Legal Counsel - Commercial Lawyer

QED Legal; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Company Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team in Basingstoke. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of PQE and a strong background in commercial law, particularly in contract negotiation and supporting bids. This hybrid role offers excellent career progression opportunities in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial work including bids, tenders, and contract negotiation.
• Qualified with 2–6 years PQE at a reputable firm.
• Strong commercial/business outlook.

Responsibilities

• Support on bids and tenders, draft and negotiate contracts.
• Assist with various legal matters within the department.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Our client is looking for a Company Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel to join their busy in-house legal department. This position offers a good opportunity to progress and develop your career.

Based in Basingstoke, this company has a hybrid working policy, preferring employees to be in the office 2-3 days per week.

The ideal candidate for this position will:

• Have experience with a broad variety of commercial work, including supporting on bids and tenders, drafting and negotiating contracts such as customer terms and conditions, procurement contracts, sponsorship, and media agreements.
• Assist the department with a wide range of other legal matters.
• Be a qualified solicitor with good training and post-qualification experience at a reputable law firm.
• Have between 2–6 years PQE.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong commercial/business outlook.

The successful candidate must demonstrate strong communication skills and commercial awareness. You should be ambitious, hungry for success, and eager to advance your career.

While candidates with 2–6 years PQE are preferred, our client is open to considering applicants outside this range who have relevant experience.

For more information on this opportunity, please contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal. If this position isn’t suitable but you know someone who might be interested, please refer them to us. We offer a referral reward for successful placements. For full details, please visit our website.