INTERIM COMMERCIAL LAWYER OPPORTUNITY, CHESHIRE (Service Sector)

McKenzie Douglas; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the service sector is seeking an experienced interim commercial lawyer in Cheshire for a fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting multiple business functions, drafting complex contracts, advising on regulatory compliance, and providing legal training. This position is ideal for qualified solicitors with significant experience in commercial law.

Benefits

33 days holiday, including bank holidays

Free parking

Free lunch

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years PQE in commercial contracts.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Desirable experience in outsourcing.

Responsibilities

• Key contact for various teams offering legal support.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts.
• Provide legal updates and internal training.

Skills

Commercial contracts drafting

Negotiation

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor in England and Wales

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

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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 sector
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts including supply, outsourcing, procurement, IT and services
• You may advise on regulatory and compliance in 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 a distinct advantage
• Committed, driven and able to work autonomously as well as part of a team
• Strong interpersonal skills and able to work at a strategic level

Package on Offer:

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

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