Senior Commercial Solicitor — In-House, Hybrid & Flexible

Michael Page Legal; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected UK university is seeking a Senior Commercial Solicitor to join its Legal, Governance and Compliance Division in Norwich. This key in-house role involves providing legal advice on commercial contracts, supporting governance and compliance matters, and drafting complex documentation. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with strong experience in commercial law and stakeholder engagement. The position offers a salary up to £67,000, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment that values collaboration and career development.

Benefits

Generous pension contributions

Annual leave

Flexible working

Access to wellbeing programmes

Career development programmes

Qualifications

• Strong PQE gained in commercial law.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Comfortable advising senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on commercial contracts and agreements.
• Support governance, compliance, and risk matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial documentation.

Skills

Commercial law expertise

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Education

Solicitor qualification or equivalent

Job description

A respected UK university is seeking a Senior Commercial Solicitor to join its Legal, Governance and Compliance Division in Norwich. This key in-house role involves providing legal advice on commercial contracts, supporting governance and compliance matters, and drafting complex documentation. The ideal candidate is a qualified solicitor with strong experience in commercial law and stakeholder engagement. The position offers a salary up to £67,000, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment that values collaboration and career development.