Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team in Edinburgh. This role offers a unique opportunity to negotiate and manage a variety of commercial contracts while working closely with stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk management. The firm values diversity and inclusion, promoting a culture where every team member can thrive. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to professional development, this position is perfect for a self-motivated lawyer eager to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong knowledge of professional liability law and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and advise on various commercial contracts.
• Mentor junior lawyers and support their professional growth.
• Identify risk trends and recommend mitigation strategies.

Skills

Commercial Contracts Negotiation

Legal Drafting

Risk Management

Professional Liability Law

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

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Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer, Edinburgh

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 731f5dc4ee97

Job Views: 11

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Contracting Solicitor

Flexible on any GTUK location, hybrid working

NEW GROUND WON’T BREAK ITSELF.

Our Office of the General Counsel advises on a wide variety of risk issues that arise in the delivery of professional services across assurance, tax, and advisory sectors.

We’re open to flexible working arrangements, including reduced hours and job shares, to support work-life balance.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced commercial contracts lawyer for our in-house legal team. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Negotiating contracts with clients, including MSAs and public-sector framework agreements, and advising on contracts with subcontractors, suppliers, and others.
2. Improving standard terms of business based on negotiation experiences and issues encountered.
3. Handling various commercial contracting issues such as:

• Advising on local-country adoption contracts for global frameworks
• Agreements with Grant Thornton International member firms
• Data-sharing, secondment, and software supply contracts
• Interpreting contractual provisions for colleagues
• Providing legal input on termination clauses, NDAs, tender documents, and disclosure agreements
• Advising on risk management and compliance issues

Collaborating on collaboration, referral, and introduction agreements.

Working closely with the Office of the General Counsel and risk management team to advise and protect the firm’s stakeholders.

Mentoring less experienced lawyers and supporting their development.

Identifying risk trends and recommending mitigation strategies, including updating templates and procedures.

Educating colleagues on legal and risk issues through training and guidance materials.

Candidate Profile

The minimum requirements include:

• Qualified solicitor or barrister
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Knowledge of professional liability law
• Understanding of professional services contracting and risk management
• Pragmatic, solution-oriented approach
• Self-motivated with good multitasking skills
• Excellent communication and drafting skills
• Experience managing and mentoring colleagues

Our Culture and Benefits

We value diversity, inclusion, and the unique contributions of our team. Our culture promotes openness, respect, and the freedom to bring your whole self to work. We support flexible working to help balance your professional and personal life.

Beyond work, you'll have opportunities to contribute to community initiatives, fundraising, and supporting entrepreneurs globally. Our values—purposeful, curious, candid, and kind—guide everything we do.

We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold integrity—doing what’s right for the firm, clients, colleagues, and themselves.