Senior Associate — Commercial Contracts — Leeds
- LocationLeeds, England, United Kingdom
- Work typeOn-site
- Experience5–5 PQE
- PracticeCorporate
A leading international law firm
Apply in confidence →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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