Hybrid Solicitor – Commercial Contracts & Tech

DWF; West Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Diversity & inclusion

Adjustments support

Job summary

DWF is seeking a Solicitor to join our Commercial team, advising clients on a broad range of commercial contracts. The role supports the Commercial, Regulatory and Data Practice Group and provides UK-wide advisory on procurement, AI, and technology contracting.

The position is ideally based in Birmingham with a flexible, hybrid working approach. You'll draft, review and negotiate complex agreements, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with colleagues nationwide.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor with 2+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting and written communication skills, with the confidence to negotiate.
• Commercially minded with ability to understand clients’ business objectives.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Self-motivated, performance-driven and committed to delivering high-quality legal advice.
• Team player with a collaborative approach and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply and services agreements, technology/IP, outsourcing and SaaS arrangements, and bespoke terms.
• Support clients across sectors including technology, consumer, data, cyber, energy and the public sector.
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of complex contracts.
• Work directly with clients and contribute to long-term client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationally across DWF’s commercial and sector teams.
• Support business development initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and maintain high-quality service delivery.
• Continuously develop technical and commercial knowledge through training and industry awareness.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Drafting

Negotiation

Client relationships

Team player

Education

Solicitor qualification (2+ PQE)

Job description

DWF is seeking a Solicitor to join our Commercial team, advising clients on a broad range of commercial contracts. The role supports the Commercial, Regulatory and Data Practice Group and provides UK-wide advisory on procurement, AI, and technology contracting.

The position is ideally based in Birmingham with a flexible, hybrid working approach. You'll draft, review and negotiate complex agreements, build strong client relationships, and collaborate with colleagues nationwide.