Job Description:

Commercial Solicitor

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Join Our Commercial Team

Slater Heelis is an award-winning, full-service law firm known for delivering exceptional client service, technical expertise, and a people-first culture. We are seeking a Commercial Solicitor to work alongside our Head of Department, helping to shape the team and drive its continued growth and success. 

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking to work on a broad range of commercial matters, advising a diverse client base while developing their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

You will advise on a broad range of commercial matters, working closely with businesses at every stage of their growth, from owner-managed businesses and SMEs to larger corporate organisations.

Your work will include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements
• Advising on supply, distribution, agency and service contracts
• Providing commercial support on corporate transactions
• Assisting clients with business-to-business arrangements and risk management
• Advising on terms and conditions, trading arrangements and commercial policies
• Advising on and drafting technology agreements - SaaS, PaaS, Cloud Services and software/application development
• Supporting clients with data protection, data transfers and data compliance matters
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through practical, commercially focused advice
• You will also play an active role in business development initiatives, networking activities and supporting the continued growth of the team.

About You

We are looking for a solicitor who:

• Has experience advising on commercial law, IT/Tech, and non-contentious intellectual property matters
• Demonstrates excellent technical drafting and negotiation skills
• Can confidently manage a varied workload and provide pragmatic commercial advice
• Has excellent client-facing and communication skills
• Enjoys building networks and contributing to business development activities
• Is commercially aware, proactive and solutions-focused
• Thrives in a collaborative team environment

Why Slater Heelis? 

At Slater Heelis, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We offer:

• High-quality and varied commercial and technology work
• A supportive and inclusive culture
• Clear opportunities for progression and career development
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A strong commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance

Build Your Career with Us

If you are looking to further your commercial law career with a firm that combines legal excellence with a genuinely supportive culture, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact our Talent Acquisition team for a confidential discussion.

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