Solicitor - Commercial

DWF; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DWF, a leading global provider of integrated legal services, is seeking a Solicitor to join its Commercial team in Birmingham. The ideal candidate will possess experience in commercial contracts and strong communication skills, ready to advise clients across various sectors. This role allows for a hybrid working arrangement, promoting a supportive and collaborative environment. DWF celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace, providing positive experiences for all candidates.

Qualifications

• A qualified solicitor with experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting and written communication skills with the confidence to negotiate.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of complex contracts.
• Support business development initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Strong drafting and written communication skills

Commercially minded

Ability to build strong relationships

Self‑motivated and performance‑driven

Team player with collaborative approach

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Why join us?

DWF are seeking a Solicitor to join our Commercial team, supporting and advising our clients on commercial contracts. Our Commercial team is a key part of the Commercial, Regulatory and Data Practice Group, providing clients with global support on critical issues in commercial contracting, including public sector procurement, AI, commodity contracting, and other strategic areas. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of, and genuine interest in, commercial contracts, combined with developing technical ability and commercial awareness. We welcome applications from newly qualified solicitors and trainees approaching qualification who are keen to qualify into a friendly and supportive commercial team. We are open to candidates based in any of our regional offices including Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds and offer a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply and services agreements, technology and IP agreements, outsourcing and SaaS arrangements, framework and strategic partnering agreements, as well as bespoke contractual terms and conditions.
• Support clients across sectors including technology, consumer, data, cyber, energy and the public sector.
• Draft, review and negotiate a range of complex contracts.
• Work directly with clients and contribute to long‑term client relationships.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationally across DWF’s commercial and sector teams.
• Support business development initiatives and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Prioritise tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines and maintain high‑quality service delivery.
• Continuously develop technical and commercial knowledge through training, supervised practice, and awareness of industry developments.

Essential

• A qualified solicitor with experience in commercial contracts.
• Strong drafting and written communication skills, with the confidence to negotiate.
• Commercially minded and keen to understand clients’ business objectives.
• Proven ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Self‑motivated and performance‑driven, with a commitment to delivering high‑quality legal advice.
• A team player with a collaborative approach and a willingness to learn.
• Motivated to develop skills and progress within a growing national practice.

What we offer

We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.

About Us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.