Senior Commercial Solicitor

SaccoMann; Manchester; Híbrido; GBP 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Birthday day off

Performance bonus

Private medical/dental

5.5% pension

Hybrid & flexible work

Enhanced parental leave

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

An experienced Commercial or Technology Solicitor is sought to join a Manchester-based firm’s Commercial & Technology team on a permanent basis. You will handle a broad mix of commercial and technology matters for varied clients, with early responsibility and direct client exposure.

The role offers high-quality, strategic work across sectors and opportunities for in-house secondments. A supportive, progressive environment and hybrid working options are provided.

Formación

• 4+ years' PQE in commercial law
• Experience with technology matters
• Strong understanding of contractual, IP and data protection issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and capable of managing a varied workload effectively

Responsabilidades

• Advising on complex commercial contracts, including outsourcing arrangements and business-critical supply agreements
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and technology agreements
• Advising on technology implementations, digital transformation programmes and data-driven projects
• Supporting strategic commercial projects and high-profile transactions
• Building strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted adviser to in-house legal and commercial teams
• Working collaboratively across the firm to deliver practical, commercially focused solutions
• Contributing to the development of client relationships and the wider Commercial Group

Conocimientos

Commercial law

Technology law

Contract law

IP law

Data protection

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Workload management

Descripción del empleo

Are you an experienced Commercial or Technology Solicitor seeking a new opportunity within a forward-thinking firm? Our client, a highly regarded legal organisation in Manchester, is looking for a talented Senior Solicitor to join their Commercial and Technology team on a permanent basis. This role offers a fantastic platform to develop your expertise within a supportive and progressive environment.

About the Firm

Join a leading UK law firm with a nationally recognised Commercial Group, advising global brands, household names and FTSE 100/250 businesses. The firm is known for its innovative approach, collaborative culture and commitment to delivering commercially focused legal advice. With offices across the UK and Brussels, it offers exposure to high-profile domestic and international projects, alongside excellent opportunities for career development.

About the Role

The Commercial Group is looking to recruit a Senior or Principal Associate with 4+ years' PQE to join its established Commercial & Technology team. You will advise on a broad range of complex commercial and technology matters, working with innovative businesses across sectors including technology, financial services, retail, automotive and logistics.

The role offers high-quality work, direct client exposure and early responsibility, with opportunities to work on strategic projects, major transactions and digital transformation initiatives. There may also be opportunities for in-house client secondments.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on complex commercial contracts, including outsourcing arrangements and business-critical supply agreements.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial and technology agreements.
• Advising on technology implementations, digital transformation programmes and data-driven projects.
• Supporting strategic commercial projects and high-profile transactions.
• Building strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted adviser to in-house legal and commercial teams.
• Working collaboratively across the firm to deliver practical, commercially focused solutions.
• Contributing to the development of client relationships and the wider Commercial Group.

The Ideal Candidate

• Solicitor with a minimum of 4 years' PQE in commercial law, with some experience in technology matters
• Strong understanding of contractual, IP, and data protection issues
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and capable of managing a varied workload effectively

What's In It For You

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service, plus birthday day off
• Performance-related bonus
• Private medical and dental insurance
• 5.5% Pension contribution
• Hybrid and Flexible working
• Enhanced parental leave and a range of family and carer benefits.
• Professional development support