Senior Commercial Counsel – Hybrid (Tech/IT)

Website; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Website is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel in Belfast for a hybrid role supporting a global tech company. You will advise on commercial issues, draft contracts, and work closely with internal stakeholders to align legal requirements with business priorities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years’ experience as a solicitor or barrister, with a strong background in commercial contracts, ideally within technology or IT. The position promotes collaboration and offers guidance to junior team members.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Strong background in commercial contracts, ideally in technology or IT sector.
• Ability to balance legal risk with commercial priorities.

Responsibilities

• Advise internal teams on legal and commercial issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Support bid and tender processes with contractual terms.
• Provide clear pragmatic legal advice to stakeholders.
• Identify potential legal or commercial risks.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Excellent drafting skills

Strong negotiation skills

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Qualification as a Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Website is seeking a Senior Commercial Counsel in Belfast for a hybrid role supporting a global tech company. You will advise on commercial issues, draft contracts, and work closely with internal stakeholders to align legal requirements with business priorities.

The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years’ experience as a solicitor or barrister, with a strong background in commercial contracts, ideally within technology or IT. The position promotes collaboration and offers guidance to junior team members.