Commercial Solicitor - In-house

QED; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Commercial Solicitor to join their legal team in Northampton. The role involves drafting and negotiating contracts and providing sound legal advice. The successful candidate will benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements after an initial period in Berkshire.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE in commercial law.
• In-house experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Relevant experience outside PQE range considered.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts.
• Advising the business on legal matters.
• Handle day-to-day legal issues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Contract negotiation

Legal advice

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

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Commercial Solicitor - In-house, Northampton

Client: QED

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Our client is looking for an In-house Legal Counsel / Commercial Lawyer to join their highly regarded legal team. This role involves drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts and agreements, as well as advising the business on legal matters.

The client is based in Berkshire but offers flexible hybrid working. Initially, the successful candidate will spend 1-3 months in Berkshire (costs covered by the company). Afterwards, they will work on a hybrid basis from Northampton.

The key responsibilities include handling day-to-day legal issues faced by the business, drafting and negotiating contracts, and providing legal advice. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to manage priorities and stakeholder expectations.

The ideal candidate is a UK-qualified solicitor with 2-4 years PQE, with in-house experience preferred but not mandatory. Candidates with private practice experience demonstrating strong commercial skills will also be considered.

Applicants outside the PQE range but with relevant experience are encouraged to apply. For more information, contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal. Referrals are welcomed, with a reward fee for successful placements.