Senior Commercial Lawyer & Associate Director – Enablement

FQPS Academy Ltd.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EY in London seeks a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join the General Counsel’s Office. You will advise on a wide range of commercial matters, draft and negotiate complex contracts, and help shape the firm’s commercial strategy.

The role requires at least 8 years PQE, strong in-house background, and ability to partner with senior stakeholders. GenAI experience is preferred.

This is a permanent, UK-based position with a dynamic, global network and opportunities to influence key business decisions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years post-qualification experience in commercial law.
• Significant in-house experience.
• Ability to provide practical legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build trust and credibility with senior leaders.
• Ideally, experience advising on GenAI in service provision.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts, including MSAs, framework agreements, and software/licensing agreements.
• Advising on government and public sector agreements.
• Leading legal support for technology-related services and tenders.
• Acting as legal lead on firm-wide projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Team player

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Contract drafting

Education

Qualified solicitor with 8+ years PQE

Tools

GenAI tooling

Job description

EY in London seeks a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join the General Counsel’s Office. You will advise on a wide range of commercial matters, draft and negotiate complex contracts, and help shape the firm’s commercial strategy.

The role requires at least 8 years PQE, strong in-house background, and ability to partner with senior stakeholders. GenAI experience is preferred.

This is a permanent, UK-based position with a dynamic, global network and opportunities to influence key business decisions.