Commercial Solicitor - In-house

QED Legal; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Three days in office

Job summary

QED Legal is seeking a Commercial Contracts Solicitor (2-4 PQE) to join their busy Manchester team. The role offers hybrid working (three days in the office) and exposure to high-volume commercial negotiations and contract management.

You will draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, work with internal stakeholders, and contribute to fast-paced projects while developing quickly in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or due to qualify imminently.
• Between 2-4 years' PQE in commercial contracts.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong communication, drafting and negotiation skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements.
• Work on a range of other legal matters
• Support fast-moving commercial projects with practical, solutions-focused legal advice
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistency and best practice across contracts

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Clear communication

Well organized

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Or due to qualify imminently

Job description

2 - 4 Years' PQE Manchester Hybrid Working (3 Days Office-Based)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Contracts Solicitor (2-4 PQE) to join a busy, forward-thinking legal team based in the Manchester.

This hybrid role (three days in the office) is ideal for a solicitor looking to build strong hands-on experience in commercial contracts, within a collaborative and fast-paced and supportive environment.

You will play a key role in commercial negotiations and contract management, working closely with internal stakeholders and gaining exposure to high-volume, business-critical work.

The Role

As a Commercial Solicitor, you will:

• Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts and agreements


• Work on a range of other legal matters


• Support fast-moving commercial projects with practical, solutions-focused legal advice


• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure consistency and best practice across contracts

About You

You will ideally be:

• A qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or due to qualify imminently


• Between 2 - 4 years' PQE


• Experienced in commercial contracts, either through a training seat or post-qualification role


• A clear communicator with strong drafting and negotiation skills


• Well organised with excellent attention to detail

What's On Offer

• Hybrid working - 3 days office-based


• Early responsibility and the opportunity to develop quickly as a commercial solicitor


• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)


• Supportive and professional legal team with a strong focus on development

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor seeking to develop a solid foundation in commercial law within a dynamic, in-house style environment, with real responsibility and the chance to make an immediate impact.