Associate

Senior Associate — Commercial Contracts — Leeds

  • LocationLeeds, England, United Kingdom
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience5–5 PQE
  • PracticeCorporate

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A growing managed-legal services team is seeking a Senior Associate to act as a virtual in‑house commercial lawyer for a varied client base. The role combines day‑to‑day contract drafting and negotiation with advisory work, client relationship management and use of legal technology to deliver scalable legal solutions.

You will join a multidisciplinary team of lawyers, managers, paralegals and tech specialists, working closely with clients’ in‑house teams while supported by a broader legal practice. The post offers exposure to outsourcing, technology and supply‑chain matters across financial services and retail clients, and opportunities to help shape efficient delivery models.

  • Qualified solicitor admitted in England & Wales with approximately 5 years' PQE.
  • Practical experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts (outsourcing, technology, supply of goods/services, T&Cs, NDAs).
  • Strong commercial judgement, drafting and advisory skills; ability to manage client relationships and provide pragmatic risk advice.
  • Comfortable supervising junior lawyers/paralegals and contributing to process improvement.
  • Proficiency with legal technology and willingness to work in a flexible, client‑facing delivery model.

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