Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their dynamic legal team in London. This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements and the opportunity to work on a variety of commercial contracts, including MSAs and data-sharing agreements. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and a pragmatic approach to legal challenges. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through mentoring and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact within the organization.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong communication skills and a pragmatic approach to legal issues.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and review contracts with clients and suppliers.
• Advise on risk management and compliance issues.

Skills

Commercial Contract Negotiation

Legal Compliance

Risk Management

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister

Job description

Senior In-House Commercial Contracts Lawyer, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 608dd135ea7f

Job Views: 10

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced commercial contracts lawyer to join our in-house legal team. The role offers flexibility regarding location within the UK and hybrid working arrangements. The successful candidate will:

1. Negotiate contracts with clients, including MSAs and public-sector frameworks, and advise on agreements with subcontractors, suppliers, and others.
2. Review and improve standard terms of business based on negotiation experiences and operational issues.
3. Handle various commercial contracting issues, such as local-country adoption contracts, data-sharing agreements, secondment agreements, and software supply contracts.
4. Interpret contractual provisions for colleagues and provide legal input on diverse contracting situations, including termination clauses and non-disclosure agreements.
5. Advise on risk management and compliance issues related to services delivered.
6. Assist with collaboration agreements and referral contracts.
7. Collaborate with the Office of the General Counsel and risk management teams to advise and support staff, including partners and directors.
8. Guide and support less experienced lawyers, providing feedback and development opportunities.
9. Identify risk trends and recommend mitigation strategies, including updates to templates and procedures.
10. Contribute to legal education across the firm through training and guidance materials.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or barrister.
• Experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of professional liability law and professional services contracting.
• Pragmatic, solution-oriented approach.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience in managing and mentoring colleagues.

Our Culture and Benefits

We value diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive. We support flexible working arrangements to help maintain work-life balance. Our initiatives extend beyond the workplace, including community engagement and charitable activities. We seek individuals eager to contribute, innovate, and uphold our values of purpose, curiosity, candor, and kindness.