In House Legal Counsel Commercial/IT Transactions (2-4 PQE)

JR United Kingdom; Telford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company seeks a Commercial Lawyer (2-4 PQE) for their in-house legal team in Telford. You will lead strategic IT services transactions, manage contracts, and mentor team members. This role offers international exposure, a supportive hybrid working environment, and clear career progression.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working environment

Clear career development pathways

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• 2-4 PQE in commercial contracts and/or IT/outsourcing deals.
• Experience from a top law firm is crucial.
• Ability to manage complex projects is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on major IT services contracts.
• Manage live agreements and provide strategic input.
• Support training and knowledge sharing within Legal.

Skills

Commercial Contracts

IT/Outsourcing Deals

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Commercial Risk Understanding

Solutions-focused Approach

Education

Qualified UK Solicitor

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In House Legal Counsel Commercial/IT Transactions (2-4 PQE), Telford

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Location:

Telford, United Kingdom

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Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

Job Description:

This world-leading technology powerhouse is seeking a Commercial Lawyer (2–4 PQE) to join its high-performing in-house legal team. This is a unique opportunity to work on strategic, high-value technology and outsourcing deals that are shaping digital transformation globally.

The Role:

You will lead on key IT services transactions, support commercial and contractual delivery, and guide stakeholders through complex deal lifecycles. The role includes strategic input on distressed accounts, pre-litigation commercial disputes, and mentoring within the team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead negotiations on major IT services contracts
• Manage live agreements and contractual performance
• Provide input on contract resets, rebaselining, and issue resolution
• Support training, knowledge sharing, and innovation initiatives within Legal
• UK solicitor qualified from a top law firm with 2–4 PQE and experience in commercial contracts and/or IT/outsourcing deals
• Strong understanding of commercial risk, stakeholder management, and financial acumen
• Confident negotiator with a solutions-focused, collaborative approach
• Experience with complex project delivery and distressed matters is advantageous

Why Apply?

• Join a high-calibre in-house legal team with international exposure
• Opportunity to enhance your profile in a high-impact legal role
• Supportive, flexible hybrid working environment
• Autonomy, influence, and clear career development pathways

On offer is an excellent team, competitive salary, culture, benefits, and hybrid working options.