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Commercial Lawyer

Law Staff Ltd
Posted a day ago, valid for 9 days
Location

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire PE29 3BD, England

Salary

£44,000 - £58,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A prestigious Lexcel-accredited Law Firm is looking for a Commercial Lawyer or Senior Commercial Lawyer for a permanent, full-time role near Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, or Northamptonshire.
  • The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor, legal executive, or barrister with a minimum of 1 year PQE and experience in public sector contracting and commercial law.
  • Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating contracts, providing data protection guidance, and managing intellectual property issues among others.
  • Salaries range from £44,290 to £58,168.75 depending on PQE, with additional benefits such as a 22% pension and 25 days holiday.
  • The firm is recognized for its innovative approach and commitment to exceptional client service, serving over 100 organizations in the public sector.
A prestigious Lexcel-accredited Law Firm is seeking a Commercial Lawyer or Senior Commercial Lawyer for a permanent, full-time position based in Offices close to Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire or Northamptonshire.

Join our client's award-winning, multi-accredited practice that specialises within the Public Sector. The successful candidate will handle and oversee a diverse portfolio of legal matters and advisory services. You will be responsible for preparing, negotiating, and providing expert counsel on complex legal projects involving multiple stakeholders and client interests, with particular focus on third sector and charitable organisations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft and negotiate commercial contracts
  • Provide data protection guidance and compliance
  • Advise on corporate governance matters
  • Handle intellectual property issues
  • Manage agency and distribution agreements
  • Oversee franchising agreements
  • Conduct comprehensive due diligence exercises
  • Lead strategic and operational delivery within the commercial team
  • Ensure regulatory compliance across all matters
  • Represent clients in negotiations and stakeholder discussions
  • Deliver staff training and development
  • Contribute to business development initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Qualified solicitor, legal executive, or barrister with minimum 1 year PQE
  • Previous experience in public sector contracting and public procurement
  • Demonstrable experience in commercial law (essential requirement)
  • Strong IT skills and technical proficiency
  • Excellent communication abilities with proven track record of building lasting client relationships
  • Commitment to delivering exceptional work standards and client service
About the Firm
Our client is a distinguished Law Firm with specialist expertise in Public sector law. As one of the UK's pioneering firms of this type, they serve over 100 organisations spanning the public sector landscape, including local authorities, clinical commissioning groups, NHS foundation trusts, charitable organisations, and emergency services.
This innovative, award-winning practice is recognised for its forward-thinking approach and maintains the highest standards in both management excellence and customer care delivery.

Salaries range depending on PQE for Lawyer 44,290 - 50,240 / Senior Lawyer 50,790 - 58,168.75 DOE
Benefits include 22% pension, 25 days holiday (and options to purchase more), 2 days office attendance and a array of discounts for retail etc

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For more information on this and other vacancies please contact Natasha Kirkby FREC dipRP quoting Ref: 37371

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