Senior Commercial Lawyer — Lead Complex Contracts (Hybrid)

eNL Legal

West Yorkshire

Hybrid

GBP 55,000 - 67,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

eNL Legal in West Yorkshire is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer with 5+ years' experience to lead a specialist contracts team. You will advise on complex commercial matters, draft and negotiate high‑level agreements, and influence strategic decisions.

The role requires a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with strong drafting skills, and prior team management experience. Hybrid work arrangement with two days monthly in the office. Salary up to £61,358 DOE.

Qualifications

Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in commercial law.
Experience in commercial contracts, company law, procurement, information law or related areas.
Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
Previous team management experience.
Hybrid role with two days per month in the office.

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of complex and high‑profile commercial matters including contracts, company law, JVs, procurement, construction, information law and TUPE for PFI/PPP projects.
Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, advise on risk and dispute resolution, prepare reports for senior decision makers and act as Company Secretary where required.
Lead, supervise and mentor the Contracts and Commercial team, contribute to strategic projects and deliver training to colleagues and senior stakeholders.