Commercial Solicitor

Commercial Solicitor 2 years PQE +

Manchester/Hybrid

A leading Global Law firm is looking to recruit an ambitious commercial solicitor for their well-respected Commercial team in Manchester.

The role will report to the Principal Lawyer within the Commercial team. The team works 2-3 days in the office per week and the rest of the time remotely.

• Providing clear and concise legal advice and support to the client, having regard to the client’s business objectives, and delivering practical, creative, and commercial solutions and value within budget and time constraints, whilst ensuring that risks are understood and mitigated.
• Taking instructions from the client and advising on the law and legal issues.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements and other legal documents tailored to the client’s needs.
• Attending meetings and negotiations as a legal adviser with opposing parties.
• Assisting with the resolution of disputes concerning commercial contracts.
• Supervising and delegating work to paralegals and support staff as appropriate.
• Liaising with professionals and other operatives in both the client’s business and externally.
• Complying with all service level agreements and KPIs, including accurately recording time and meeting reporting obligations.

Skills and experience:

• Qualified solicitor with 1-6 years post-qualification experience (PQE) in commercial law.
• In-house experience is useful (but not essential); we will consider candidates with experience working for public authorities (e.g. local councils) with demonstrable experience in public procurement.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of legal documents.
• A detailed knowledge and understanding of:
• the applicable UK procurement regime;
• various types of contracts (including operation and maintenance, goods, services, outsourcing, and consultancy).
• Flexible working “can do” attitude, adaptability to change and ability to respond to competing deadlines.
• Organised and good at managing time effectively, using appropriate systems and processes.
• Use of appropriate, professional, and client-friendly language.
• Good relationship builder with strong interpersonal skills and highly team-oriented.

Interested?

Contact Angela Barnes – Wilson Mannion Recruitment for a confidential discussion or apply now for immediate consideration for this Commercial Solicitor opportunity.

email: [email protected] Tel: 0161 694 8140