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Commercial Contracts Solicitor - 3 - 5 PQE

£28 - £32.7 per hourEstimated

Commercial Contracts Solicitor | 3–5 Years PQE | Leeds

Salary: Competitive  Contract: Permanent, Full Time | Hybrid working available

About the Firm

Our client is a well-established and highly regarded regional law firm with a strong market reputation, particularly within the Retail and Technology sectors. Known for their practical, commercially focused approach and deep sector expertise, they have built long-standing relationships with an impressive client base ranging from ambitious SMEs through to household-name national and international brands. Their Commercial team has delivered sustained growth over recent years and continues to go from strength to strength.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a commercially minded solicitor with 3-5 years PQE to join this thriving Commercial team in Leeds.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who is ready to take on greater responsibility, build their own client relationships, and develop across a broad and varied commercial practice.

The role is full time and Leeds based, with hybrid working available following a probationary period.

The Role

You will advise clients across a wide spectrum of commercial contracts matters, with the firm's Commercial practice. Day-to-day responsibilities will include:

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, purchase and distribution contracts, outsourcing arrangements, media and marketing contracts, and technology agreements
  • Providing pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice on both day-to-day business issues and strategic projects
  • Leading client matters with increasing autonomy as you develop within the role
  • Building and managing your own client relationships
  • Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team

The Candidate

Our client is looking for a candidates who can demonstrate:

  • 3–5 years' PQE in commercial contracts law
  • Solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
  • The ability to deliver clear, solution-oriented advice
  • A proactive, can-do attitude with a genuine appetite for business development

Why Apply?

This is a strong platform for a mid-level commercial lawyer looking to broaden their experience, step up their client-facing responsibilities, and develop within a supportive and growing team. The firm's sector focus in Retail and Technology gives candidates the opportunity to build genuinely differentiated expertise in high-demand areas.

To apply or find out more, please get in touch with Kim Wilkes with your CV. All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

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Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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