Contracts Solicitor - SaaS

Michael Page Legal; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected software business in Birmingham seeks an experienced Contracts Solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term role, focusing on SaaS contracts in public and private sectors. The ideal candidate has 4+ years PQE, is skilled in public procurement law, and offers hybrid working flexibility. This role promises a competitive salary of £70-80k and exposure to high-value deals in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Collaborative team environment

Exposure to high-value deals

Qualifications

• Solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in SaaS agreements.
• Experienced in public procurement regulations.
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate SaaS agreements.
• Manage diverse contract cases.
• Advise on public procurement compliance.
• Collaborate with sales and stakeholders.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating SaaS agreements

Public procurement law

Strong interpersonal skills

Commercially minded

Education

Solicitor with 4+ years PQE

Job description

The Contracts Solicitor in Birmingham will lead on drafting and negotiating SaaS contracts across public and private sectors. This fixed-term (12-month) role is ideal for a solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE in SaaS agreements and public procurement.

Client Details

A respected, high-growth software business providing advanced digital solutions across sectors such as healthcare, legal, and government. With a global client base, over 2,000 employees, and an award-winning culture focused on innovation, inclusion, and career development, this is a business where legal professionals can thrive. They're recognised for empowering teams, offering hybrid flexibility, and being at the forefront of cloud-based transformation in the UK tech landscape.

Description

The Contracts Solicitor will be:

• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing SaaS agreements and service contracts
• Managing a diverse caseload of contracts across public and private sectors
• Advising on public procurement regulations and compliance requirements
• Supporting the business through tender processes and contract frameworks
• Collaborating with sales, procurement, and stakeholders
• Helping to optimise legal templates and streamline contract workflows
• Mitigating legal and commercial risk through sound legal advice

Profile

The Contracts Solicitor should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years PQE
• Experienced in drafting and negotiating SaaS and cloud-based contracts
• Skilled in public procurement law and frameworks
• Commercially minded with strong interpersonal and advisory skills
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment

Job Offer

This 12-month fixed-term role offers a salary of £70-80k, hybrid working (2-3 days in the Birmingham office), and the opportunity to work with a major national software leader. You'll gain exposure to high-value public and private sector deals, enjoy a collaborative team environment, and benefit from an employer committed to diversity, innovation, and continuous development.

If you're an experienced Contracts Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.