Commercial Solicitor - Public Sector

JMC Legal Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking a 4-7 PQE Commercial Solicitor for its market-leading Public Sector Team. The role involves drafting commercial contracts and supporting public sector clients. The firm offers a hybrid working model, generous benefits, and supports career growth within a collegiate culture.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Profit share

Performance bonus

Life assurance

Flexible policies

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in commercial contracts.
• Public sector experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communicator, written, oral and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts and collaboration agreements.
• Support clients with public sector matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues across various legal disciplines.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial thinking

Ability to work under pressure

Public sector experience

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4-7 PQE)

Job description

Overview

4-7 PQE Commercial Solicitor - Public Sector
Bristol | Top 50 UK law firm | Tier 1 Public Sector Team

Join a nationally recognised, market-leading Public Sector Team ranked Tier 1 in Legal 500. Work with central and local government, executive agencies, police, health authorities and more. High-quality, complex, and high-profile projects, all with a strong public interest impact.

Why Apply

• 4-7 PQE - clear progression pathway
• Bristol-based, with hybrid working
• Top 50 UK firm, supportive and collegiate culture
• Opportunity to work on strategic projects shaping public services
• Part of a team ranked 5th Best Law Firm to Work For (2024)

The Role

• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, frameworks and collaboration agreements
• Support clients with day-to-day public sector matters
• Depending on experience - procurement law and public law advisory work
• Collaborate with colleagues across Property, Planning, Construction, Litigation & Social Housing

Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor (4-7 PQE) with commercial contracts experience
• Public sector experience is highly desirable, but not essential
• Strong communicator, written, oral and negotiation skills
• Commercial thinker with the ability to work under pressure
• Enthusiastic, flexible, and eager to grow your practice

Benefits

• Market leading benefits package including generous holiday allowance, private healthcare, pension scheme, profit share and performance bonus, life assurance
• Hybrid working & flexible policies

This is a fantastic opportunity for a 4-7 PQE Commercial Solicitor to join a leading, ambitious Public Sector practice with clear scope for career growth.