Solicitor - Commercial - Bristol - 2-4 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott in Bristol seeks a Commercial Solicitor (2-4 PQE) to join their busy team. You will handle a varied caseload of commercial matters, including drafting, negotiating contracts (supply, distribution, SaaS, IP licensing) and advising on data protection and regulatory compliance.

You will support corporate transactions and cross-border arrangements while working closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel, delivering practical, client-focused legal solutions in a

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE in commercial law
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Experience across a broad range of commercial agreements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
• Client-focused approach with exposure to IP work

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, distribution, agency, SaaS, technology, IP licensing)
• Advising on data protection, consumer law and regulatory compliance
• Supporting corporate transactions and cross-border commercial arrangements
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel
• Delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions
• Supporting a collaborative and ambitious team culture
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance

Skills

Drafting contracts

Negotiation

Data protection

Regulatory compliance

Client communication

Job description

Solicitor - Commercial - Bristol - 2-4 Years PQE

Location: Bristol

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility)

Salary: £55,000 to £75,000 (dependent on experience)

A respected and growing commercial team is seeking a Commercial Solicitor with 2-4 years' post qualification experience to join its busy and well established Bristol practice. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a high performing, collaborative environment with a strong focus on quality work, variety and client service.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload of commercial matters, including:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (supply, distribution, agency, SaaS, technology, IP licensing)
• Advising on data protection, consumer law and regulatory compliance
• Supporting corporate transactions and cross border commercial arrangements
• Working closely with internal stakeholders and external counsel
• Delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions
• Supporting a collaborative and ambitious team culture
• Maintaining high professional standards and compliance

Candidate Requirements

• 2-4 years PQE in commercial law
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Experience across a broad range of commercial agreements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence in managing matters independently
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Motivation, organisation and a proactive mindset
• A client focused approach and ability to juggle multiple matters
• Interest in a well rounded commercial role with exposure to IP work

Benefits

• A supportive and intellectually stimulating work environment
• High quality commercial and IP related work
• Clear career progression pathways
• Recognition for high quality work and client service
• Hybrid working arrangements
• Strong team culture and excellent client exposure

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*