Senior Legal Counsel

Taylor Root; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking an In-house Senior Commercial Lawyer for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Birmingham. The successful candidate will draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements, advise on legal issues, and ensure compliance with industry standards. With 8-10 years of PQE, strong technical skills, and expertise in technology-related legal matters, this role requires effective communication and a proactive approach. The position offers the opportunity to support strategic initiatives while working closely with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years PQE with strong technical capability.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and lead workstreams.
• Experienced in data protection and privacy issues.
• Excellent communicator who translates complex issues into clear guidance aligned with organisational risk appetite.
• Experience in technology matters, including data protection and privacy.
• Proactive, collaborative, detail‑oriented, autonomous adviser.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Advise on legal aspects of products and third-party technologies.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulatory requirements.
• Identify legal risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Drive improvements in processes and operational efficiency.
• Support business decision‑making through legal analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Supervise and quality‑assure work from junior lawyers and paralegals.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legal developments.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Complex legal matters management

Commercial judgment

Effective communication

Proactive collaboration

Technology-related legal matters

Education

Qualified solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

A reputable law firm is seeking an In-house Senior Commercial Lawyer on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract, reporting to the Head of Legal. The role requires close collaboration with senior stakeholders across multiple teams and functions, providing pragmatic, commercially focused legal support. Part of a recently established in‑house legal function supporting strategic initiatives, commercial contracting, and legal risk management.

1-2 days a week in Birmingham office.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements and related documentation.
• Advising on legal aspects of products and third‑party technologies.
• Ensuring compliance with laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Identifying legal risks and proposing practical mitigation strategies.
• Driving improvements in processes, templates, governance, and operational efficiency.
• Supporting business decision‑making through legal analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Supervising and quality‑assuring work from junior lawyers and paralegals.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant legal developments.

Qualifications

• A lawyer with 8–10 years’ PQE and strong technical capability.
• Able to independently manage complex legal matters, lead workstreams and drive operational efficiency.
• Brings strong commercial judgment, excellent negotiation skills, and a solutions‑oriented mindset.
• Effective communicator who can translate complex issues into clear guidance aligned with organisational risk appetite.
• Experienced in technology-related matters, including data protection and privacy.
• Proactive, collaborative, detail‑oriented, and capable of operating autonomously as a trusted adviser.