Senior Commercial Contracts & IP Counsel - Build Practice

Lodders Solicitors LLP; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lodders Solicitors LLP is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our Business Services Group in the UK. You will deliver expert advice on commercial contracts, IP, and data protection, while managing high-value matters and advising clients on day-to-day business issues.

You will actively develop client relationships, expand your network of referrers, and spot opportunities for cross-service work.

Qualifications

• Five years' PQE or more for Senior Associate
• Ten years' PQE for Legal Director
• Substantial private-practice experience in the listed areas
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to grow a practice and develop client relationships
• Proactive in business development and networking
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a collaborative approach
• Comfortable managing complex matters for businesses

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on commercial contracts, IP, and data protection
• Manage high-value matters and guide clients through day-to-day business issues
• Develop and strengthen client relationships and grow referral networks
• Identify opportunities for cross-service work and participate in marketing and business development initiatives

Skills

Commercial contracts

Intellectual property

Data protection

Business development

Negotiation

Drafting

Client relationship management

Job description

Lodders Solicitors LLP is seeking a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our Business Services Group in the UK. You will deliver expert advice on commercial contracts, IP, and data protection, while managing high-value matters and advising clients on day-to-day business issues.

You will actively develop client relationships, expand your network of referrers, and spot opportunities for cross-service work.