Commercial, Technology & Data Protection Solicitor (3-5 PQE)

Chadwick Nott - East and West Midlands, NHC & East Anglia; Leicester; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is partnering with a leading regional law firm to recruit a Commercial, Technology & Data Protection Solicitor (3–5 PQE) to join its expanding team across multiple offices including Leicester. The role covers commercial contracts, technology, IP and data protection for a diverse client base, from startups to international organisations.

You will advise on a broad range of matters, draft and negotiate documentation, and develop strong client relationships while contributing to

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' PQE in commercial/tech law.
• Experience across commercial contracts, technology, IP and data protection.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and technical legal skills.
• Commercial awareness with practical, solution-focused advice.
• Excellent client relationship and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on commercial contracts, technology agreements, IP and data protection.
• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial/tech documentation.
• Manage your own matters while supporting senior colleagues on larger projects.
• Provide pragmatic, commercially focused advice tailored to clients’ objectives.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships as a trusted adviser.
• Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practice groups to ensure seamless service.
• Support business development activities and marketing initiatives.
• Develop sector expertise and identify opportunities to add value to clients.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Data protection

Intellectual property

Commercial awareness

Client relationships

Job description

Commercial, Technology & Data Protection Solicitor (3-5 PQE) – Leading Regional Law Firm | Multiple Office Locations (Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Oxford)

I am currently working with a highly regarded regional law firm that is looking to appoint a Commercial, Technology, Intellectual Property and Data Protection Solicitor to join its growing practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with 3-5 years' PQE seeking high-quality, varied work across commercial contracts, technology, intellectual property and data protection matters. The role offers exposure to an impressive client base ranging from innovative start-ups and scale-up businesses to established national and international organisations.

The Opportunity

Joining a collaborative and growing team, you will advise clients on a broad range of commercial and technology-driven matters while developing strong client relationships and sector expertise.

• Advising clients on commercial contracts, technology agreements, intellectual property matters and data protection issues.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial and technology-related documentation.
• Managing your own matters while supporting senior colleagues on larger and more complex projects.
• Providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice tailored to clients' objectives.
• Building and maintaining long‑term client relationships and becoming a trusted adviser.
• Working closely with colleagues across offices and practice groups to deliver seamless client service.
• Supporting business development activities, networking initiatives, seminars and marketing campaigns.
• Developing expertise in key industry sectors and identifying opportunities to add value to clients.
• Contributing to knowledge sharing and maintaining high professional and regulatory standards.

Candidate Profile

This opportunity would suit a commercially minded solicitor who enjoys working across a broad range of commercial and technology-related matters.

• Between 3 and 5 years' PQE.
• Experience in commercial contracts, technology, intellectual property, data protection or a combination of these disciplines.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and technical legal skills.
• Commercial awareness and an ability to provide practical, solution-focused advice.
• Excellent client relationship and communication skills.
• A proactive and organised approach to managing matters and deadlines.
• An interest in business development and building a personal profile in the market.
• A collaborative mindset and desire to contribute to a growing team.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position offers the opportunity to work on intellectually stimulating and commercially significant matters within a supportive and ambitious environment. Lawyers are given early responsibility, direct client exposure and genuine opportunities to develop specialist expertise. The firm places a strong emphasis on career development, providing mentoring, high-quality work and clear progression opportunities while fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*