Legal Counsel (Commercial)

Accuflex; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Accuflex is seeking an Experienced Commercial Solicitor with 5-10 years PQE for a part-time role combining flexibility with a dynamic and purpose-driven legal team. This position involves drafting contracts, overseeing legal compliance, and collaborating across functions to support the company's strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years PQE in commercial law.
• Experience in contract drafting and negotiation.
• Pragmatic mindset; balanced work approach preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review commercial agreements tailored to business needs.
• Provide judgment-based legal support to senior stakeholders.
• Collaborate across legal and operational teams on various matters.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Legal oversight

Data protection

Regulatory compliance

Employment law

Negotiation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Experienced Commercial Solicitor (5–10 PQE)

Part-Time, Flexible Working
Location: Hybrid (London)

Accuflex has a great opportunity for a talented and experienced Commercial Solicitor (5 to 10 years PQE) to join our client, a pioneering company operating at the intersection of health, science, and regulatory innovation. This part-time role (2–3 days per week) offers a long-term opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a dynamic and purpose-driven in-house legal team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Draft and review commercial agreements, including bespoke contracts tailored to evolving business needs.
• Legal Oversight: Provide judgment-based sign-off and support to senior legal stakeholders, ensuring high-quality legal outcomes.
• Cross-Functional Support: Offer practical advice across commercial law, data protection, employment, and regulatory compliance.
• Precedent Development: Create and maintain precedent agreements for repeat deal types.
• Project Involvement: Contribute to internal initiatives with a legal lens, helping drive strategic outcomes.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with leadership and operational teams, balancing legal rigour with commercial pragmatism.

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Solicitor with 5–10 years’ post-qualified experience (PQE).
• Strong commercial contracts experience (essential).
• Exposure to employment, data protection, and regulatory matters (preferred)
• Supportive, pragmatic mindset; ideally someone seeking meaningful, balanced work over career progression.
• Particularly well suited to those looking for flexibility due to lifestyle or family commitments.

The Opportunity:

• Type: Part-time (2–3 days/week); flexible structure (e.g., 4 half-days)
• Location: Hybrid – on-site preferred but remote options available
• Commitment: Long-term (1–2 years)

Apply Now:
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute solicitor ready to bring their experience into a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. If you are looking for a role that values contribution, autonomy, and balance, this could be your next move.

At Accuflex, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and designed to ensure candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications and suitability for the role.