Commercial Associate / Senior Associate /Legal Director (5yrs' + PQE)

Actis Recruitment; Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established regional firm is seeking a skilled Commercial Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years PQE to join their reputable team. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of commercial law matters, including contracts, data protection, and intellectual property. You will enjoy a collaborative environment that emphasizes career development and client interaction, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to advance their legal careers. The firm is committed to providing a rewarding work-life balance and offers attractive salaries along with enhanced benefits, ensuring a supportive workplace for all employees.

Benefits

Health and wellbeing policies

Social and community events

Generous holidays

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Commercial Law, with a focus on non-contentious matters.
• Experience in managing diverse commercial contracts and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial contracts including supply agreements and joint ventures.
• Work closely with corporate and litigation teams on various projects.

Skills

Commercial Law

Contract Law

Data Protection

Intellectual Property

Client Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer (PQE 5+ years)

Job description

Commercial Associate / Senior Associate / Legal Director (5yrs' + PQE)

Salary:
£70,000 - £95,000

Ref:
57431/2

Location:
All North West, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire

Areas of Law:
Commercial Law/Contracts

Job Type:
Permanent

Level:
6 years plus, 4-6 years qualified

Sector:
Private practice

This highly successful, regional firm is retained by an established and impressive portfolio of corporate and commercial clients. You will find the quality of work excellent with clients operating in a diverse range of sectors including Life Technology, Leisure & Hospitality, Sports & Media and Manufacturing.

A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lawyer with not less than 5 yrs’ PQE. The Commercial team enjoys an enviable reputation, and typical instructions include:

1. Commercial Contracts including Supply of Goods and Services
2. Distribution and Logistics
3. Franchise and Agency Agreements
4. Joint Ventures, Procurement and Outsourcing
5. IT Software, Development, Hosting and Cloud Services Agreements
6. Data Protection
7. Intellectual Property and Brand Protection

It is not essential to have expertise in all of the above areas but we are keen to hear from non-contentious commercial lawyers looking to undertake a diverse and challenging caseload.

As well as managing free-standing instructions and projects, this highly skilled team often works closely with the corporate and litigation teams.

Working as part of a cohesive team in a professionally managed practice, this is a great environment in which to develop your career and you will be afforded plenty of client contact.

As well as attractive salaries, the firm provides enhanced benefits including health and wellbeing policies, social and community events, generous holidays, and an effective management team committed to ensuring career development while creating a rewarding work-life balance.

Applications are welcome from lawyers in private practice, in-house, or local authority. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Actis Legal specializes in the North West legal market and with such detailed knowledge of the region, we are able to provide tailored and bespoke advice to individuals we act for and identify suitable career moves.

** Please note that references to post qualification experience (PQE) are given as a guideline to the competences required for technical, client, and case management skills, as well as budgeted salary for the role. We encourage you to apply for any job for which you feel you are a suitable candidate.