense of commerciality
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with a genuine interest in helping clients grow and protect their businesses

Why Apply?

• Join a respected, partner-led commercial team with an impressive client portfolio
• Work in a supportive and inclusive environment where personal development is genuinely encouraged
• Be part of a collaborative culture that promotes flexibility and a sensible work-life balance
• Enjoy a competitive salary, transparent progression path, and wide-ranging benefits

Next Steps:

If you're a commercial solicitor ready to step into a high-quality role with real scope for progression, we’d love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please get in touch with Millie Ebbrell @ Simpson Judge today

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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