In-House Commercial Lawyer – Defence Tech (Hybrid)

QinetiQ; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical and dental insurance

Share incentive scheme

Pension scheme

Travel insurance

Cycle to work

Job summary

Inzpire seeks a commercially minded solicitor to join its in‑house Legal team in Lincoln. You will advise on a broad range of commercial matters, draft and negotiate agreements, and help ensure regulatory compliance while supporting business growth.

You will work closely with stakeholders across the business, balancing legal risk with practical, commercial outcomes. The role offers hybrid working from Lincoln with travel to UK sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales required.
• 2+ years PQE in commercial contracts or related fields.
• Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements with customers, suppliers and partners.
• Provide pragmatic legal and commercial advice to support strategic objectives and growth.
• Identify and mitigate legal and commercial risks while advising on regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Trade Compliance, Supply Chain and GRC.

Skills

PQE 2+ years

Commercial contracts

Cross-functional projects

Commercial awareness

Written/verbal communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent and collaborative work

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Inzpire seeks a commercially minded solicitor to join its in‑house Legal team in Lincoln. You will advise on a broad range of commercial matters, draft and negotiate agreements, and help ensure regulatory compliance while supporting business growth.

You will work closely with stakeholders across the business, balancing legal risk with practical, commercial outcomes. The role offers hybrid working from Lincoln with travel to UK sites as needed.