Hybrid General Commercial Solicitor: Contracts & Risk

Screwfix Direct Ltd.; Yeovil; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 20%

Hybrid working

33 days holiday

Flexible start/end times

Buy More Holiday

EV Car Scheme

Pension up to 14%

Life cover

Health cash plan

Discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Job summary

Screwfix Direct Ltd. in Yeovil, England, seeks a General Commercial Solicitor to join our high‑performing Commercial Legal Team. You will advise on major commercial contracts, manage legal risk, and partner with senior leaders to drive fast but responsible decisions.

UK qualified solicitor with 2+ PQE and a proven track record in contract law and commercial negotiations is required. The role offers hybrid working, a discretionary bonus up to 20%, generous holiday and pension benefits.

Qualifications

• UK qualified solicitor with 2+ PQE in commercial law matters.
• Experience in private practice and/or in-house on FMCG/commercial contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial contracts, including significant tenders and disputes with suppliers.
• Draft and negotiate complex contracts (goods/services, logistics, tech, NDAs).
• Advise on contract structure and risks to support business teams.
• Develop and maintain templates, standard terms and playbooks.

Skills

Contract drafting

Commercial negotiation

Regulatory/compliance awareness

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

UK Qualified Solicitor (2+ PQE)

Job description

Screwfix Direct Ltd. in Yeovil, England, seeks a General Commercial Solicitor to join our high‑performing Commercial Legal Team. You will advise on major commercial contracts, manage legal risk, and partner with senior leaders to drive fast but responsible decisions.

UK qualified solicitor with 2+ PQE and a proven track record in contract law and commercial negotiations is required. The role offers hybrid working, a discretionary bonus up to 20%, generous holiday and pension benefits.