Lead Lawyer - Contracts and Commercial - WMF2715e Job Information Salary: £51,356 - £52,412 Expires: 29/03/2026 Location: Cumbria / Various, Cumbria Job Type: Full Time Overview Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking two experienced Lead Lawyers (Contracts & Commercial) to play a senior role within our Legal & Democratic Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high profile, complex and commercially significant work that shapes the delivery of services across our organisation. In this leadership role, you will provide high quality, practical and commercially focused legal advice on major contracts, procurement, commercial arrangements and corporate projects. You will also supervise and mentor colleagues, helping to develop excellence within the team and ensure high practice standards across Legal Services. You will be managing and supervising a designated team, supporting their development and ensuring strong professional practice, while leading on a caseload of complex and high-risk contract and commercial matters, offering advice across the Council and representing the authority where required. You will provide expert legal input into strategic planning, policy development, governance, decision making and corporate projects, advise senior managers and elected members on emerging legislation, case law and other developments within your specialist area, and contribute to service planning while maintaining high standards of legal practice management. Who we are looking for You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Lawyer with a current practising certificate and at least 3 years' post qualification experience. You will bring strong expertise in contracts, procurement or commercial law, and be confident advising at a senior level and supporting colleagues through supervision and mentoring. What we can offer you Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Would you like to find out more? For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the attachments below. Post Specification Role Profile Apply To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Company: Westmorland and Furness Council Sector: Corporate Services, Corporate Management Team, Legal Job Role: Solicitor Get more information about Lead Lawyer - Contracts and Commercial - WMF2715e
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Lead Lawyer - Contracts and Commercial - WMF2715e Job Information Salary: £51,356 - £52,412 Expires: 29/03/2026 Location: Cumbria / Various, Cumbria Job Type: Full Time Overview Westmorland and Furness Council is seeking two experienced Lead Lawyers (Contracts & Commercial) to play a senior role within our Legal & Democratic Services team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high profile, complex and commercially significant work that shapes the delivery of services across our organisation. In this leadership role, you will provide high quality, practical and commercially focused legal advice on major contracts, procurement, commercial arrangements and corporate projects. You will also supervise and mentor colleagues, helping to develop excellence within the team and ensure high practice standards across Legal Services. You will be managing and supervising a designated team, supporting their development and ensuring strong professional practice, while leading on a caseload of complex and high-risk contract and commercial matters, offering advice across the Council and representing the authority where required. You will provide expert legal input into strategic planning, policy development, governance, decision making and corporate projects, advise senior managers and elected members on emerging legislation, case law and other developments within your specialist area, and contribute to service planning while maintaining high standards of legal practice management. Who we are looking for You will be a qualified Solicitor, Barrister, or CILEX Lawyer with a current practising certificate and at least 3 years' post qualification experience. You will bring strong expertise in contracts, procurement or commercial law, and be confident advising at a senior level and supporting colleagues through supervision and mentoring. What we can offer you Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site. Would you like to find out more? For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the attachments below. Post Specification Role Profile Apply To apply please click the Apply Now link below. Company: Westmorland and Furness Council Sector: Corporate Services, Corporate Management Team, Legal Job Role: Solicitor Get more information about Lead Lawyer - Contracts and Commercial - WMF2715e
Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Solicitor Location: Trowbridge or Chippenham Hybrid/Flexible Working Salary: Up to £80,000 We're working alongside a well-regarded and growing regional law firm that are looking to appoint a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to help develop and grow its business offering across Wiltshire. The role: This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just a caseload. The firm is keen to bring in a lawyer who wants to build and shape the corporate & commercial offering, with real scope to influence the direction of the department and progress through to Partnership. You'll be joining a collaborative team environment with strong internal referral streams, mainly from their Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution teams, meaning a steady flow of work and the chance to build relationships with an established client base from day one. The work is varied and commercially focused, typically acting for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing companies. What You'll Be Doing: Drafting and advising on terms and conditions of business Commercial contracts and contractual terms Partnership agreements Directors' and shareholders' agreements Business sales and purchases Mergers and acquisitions General corporate and company advisory work This role would suit someone who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing a practice within a supportive firm that values work/life balance. What We Are Looking For: A qualified solicitor, ideally, 2-5 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial work (candidates with more or less experience are welcome to apply) Strong drafting and client advisory skills Someone who enjoys being involved in the growth and development of a service offering A commercial, collaborative approach Why Consider This Opportunity? Clear progression structure with a genuine route to Partnership The opportunity to shape and grow the corporate & commercial offering 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Bonus scheme paid twice per year Enhanced pension and enhanced maternity pay Study and qualification support Length of service awards Free eye tests and flu vaccinations A firm that genuinely prioritises work/life balance and community involvement If you're a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your practice and progress long-term, I'd be love to tell you more! Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Mar 17, 2026
Full time
Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Solicitor Location: Trowbridge or Chippenham Hybrid/Flexible Working Salary: Up to £80,000 We're working alongside a well-regarded and growing regional law firm that are looking to appoint a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to help develop and grow its business offering across Wiltshire. The role: This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just a caseload. The firm is keen to bring in a lawyer who wants to build and shape the corporate & commercial offering, with real scope to influence the direction of the department and progress through to Partnership. You'll be joining a collaborative team environment with strong internal referral streams, mainly from their Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution teams, meaning a steady flow of work and the chance to build relationships with an established client base from day one. The work is varied and commercially focused, typically acting for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing companies. What You'll Be Doing: Drafting and advising on terms and conditions of business Commercial contracts and contractual terms Partnership agreements Directors' and shareholders' agreements Business sales and purchases Mergers and acquisitions General corporate and company advisory work This role would suit someone who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing a practice within a supportive firm that values work/life balance. What We Are Looking For: A qualified solicitor, ideally, 2-5 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial work (candidates with more or less experience are welcome to apply) Strong drafting and client advisory skills Someone who enjoys being involved in the growth and development of a service offering A commercial, collaborative approach Why Consider This Opportunity? Clear progression structure with a genuine route to Partnership The opportunity to shape and grow the corporate & commercial offering 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Bonus scheme paid twice per year Enhanced pension and enhanced maternity pay Study and qualification support Length of service awards Free eye tests and flu vaccinations A firm that genuinely prioritises work/life balance and community involvement If you're a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your practice and progress long-term, I'd be love to tell you more! Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Farnham, United Kingdom Posted on 25/02/2026 Aurora Legal Talent is working on behalf of a respected regional law firm seeking to appoint an experienced Company & Commercial Solicitor to take a leading role in developing and shaping its commercial offering. This is a key strategic hire for the firm, presenting an outstanding opportunity for a senior lawyer with the ambition, technical ability and vision to build and lead a high performing department. You will have the autonomy to grow and develop a client base, supported by a progressive management team that encourages innovation and long term practice growth. The corporate and commercial department primarily serves businesses of all sizes, from start ups and SMEs to owner managed companies and multinationals. The department caters to a diverse client base spanning various commercial sectors and industries, focusing on long term relationships with repeat clients and referrals. They support entities ranging from newly formed companies and partnerships to established enterprises undergoing growth or restructuring. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the firm's Company & Commercial department. Advise on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts. Build and maintain strong client relationships, driving new business and enhancing the firm's presence in the commercial market. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high performing culture. About You Qualified Solicitor with significant experience in company and commercial law. Proven ability to attract, retain and manage a strong client base. Entrepreneurial mindset with a strategic approach to business development. Strong technical expertise and leadership skills. This role offers excellent prospects for career progression, coupled with a competitive salary and benefits package. It is ideal for an individual seeking to make a lasting impact within a growing and ambitious firm.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Farnham, United Kingdom Posted on 25/02/2026 Aurora Legal Talent is working on behalf of a respected regional law firm seeking to appoint an experienced Company & Commercial Solicitor to take a leading role in developing and shaping its commercial offering. This is a key strategic hire for the firm, presenting an outstanding opportunity for a senior lawyer with the ambition, technical ability and vision to build and lead a high performing department. You will have the autonomy to grow and develop a client base, supported by a progressive management team that encourages innovation and long term practice growth. The corporate and commercial department primarily serves businesses of all sizes, from start ups and SMEs to owner managed companies and multinationals. The department caters to a diverse client base spanning various commercial sectors and industries, focusing on long term relationships with repeat clients and referrals. They support entities ranging from newly formed companies and partnerships to established enterprises undergoing growth or restructuring. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the firm's Company & Commercial department. Advise on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts. Build and maintain strong client relationships, driving new business and enhancing the firm's presence in the commercial market. Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high performing culture. About You Qualified Solicitor with significant experience in company and commercial law. Proven ability to attract, retain and manage a strong client base. Entrepreneurial mindset with a strategic approach to business development. Strong technical expertise and leadership skills. This role offers excellent prospects for career progression, coupled with a competitive salary and benefits package. It is ideal for an individual seeking to make a lasting impact within a growing and ambitious firm.
Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Solicitor Location: Trowbridge or Chippenham Hybrid/Flexible Working Salary: Up to 80,000 We're working alongside a well-regarded and growing regional law firm that are looking to appoint a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to help develop and grow its business offering across Wiltshire. The role: This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just a caseload. The firm is keen to bring in a lawyer who wants to build and shape the corporate & commercial offering, with real scope to influence the direction of the department and progress through to Partnership. You'll be joining a collaborative team environment with strong internal referral streams, mainly from their Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution teams, meaning a steady flow of work and the chance to build relationships with an established client base from day one. The work is varied and commercially focused, typically acting for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing companies. What You'll Be Doing: Drafting and advising on terms and conditions of business Commercial contracts and contractual terms Partnership agreements Directors' and shareholders' agreements Business sales and purchases Mergers and acquisitions General corporate and company advisory work This role would suit someone who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing a practice within a supportive firm that values work/life balance. What We Are Looking For: A qualified solicitor, ideally, 2-5 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial work (candidates with more or less experience are welcome to apply) Strong drafting and client advisory skills Someone who enjoys being involved in the growth and development of a service offering A commercial, collaborative approach Why Consider This Opportunity? Clear progression structure with a genuine route to Partnership The opportunity to shape and grow the corporate & commercial offering 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Bonus scheme paid twice per year Enhanced pension and enhanced maternity pay Study and qualification support Length of service awards Free eye tests and flu vaccinations A firm that genuinely prioritises work/life balance and community involvement If you're a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your practice and progress long-term, I'd be love to tell you more! Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
Mar 16, 2026
Full time
Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Solicitor Location: Trowbridge or Chippenham Hybrid/Flexible Working Salary: Up to 80,000 We're working alongside a well-regarded and growing regional law firm that are looking to appoint a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to help develop and grow its business offering across Wiltshire. The role: This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just a caseload. The firm is keen to bring in a lawyer who wants to build and shape the corporate & commercial offering, with real scope to influence the direction of the department and progress through to Partnership. You'll be joining a collaborative team environment with strong internal referral streams, mainly from their Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution teams, meaning a steady flow of work and the chance to build relationships with an established client base from day one. The work is varied and commercially focused, typically acting for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing companies. What You'll Be Doing: Drafting and advising on terms and conditions of business Commercial contracts and contractual terms Partnership agreements Directors' and shareholders' agreements Business sales and purchases Mergers and acquisitions General corporate and company advisory work This role would suit someone who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing a practice within a supportive firm that values work/life balance. What We Are Looking For: A qualified solicitor, ideally, 2-5 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial work (candidates with more or less experience are welcome to apply) Strong drafting and client advisory skills Someone who enjoys being involved in the growth and development of a service offering A commercial, collaborative approach Why Consider This Opportunity? Clear progression structure with a genuine route to Partnership The opportunity to shape and grow the corporate & commercial offering 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days Bonus scheme paid twice per year Enhanced pension and enhanced maternity pay Study and qualification support Length of service awards Free eye tests and flu vaccinations A firm that genuinely prioritises work/life balance and community involvement If you're a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your practice and progress long-term, I'd be love to tell you more! Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work. Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities.
A leading financial technology firm in London seeks a qualified lawyer for a vital role in their Legal function. This position entails providing corporate and commercial legal support, focusing on drafting and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with legal obligations. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses strong communication skills, and is eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include flexible working, health insurance, and career progression opportunities.
Mar 14, 2026
Full time
A leading financial technology firm in London seeks a qualified lawyer for a vital role in their Legal function. This position entails providing corporate and commercial legal support, focusing on drafting and negotiating contracts while ensuring compliance with legal obligations. The ideal candidate is proactive, possesses strong communication skills, and is eager to contribute in a fast-paced environment. Benefits include flexible working, health insurance, and career progression opportunities.
NetCents Technology is a leading player in the cryptocurrency payment space. We are currently looking for in-house legal counsel to join our team in Europe. Qualified candidates must be detail-oriented, flexible, have strong multi-tasking, organizational and problem-solving skills, work well in a team atmosphere and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As our in-house legal counsel, you will serve as the primary lawyer responsible for counselling the business on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters, including structuring, drafting, and negotiating commercial transactions. You will work directly with the business serving as lead counsel on strategic deals, providing day-to-day advice, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. This is a senior-level role within NetCents and is responsible for structuring, drafting, and negotiating complicated payments, licensing, and other commercial agreements and providing ongoing legal counselling in a wide range of legal areas, including regulatory compliance and intellectual property. The successful candidate will have a strong transactional background and be hard-working, proactive, entrepreneurial and able to apply sound, pragmatic judgement in ambiguous situations. Responsibilities Key job functions include, but are not limited to: Provide legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind NetCents' strategic and business objectives Provide direction and guidance to facilitate NetCents' compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules, and regulations Establish, disseminate, and implement NetCents' legal policies Support NetCents' subsidiaries by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with payment products and services Supervises and is responsible for the management of litigation or disputes between NetCents and external parties in the UAE and abroad Represent NetCents to resolve matters in the best interest of NetCents Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts and other legal documents to maximize NetCents' legal protections while minimizing legal risk Produces and regularly updates standardized legal agreements, contracts, and standard terms for NetCents in compliance with international best practices and applicable legal requirements Managing all outside legal counsel Experience and Qualifications JD degree or foreign equivalent and membership in at least one of the following regions UAE, EU, UK, Canada Significant years of post-qualification legal experience preferably gathered in house as well as in an international law firm Experience in payments and financial services industry and in depth knowledge of associated regulatory requirements Strong transactional background dealing with commercial contracts A high degree of independence, initiative, and decisiveness but also a desire to be challenged and think outside the box Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to act as a business partner to senior management Great business judgement in ambiguous situations Bonus Experience and Qualifications Experience with alternative payments, emerging payments technology, and the payments/fintech industries In house experience at a fintech company FCA regulatory experience
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
NetCents Technology is a leading player in the cryptocurrency payment space. We are currently looking for in-house legal counsel to join our team in Europe. Qualified candidates must be detail-oriented, flexible, have strong multi-tasking, organizational and problem-solving skills, work well in a team atmosphere and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As our in-house legal counsel, you will serve as the primary lawyer responsible for counselling the business on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters, including structuring, drafting, and negotiating commercial transactions. You will work directly with the business serving as lead counsel on strategic deals, providing day-to-day advice, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. This is a senior-level role within NetCents and is responsible for structuring, drafting, and negotiating complicated payments, licensing, and other commercial agreements and providing ongoing legal counselling in a wide range of legal areas, including regulatory compliance and intellectual property. The successful candidate will have a strong transactional background and be hard-working, proactive, entrepreneurial and able to apply sound, pragmatic judgement in ambiguous situations. Responsibilities Key job functions include, but are not limited to: Provide legal advice and support to the business while keeping in mind NetCents' strategic and business objectives Provide direction and guidance to facilitate NetCents' compliance with all applicable international and domestic laws, rules, and regulations Establish, disseminate, and implement NetCents' legal policies Support NetCents' subsidiaries by providing general legal oversight on legal risks associated with payment products and services Supervises and is responsible for the management of litigation or disputes between NetCents and external parties in the UAE and abroad Represent NetCents to resolve matters in the best interest of NetCents Drafts, reviews, and negotiates contracts and other legal documents to maximize NetCents' legal protections while minimizing legal risk Produces and regularly updates standardized legal agreements, contracts, and standard terms for NetCents in compliance with international best practices and applicable legal requirements Managing all outside legal counsel Experience and Qualifications JD degree or foreign equivalent and membership in at least one of the following regions UAE, EU, UK, Canada Significant years of post-qualification legal experience preferably gathered in house as well as in an international law firm Experience in payments and financial services industry and in depth knowledge of associated regulatory requirements Strong transactional background dealing with commercial contracts A high degree of independence, initiative, and decisiveness but also a desire to be challenged and think outside the box Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to act as a business partner to senior management Great business judgement in ambiguous situations Bonus Experience and Qualifications Experience with alternative payments, emerging payments technology, and the payments/fintech industries In house experience at a fintech company FCA regulatory experience
About G-20 Group G-20 Group is a leading cross-asset trading firm active in delta-one and derivatives markets. Established in 2010, G-20 offers liquidity solutions, treasury management, and institutional advisory services. We are supported by an outstanding team of professionals, with a robust global presence in EMEA, Americas, and APAC. Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to lead and support our Legal and Compliance functions, particularly within the crypto and cross asset trading space. The ideal candidate will be well versed in financial contracts and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to draft, negotiate, and manage legal documentation such as Service Agreements, ISDAs, SAFTs, and other commercial and transactional contracts. You should be a problem solver at heart, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, evolving environment. A strong interest in legal automation and process efficiency is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements including: ISDAs (International Swaps and Derivatives Association Agreements) SAFTs (Simple Agreements for Future Tokens) Service agreements, NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements), partnership contracts, and other standard commercial agreements. Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and implications of business decisions. Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulatory developments across jurisdictions (with a focus on crypto and digital assets). Lead or support regulatory filings and compliance efforts where needed. Work with external counsel as required on complex or jurisdiction specific matters. Identify opportunities to automate and streamline legal workflows. Build scalable legal processes to support a growing business. Contribute to the development of internal policies and processes that align with regulatory and legal best practices. Qualifications Lawyer qualified to practice in UK and/or Swiss jurisdictions. Some post qualification experience, preferably in fintech, trading, or crypto related industries. Proven experience in corporate law, drafting service agreements, and advising on derivatives and cryptocurrency matters. Strong understanding of compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks in multiple jurisdictions. Hands on approach to solving legal issues within a business context; prior in house legal experience strongly preferred. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non legal stakeholders. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Highly ethical and trustworthy, operating with utmost integrity and confidentiality. Demonstrates strong business acumen and commercial awareness. Adaptive to the evolving needs of the business and of the financial services sector. Location and Right to work We are hiring for our London or Zurich offices with the expectation of the candidate being on site. Only candidates who possess the qualifications for the relevant jurisdiction(s) and who possess the pre existing right to work in the UK or Zurich without requiring company sponsorship need apply (British Citizen, PR holder, Swiss national, B/C permit or equivalent). Join G-20 Join G-20 and be a part of a team that is at the forefront of financial markets, driving innovation and excellence in the sector.
Mar 13, 2026
Full time
About G-20 Group G-20 Group is a leading cross-asset trading firm active in delta-one and derivatives markets. Established in 2010, G-20 offers liquidity solutions, treasury management, and institutional advisory services. We are supported by an outstanding team of professionals, with a robust global presence in EMEA, Americas, and APAC. Role Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to lead and support our Legal and Compliance functions, particularly within the crypto and cross asset trading space. The ideal candidate will be well versed in financial contracts and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to draft, negotiate, and manage legal documentation such as Service Agreements, ISDAs, SAFTs, and other commercial and transactional contracts. You should be a problem solver at heart, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast paced, evolving environment. A strong interest in legal automation and process efficiency is highly desirable. Key Responsibilities Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements including: ISDAs (International Swaps and Derivatives Association Agreements) SAFTs (Simple Agreements for Future Tokens) Service agreements, NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements), partnership contracts, and other standard commercial agreements. Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and implications of business decisions. Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulatory developments across jurisdictions (with a focus on crypto and digital assets). Lead or support regulatory filings and compliance efforts where needed. Work with external counsel as required on complex or jurisdiction specific matters. Identify opportunities to automate and streamline legal workflows. Build scalable legal processes to support a growing business. Contribute to the development of internal policies and processes that align with regulatory and legal best practices. Qualifications Lawyer qualified to practice in UK and/or Swiss jurisdictions. Some post qualification experience, preferably in fintech, trading, or crypto related industries. Proven experience in corporate law, drafting service agreements, and advising on derivatives and cryptocurrency matters. Strong understanding of compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks in multiple jurisdictions. Hands on approach to solving legal issues within a business context; prior in house legal experience strongly preferred. Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non legal stakeholders. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. Highly ethical and trustworthy, operating with utmost integrity and confidentiality. Demonstrates strong business acumen and commercial awareness. Adaptive to the evolving needs of the business and of the financial services sector. Location and Right to work We are hiring for our London or Zurich offices with the expectation of the candidate being on site. Only candidates who possess the qualifications for the relevant jurisdiction(s) and who possess the pre existing right to work in the UK or Zurich without requiring company sponsorship need apply (British Citizen, PR holder, Swiss national, B/C permit or equivalent). Join G-20 Join G-20 and be a part of a team that is at the forefront of financial markets, driving innovation and excellence in the sector.
PART-TIME Sole Counsel / Head of Legal / Senior Legal Counsel role advising a newly formed leadership team reporting to the Group CFO - 3 or 4 days a week role (hybrid working - Birmingham 1-2 days per week) - Salary c. 100,000 pa FTE plus benefits First dedicated Sole Counsel role supporting the highly engaged executive leadership team on a range of matters - Commercial Contracting (service, supply, procurement, playbooks) - Regulatory & Compliance (GDPR, governance, insurance, H&S) - Operational matters (disputes, risk management, service performance) - Property (leases, access agreements, working with internal property matters) - Governance (Co Sec support) - Managing external counsel on specialist matters You will have 6+ years PQE with a strong commercial contracts background and in-house experience. You will enjoy variety, autonomy and building relationships right across a business. A business partnering approach will be key as you drive a culture change and shape legal processes moving forward helping to underpin revenue growth across a dynamic business. You will be a strong communicator, pragmatic and solutions focused. The business is in an asset-heavy industry so similar experience in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, automotive, logistics etc, will be helpful and an appetite to get on the high-viz and boots to learn about the sector. Given the opportunity to build your experience and drive the legal agenda, this is a unique opportunity for a senior legal counsel looking for greater autonomy with a forward thinking business or a seasoned in-house lawyer who has enjoyed the Sole Counsel role previously. Part-time 3 or 4 days per week with genuine on-boarding support At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
PART-TIME Sole Counsel / Head of Legal / Senior Legal Counsel role advising a newly formed leadership team reporting to the Group CFO - 3 or 4 days a week role (hybrid working - Birmingham 1-2 days per week) - Salary c. 100,000 pa FTE plus benefits First dedicated Sole Counsel role supporting the highly engaged executive leadership team on a range of matters - Commercial Contracting (service, supply, procurement, playbooks) - Regulatory & Compliance (GDPR, governance, insurance, H&S) - Operational matters (disputes, risk management, service performance) - Property (leases, access agreements, working with internal property matters) - Governance (Co Sec support) - Managing external counsel on specialist matters You will have 6+ years PQE with a strong commercial contracts background and in-house experience. You will enjoy variety, autonomy and building relationships right across a business. A business partnering approach will be key as you drive a culture change and shape legal processes moving forward helping to underpin revenue growth across a dynamic business. You will be a strong communicator, pragmatic and solutions focused. The business is in an asset-heavy industry so similar experience in infrastructure, utilities, engineering, automotive, logistics etc, will be helpful and an appetite to get on the high-viz and boots to learn about the sector. Given the opportunity to build your experience and drive the legal agenda, this is a unique opportunity for a senior legal counsel looking for greater autonomy with a forward thinking business or a seasoned in-house lawyer who has enjoyed the Sole Counsel role previously. Part-time 3 or 4 days per week with genuine on-boarding support At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
A global financial institution is seeking a Commercial and Tech Lawyer to join its growing legal team in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to advise on complex technology, outsourcing and commercial agreements while playing a key role in a major expansion of the bank's legal capabilities. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation with operations across retail, corporate and investment banking. Known for its innovation in technology and digital transformation, the organisation is heavily investing in its legal and technology infrastructure. It offers a high-performing yet collaborative culture, strong governance standards and clear career progression opportunities within a global organisation that operates at scale. Description The Commercial and Tech Lawyer will be: Drafting and negotiating complex technology and commercial contracts Advising on outsourcing, IT services and digital transformation projects Supporting stakeholders across technology, procurement and business teams Providing legal advice on regulatory, risk and compliance considerations Contributing to the development of legal frameworks supporting technology strategy Profile The Commercial and Tech Lawyer should be: A solicitor or equivalent with strong commercial contracts experience Experienced in technology, IT services or outsourcing agreements Comfortable advising on complex commercial arrangements within regulated sectors Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment Job Offer This permanent role offers a salary of up to £110,000 alongside a highly competitive benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. The organisation is currently investing heavily in expanding its legal team, offering excellent career development opportunities and exposure to complex technology and commercial projects within a global environment. If you're an experienced Commercial and Tech Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
A global financial institution is seeking a Commercial and Tech Lawyer to join its growing legal team in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to advise on complex technology, outsourcing and commercial agreements while playing a key role in a major expansion of the bank's legal capabilities. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation with operations across retail, corporate and investment banking. Known for its innovation in technology and digital transformation, the organisation is heavily investing in its legal and technology infrastructure. It offers a high-performing yet collaborative culture, strong governance standards and clear career progression opportunities within a global organisation that operates at scale. Description The Commercial and Tech Lawyer will be: Drafting and negotiating complex technology and commercial contracts Advising on outsourcing, IT services and digital transformation projects Supporting stakeholders across technology, procurement and business teams Providing legal advice on regulatory, risk and compliance considerations Contributing to the development of legal frameworks supporting technology strategy Profile The Commercial and Tech Lawyer should be: A solicitor or equivalent with strong commercial contracts experience Experienced in technology, IT services or outsourcing agreements Comfortable advising on complex commercial arrangements within regulated sectors Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills Able to operate effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment Job Offer This permanent role offers a salary of up to £110,000 alongside a highly competitive benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. The organisation is currently investing heavily in expanding its legal team, offering excellent career development opportunities and exposure to complex technology and commercial projects within a global environment. If you're an experienced Commercial and Tech Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
A global financial institution is seeking a Senior Market Data Lawyer to join its legal team in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to advise on complex market data and commercial arrangements within an investment banking environment while playing a key part in a major expansion of the organisation's legal capabilities. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation operating across investment, corporate and retail banking. Known for its strong regulatory standards, global reach and commitment to innovation in financial markets, the organisation continues to invest heavily in its legal and technology infrastructure. Employees benefit from a high-performing yet collaborative environment, strong leadership exposure and opportunities to work on sophisticated international projects within a regulated market. Description The Senior Market Data Lawyer will be: Advising on market data licensing and vendor agreements Drafting and negotiating complex commercial and technology contracts Supporting investment banking and trading teams on data usage matters Managing legal risk and regulatory considerations across data services Working closely with procurement, technology and compliance teams Profile The Senior Market Data Lawyer should be: A solicitor with strong commercial contracts experience Experienced advising on market data agreements within an investment bank Familiar with vendor licensing arrangements and financial market data services Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment Job Offer This permanent opportunity offers a salary of up to £110,000 alongside a competitive banking benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. As part of a wider recruitment drive within the legal team, the role offers excellent career development opportunities and exposure to complex, high-value financial market operations within a global institution. If you're an experienced Senior Market Data Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
A global financial institution is seeking a Senior Market Data Lawyer to join its legal team in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to advise on complex market data and commercial arrangements within an investment banking environment while playing a key part in a major expansion of the organisation's legal capabilities. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation operating across investment, corporate and retail banking. Known for its strong regulatory standards, global reach and commitment to innovation in financial markets, the organisation continues to invest heavily in its legal and technology infrastructure. Employees benefit from a high-performing yet collaborative environment, strong leadership exposure and opportunities to work on sophisticated international projects within a regulated market. Description The Senior Market Data Lawyer will be: Advising on market data licensing and vendor agreements Drafting and negotiating complex commercial and technology contracts Supporting investment banking and trading teams on data usage matters Managing legal risk and regulatory considerations across data services Working closely with procurement, technology and compliance teams Profile The Senior Market Data Lawyer should be: A solicitor with strong commercial contracts experience Experienced advising on market data agreements within an investment bank Familiar with vendor licensing arrangements and financial market data services Commercially minded with strong stakeholder engagement skills Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment Job Offer This permanent opportunity offers a salary of up to £110,000 alongside a competitive banking benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. As part of a wider recruitment drive within the legal team, the role offers excellent career development opportunities and exposure to complex, high-value financial market operations within a global institution. If you're an experienced Senior Market Data Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
A leading global financial institution is seeking an In-house Senior Market Data Lawyer to join its expanding in-house legal team in Manchester. This role focuses on advising the business on complex commercial and technology contracts, with a particular emphasis on market data. It's a fantastic opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders in a collaborative, high-performing legal function. Client Details Our client is a globally recognised financial institution operating at the forefront of banking, technology, and financial markets. With a strong reputation for innovation and responsible banking, the organisation invests heavily in its people, offering a supportive culture and excellent career progression opportunities. Known for its commitment to professional development, flexible working, and inclusive workplace initiatives, this is an employer that prioritises long-term career growth and employee wellbeing. Description The Senior Market Data Lawyer will be: Advising the business on a wide range of commercial and technology contracts. Supporting complex market data licensing arrangements with major vendors and exchanges. Negotiating and drafting agreements relating to technology, data services, and outsourcing. Partnering with internal stakeholders across technology, procurement, and operations. Contributing to the continued development of the organisation's commercial legal function. Profile The Senior Market Data Lawyer should be: A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years' PQE in commercial or technology law. Experienced in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts. Familiar with market data agreements, financial services contracts, or technology licensing. Comfortable advising senior stakeholders within a large organisation. Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Job Offer This role offers the opportunity to join a high-profile global organisation with an established and expanding in-house legal team. You'll work on complex, high-value commercial matters while developing expertise in the rapidly evolving market data and financial technology space. Alongside a competitive salary of £85,000 - £110,000, the organisation offers an excellent benefits package, strong work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and clear opportunities for career development within a global business.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
A leading global financial institution is seeking an In-house Senior Market Data Lawyer to join its expanding in-house legal team in Manchester. This role focuses on advising the business on complex commercial and technology contracts, with a particular emphasis on market data. It's a fantastic opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders in a collaborative, high-performing legal function. Client Details Our client is a globally recognised financial institution operating at the forefront of banking, technology, and financial markets. With a strong reputation for innovation and responsible banking, the organisation invests heavily in its people, offering a supportive culture and excellent career progression opportunities. Known for its commitment to professional development, flexible working, and inclusive workplace initiatives, this is an employer that prioritises long-term career growth and employee wellbeing. Description The Senior Market Data Lawyer will be: Advising the business on a wide range of commercial and technology contracts. Supporting complex market data licensing arrangements with major vendors and exchanges. Negotiating and drafting agreements relating to technology, data services, and outsourcing. Partnering with internal stakeholders across technology, procurement, and operations. Contributing to the continued development of the organisation's commercial legal function. Profile The Senior Market Data Lawyer should be: A solicitor or equivalent with 5+ years' PQE in commercial or technology law. Experienced in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts. Familiar with market data agreements, financial services contracts, or technology licensing. Comfortable advising senior stakeholders within a large organisation. Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Job Offer This role offers the opportunity to join a high-profile global organisation with an established and expanding in-house legal team. You'll work on complex, high-value commercial matters while developing expertise in the rapidly evolving market data and financial technology space. Alongside a competitive salary of £85,000 - £110,000, the organisation offers an excellent benefits package, strong work-life balance, flexible working arrangements, and clear opportunities for career development within a global business.
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Associate - Property Development Department: Real Estate - Residential Development Employment Type: Permanent Location: London Description Our London-based House Builders Team is looking for a 2-5 PQE lawyer to join the team. The work is exciting and varied, with a more generalist workload across Residential and Commercial Real Estate than would typically be expected. The team was bolstered by 2 Partners joining from one of the leading UK law firms and bringing with them a substantial pipeline of work. The team has since grown to 5, and have plans to grow further in the medium-term. You will have the opportunity to lead matters with an emphasis on build to rent, offices, data centres, co-living etc. with a focus on investment and development work across a variety of sectors. This will give you plenty of opportunities to develop and progress your career working in a team who will provide you with interesting, complex work. The candidate will work also closely with solicitors from our highly regarded national Real Estate team from other disciplines including, planners, construction, corporate, tax and property finance lawyers. Key Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating contracts dealing with all aspects of acquisition, development and disposals Carrying out and supervising due diligence and reporting Providing clients with focused legal advice with an appreciation of clients' commercial objectives Reporting to clients, communicating directly with them and building relationships Involvement in business development and assistance with client management. Assisting with writing articles and client updates At all times complying with client and firm protocols, financial management requirements and data protection requirements. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Strong educational background with at least a 2:1 in a Law-related degree A qualified solicitor with 2-5 PQE and experienced in Real Estate. Strong technical skills and an ability to understand and work through complex issues. A demonstrable ability to adopt a commercial perspective rather than an 'academic' approach to legal issues and to be highly client focused. Team oriented and collegiate. Confident communicator with an ability to develop relationships, undertake client marketing and influence at all levels. Strong organisation skills to ensure a pragmatic and methodical approach to handling a variety of Real Estate matters simultaneously.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Associate - Property Development Department: Real Estate - Residential Development Employment Type: Permanent Location: London Description Our London-based House Builders Team is looking for a 2-5 PQE lawyer to join the team. The work is exciting and varied, with a more generalist workload across Residential and Commercial Real Estate than would typically be expected. The team was bolstered by 2 Partners joining from one of the leading UK law firms and bringing with them a substantial pipeline of work. The team has since grown to 5, and have plans to grow further in the medium-term. You will have the opportunity to lead matters with an emphasis on build to rent, offices, data centres, co-living etc. with a focus on investment and development work across a variety of sectors. This will give you plenty of opportunities to develop and progress your career working in a team who will provide you with interesting, complex work. The candidate will work also closely with solicitors from our highly regarded national Real Estate team from other disciplines including, planners, construction, corporate, tax and property finance lawyers. Key Responsibilities Drafting and negotiating contracts dealing with all aspects of acquisition, development and disposals Carrying out and supervising due diligence and reporting Providing clients with focused legal advice with an appreciation of clients' commercial objectives Reporting to clients, communicating directly with them and building relationships Involvement in business development and assistance with client management. Assisting with writing articles and client updates At all times complying with client and firm protocols, financial management requirements and data protection requirements. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Strong educational background with at least a 2:1 in a Law-related degree A qualified solicitor with 2-5 PQE and experienced in Real Estate. Strong technical skills and an ability to understand and work through complex issues. A demonstrable ability to adopt a commercial perspective rather than an 'academic' approach to legal issues and to be highly client focused. Team oriented and collegiate. Confident communicator with an ability to develop relationships, undertake client marketing and influence at all levels. Strong organisation skills to ensure a pragmatic and methodical approach to handling a variety of Real Estate matters simultaneously.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded team in Leeds. This role offers exposure to a wide range of commercial matters including complex contracts, outsourcing projects and strategic advisory work for leading clients across multiple sectors. Client Details Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high quality legal services to corporate clients across the UK and globally. The firm is consistently recognised by the legal directories and they offer great career prospects alongside a competitive salary. Description The Commercial Solicitor will be: Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts Supporting major outsourcing, supply chain and strategic projects Advising clients on day to day commercial and contractual matters Working with clients across sectors including retail, manufacturing, sport, technology, public sector, education and industrial markets Supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex commercial transactions Building and maintaining strong client relationships Contributing to innovative legal delivery models and process improvements Profile The Commercial Solicitor should be: A solicitor with 2 to 6 years PQE in commercial law Experienced in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Comfortable advising clients on a broad range of commercial matters Commercially aware with strong client relationship skills Ties to Leeds Interested in working on large scale commercial projects and outsourcing arrangements Job Offer Competitive salary range of £73,000 - £80,000 GBP. 25 days of holiday leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Performance-based bonus scheme. Private medical insurance for your health and well being. 5% pension contribution scheme. Flexible hybrid working options.
Mar 12, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Solicitor to join a highly regarded team in Leeds. This role offers exposure to a wide range of commercial matters including complex contracts, outsourcing projects and strategic advisory work for leading clients across multiple sectors. Client Details Our client is a leading international law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high quality legal services to corporate clients across the UK and globally. The firm is consistently recognised by the legal directories and they offer great career prospects alongside a competitive salary. Description The Commercial Solicitor will be: Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts Supporting major outsourcing, supply chain and strategic projects Advising clients on day to day commercial and contractual matters Working with clients across sectors including retail, manufacturing, sport, technology, public sector, education and industrial markets Supporting partners and senior lawyers on complex commercial transactions Building and maintaining strong client relationships Contributing to innovative legal delivery models and process improvements Profile The Commercial Solicitor should be: A solicitor with 2 to 6 years PQE in commercial law Experienced in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Comfortable advising clients on a broad range of commercial matters Commercially aware with strong client relationship skills Ties to Leeds Interested in working on large scale commercial projects and outsourcing arrangements Job Offer Competitive salary range of £73,000 - £80,000 GBP. 25 days of holiday leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Performance-based bonus scheme. Private medical insurance for your health and well being. 5% pension contribution scheme. Flexible hybrid working options.
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts. Product supply and distribution, agency,logisticsand warehousing, supply chain, managed service contracts, agreements for IT (software licensing, SaaS, system integration projects etc), outsourcing agreements, facilities management, and consumer contract law. Intellectual property licensing and non-contentious intellectual property advice. Advice in respect bribery and modern slavery compliance. Advise clients on data protection compliance, including UK GDPR and other information and privacy law applicable to the UK. Manage intellectual property portfolios (trademarks) and handle IP disputes. Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, ensuringhigh levelsof client satisfaction. The team Our national Commercial IPCT group is recognised as "professional, responds quickly, and is accessible and knowledgeable" (Legal 500) and our regional based teams are fast gaining a leading reputation in the market for their ability to present innovative, client focused solutions. Working with a diverse client base, the team are very much seen and respected as trusted "in-house" legal advisors and are heavily involved in helping those clients achieve their commercial aims. With their market reputation continuing to grow and repeat/new work streams increasing, the team are looking for an experienced Senior Associate/ Legal Directorto join them. This opportunity will very much suit a lawyer who has had exposure to a range of commercial matters, including general commercial, IP, IT,procurementand projects. T he person Candidates will also have the following: Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with a current practising certificate. Minimum of7years' post-qualification experience. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and work effectively under pressure. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. High levelof professionalism and integrity. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. About Us The benefits With support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around our great development and progression opportunities will reward your commitment and loyalty. We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual performance with an opportunity to receive an annual bonus. In addition, we have a wide range of learning and development opportunities via our Learn platform to develop new skills and progress your career. Our My Flex comprehensive rewards package includes options covering annual leave (and the benefit of purchasing extra days), cycle to work, critical illness benefit, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, health care, season ticket loan and many more benefits (grade dependent). Finally, with Perks At Work/Home you can select a host of retail benefits that suit your needs alongside a Community Online Academy, free courses for all from fitness to coding to languages to hip hop dance. We are Gateley We are forward thinking and straight talking, our approach is to find solutions to the problems that our clients face. Gateley is a legal and professional services group, we are a group of formidable experts in all areas of law and business. Passionate problem solvers, we get our kicks from finding the right answers and getting our legal and business clients where they need to be. We support more than 5,700 active clients, ranging from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, in the UK and beyond. Being part of Gateley is not just about the expertise that you bring; it's about attitude too. The 'Gateley Story' is the story of our people and our culture. It is what has got us to where we are today as a successful business and it's the driving force behind the Gateley Team Spirit and the values that have shaped it. We have a set of shared internal values that capture what the Gateley Team Spirit is and this includes five elements that bind us all together as one Gateley: Ambitious for Success, Forward Thinking, Room to Breathe, Trusted to Do and Working Together. Every year across the group, we recognise members of our team that have gone and above and beyond and have lived these shared values. They are recognised at our annual Gateley Team Spirit awards. Diversity, inclusion and well being Diversity, inclusion and well being is an important part of Gateley's culture and values. We recruit talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures, providing equal opportunities for all to join our team regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture. We create an exciting and rewarding place to work that aims to fulfil everyone's potential and together to achieve personal and business goals. We offer flexible working patterns to help our staff achieve a good work/ life balance and we encourage candidates seeking flexibility in our next role to apply for any of our vacancies. We are proud to have been recognised by The Law Society as gold standard for our Diversity and Inclusion Charter and to be Stonewall Diversity Champions. Additional Information If you are successful in receiving an offer of a role with our company a variety of pre-employment screening checks will be completed. Our screening checks can include but are not limited to your eligibility to work, professional and academic qualifications, any criminal records, your financial stability and references from previous employers. The screening that takes place will be relevant to your role and will vary from role to role. Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Nottingham
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Burgess Hill, Sussex
Your new company A global leader in healthcare, committed to transforming patient experience globally. Due to business growth, we are looking to engage with Legal Counsel on a permanent basis with a focus on Digital, IT and Privacy law. Your new role As Legal Counsel, you will play a key part in supporting the digital, data and privacy agenda across the UK and wider global networks. This is a strategically important position, providing expert legal advice across a broad spectrum of commercial and digital matters while helping ensure the digital solutions remain compliant, ethical and future ready.You will act as the legal point of contact for the global Data, Digital and Privacy network, ensuring information flows effectively, and that guidance is aligned across the organisation. Your day to day work will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, managing disputes within your portfolio, monitoring legal developments across the UK and EU, and leading legal support on cross business projects. Ultimately, you will help shape the legal frameworks that underpin the digital transformation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales, bringing strong experience in digital, IT and privacy law. Ideally, you will have gained this within life sciences, technology, or another highly regulated environment.You will be a technically strong commercial lawyer, confident in managing complex issues independently and delivering clear, pragmatic advice. Solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts is essential, alongside an up to date understanding of UK and EU regulatory developments.Success in this role also relies on your ability to communicate clearly and collaboratively across diverse teams, translating complex legal matters into practical, accessible guidance. A proactive approach, openness to feedback, and a strong ethical compass will help you thrive. What you'll get in return You'll join a talented and supportive legal team within a business that places real value on innovation, integrity and patient impact. This is a chance to make a meaningful difference by influencing how digital healthcare evolves, while developing your expertise within a global, forward thinking organisation. Alongside a competitive package, you'll benefit from a culture that actively supports growth, inclusion and continuous improvement. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Your new company A global leader in healthcare, committed to transforming patient experience globally. Due to business growth, we are looking to engage with Legal Counsel on a permanent basis with a focus on Digital, IT and Privacy law. Your new role As Legal Counsel, you will play a key part in supporting the digital, data and privacy agenda across the UK and wider global networks. This is a strategically important position, providing expert legal advice across a broad spectrum of commercial and digital matters while helping ensure the digital solutions remain compliant, ethical and future ready.You will act as the legal point of contact for the global Data, Digital and Privacy network, ensuring information flows effectively, and that guidance is aligned across the organisation. Your day to day work will include drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, managing disputes within your portfolio, monitoring legal developments across the UK and EU, and leading legal support on cross business projects. Ultimately, you will help shape the legal frameworks that underpin the digital transformation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales, bringing strong experience in digital, IT and privacy law. Ideally, you will have gained this within life sciences, technology, or another highly regulated environment.You will be a technically strong commercial lawyer, confident in managing complex issues independently and delivering clear, pragmatic advice. Solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts is essential, alongside an up to date understanding of UK and EU regulatory developments.Success in this role also relies on your ability to communicate clearly and collaboratively across diverse teams, translating complex legal matters into practical, accessible guidance. A proactive approach, openness to feedback, and a strong ethical compass will help you thrive. What you'll get in return You'll join a talented and supportive legal team within a business that places real value on innovation, integrity and patient impact. This is a chance to make a meaningful difference by influencing how digital healthcare evolves, while developing your expertise within a global, forward thinking organisation. Alongside a competitive package, you'll benefit from a culture that actively supports growth, inclusion and continuous improvement. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
We are looking for an commercially minded Contracts Lawyer to join our Legal Team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in providing expert legal and procedural advice on contractual and procurement matters, while leading on high-quality contract drafting across the organisation. About the role In this role, you will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including JCT construction and bespoke agreements, while providing clear, pragmatic advice on contract and procurement matters. You will help manage legal risk, maintain robust governance processes and contract records, and support the continuous improvement of our in-house legal service. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will also deliver training, stay ahead of legal and regulatory developments, and collaborate with the wider Legal Team to ensure high-quality, business-focused legal support. Essential skills & experience Experience across a broad range of Contract Law matters including JCT construction contracts. Experience advising on Procurement Law and practice. Excellent drafting skills with strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly. Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office. Desirable Previous experience working within a housing association or public sector organisation. Qualifications Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (qualified to practise in England), or CILEx Level 6 (Fellow) To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the role profile. Please apply with a CV and covering letter, detailing how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria. Please note: The advertised salary includes a Local Job Supplement REEDTGP
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an commercially minded Contracts Lawyer to join our Legal Team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in providing expert legal and procedural advice on contractual and procurement matters, while leading on high-quality contract drafting across the organisation. About the role In this role, you will be responsible for drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial contracts, including JCT construction and bespoke agreements, while providing clear, pragmatic advice on contract and procurement matters. You will help manage legal risk, maintain robust governance processes and contract records, and support the continuous improvement of our in-house legal service. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation, you will also deliver training, stay ahead of legal and regulatory developments, and collaborate with the wider Legal Team to ensure high-quality, business-focused legal support. Essential skills & experience Experience across a broad range of Contract Law matters including JCT construction contracts. Experience advising on Procurement Law and practice. Excellent drafting skills with strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly. Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines. Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office. Desirable Previous experience working within a housing association or public sector organisation. Qualifications Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (qualified to practise in England), or CILEx Level 6 (Fellow) To find out more about the key responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the role profile. Please apply with a CV and covering letter, detailing how your skills and experience meet the essential criteria. Please note: The advertised salary includes a Local Job Supplement REEDTGP
A global financial institution is seeking 4 Commercial and Tech Lawyers to join its expanding legal team in Birmingham. These roles offer the opportunity to work on high-value technology, outsourcing and commercial agreements while supporting major strategic projects within a rapidly growing in-house function. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation with operations spanning retail, corporate and investment banking. Known for its strong governance standards and significant investment in technology and digital transformation, the organisation is currently expanding its legal capabilities to support evolving business needs. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, structured career development and the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects within an international environment. Description The Commercial and Tech Lawyer will be: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial and technology contracts Advising on outsourcing, IT services and digital transformation initiatives Supporting procurement and technology teams on large-scale projects Providing legal advice on regulatory compliance and risk management Working with senior stakeholders to ensure commercially sound legal solutions Profile The Commercial and Tech Lawyer should be: A solicitor with experience in commercial contracts Experienced in technology, outsourcing or IT services agreements Comfortable advising on complex commercial matters in regulated environments Commercially astute with strong stakeholder management skills Able to work effectively within a fast-paced, collaborative legal team Job Offer This permanent opportunity offers a salary of up to £85,000 alongside a competitive banking benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. As the organisation is currently expanding its legal function, these roles offer excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to work on large-scale technology and commercial initiatives within a global institution. If you're an experienced Commercial and Tech Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
A global financial institution is seeking 4 Commercial and Tech Lawyers to join its expanding legal team in Birmingham. These roles offer the opportunity to work on high-value technology, outsourcing and commercial agreements while supporting major strategic projects within a rapidly growing in-house function. Client Details The client is a globally recognised financial services organisation with operations spanning retail, corporate and investment banking. Known for its strong governance standards and significant investment in technology and digital transformation, the organisation is currently expanding its legal capabilities to support evolving business needs. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, structured career development and the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects within an international environment. Description The Commercial and Tech Lawyer will be: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial and technology contracts Advising on outsourcing, IT services and digital transformation initiatives Supporting procurement and technology teams on large-scale projects Providing legal advice on regulatory compliance and risk management Working with senior stakeholders to ensure commercially sound legal solutions Profile The Commercial and Tech Lawyer should be: A solicitor with experience in commercial contracts Experienced in technology, outsourcing or IT services agreements Comfortable advising on complex commercial matters in regulated environments Commercially astute with strong stakeholder management skills Able to work effectively within a fast-paced, collaborative legal team Job Offer This permanent opportunity offers a salary of up to £85,000 alongside a competitive banking benefits package including performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension contributions and flexible working arrangements. As the organisation is currently expanding its legal function, these roles offer excellent career progression opportunities and the chance to work on large-scale technology and commercial initiatives within a global institution. If you're an experienced Commercial and Tech Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.
