INTERIM COMMERCIAL LAWYER OPPORTUNITY, CHESHIRE (Service Sector)

McKenzie Douglas; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international services group is seeking an experienced Interim Commercial Lawyer to join their Cheshire office. This fixed-term role (3-6 months) involves supporting various business functions with legal matters, drafting complex contracts, and providing compliance advice. Candidates must be a qualified solicitor with at least 2 years PQE. Competitive package includes 33 days of holiday and benefits. Application submissions are encouraged for interested candidates.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Free parking

Free lunch

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years PQE in commercial law.
• Proven experience in various complex commercial contracts.
• Experience working in-house is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Be the key contact for support across various business teams.
• Work on large transactions with public and private sector clients.
• Advise on regulatory compliance issues.

Skills

Drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts

Strong interpersonal skills

Experience in outsourcing

Ability to work autonomously

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

INTERIM COMMERCIAL LAWYER OPPORTUNITY, CHESHIRE (Service Sector)

Client:

Location:

United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

90d43533a5e0

Job Views:

15

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

Description

International services group seeks to recruit an experienced commercial contracts lawyer to support the business on broad-based commercial legal matters, working as part of a small legal team. This is a fixed-term contract position for between 3-6 months. One day in the Cheshire office is required.

Responsibilities:

• You will be a key contact for various teams within the business offering support to a range of functions including Finance, IT, Sales, Marketing, Health & Safety, and Pensions.
• Working on large transactions with clients across both public and private sectors.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts including supply, outsourcing, procurement, IT, and services.
• You may advise on regulatory and compliance issues such as Intellectual Property, GDPR, anti-bribery, and corruption.
• You will provide legal updates and internal training.

We are looking for:

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with at least 2+ years PQE.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating a variety of often complex commercial contracts.
• Experience in outsourcing would be desirable but not essential.
• Previous experience working in-house is a distinct advantage.
• Committed, driven, and able to work autonomously as well as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work at a strategic level.

Package on Offer:

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays).
• Free parking and lunch.

Apply:

If you are interested in this Interim Lawyer position, please submit your application.