New Job Opening: Corporate Commercial Solicitor in Preston, UK

Job Description

Corporate / Commercial Law Fee Earner

Location: Preston

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Experience: 2+ years’ PQE (or equivalent corporate/commercial experience)

If you’re a Corporate / Commercial lawyer who enjoys variety, likes being close to the commercial decision-making, and wants a role where you can genuinely make an impact, this is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking team in Preston.

You’ll work across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, supporting business growth and compliance. The role has a strong contract focus, with exposure to corporate transactions, governance and IT-related legal issues including data protection, cybersecurity and technology licensing.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll be trusted to draft, review and negotiate key agreements, advise internal stakeholders, and help manage legal risk across the business. You’ll also support corporate transactions from start to finish and contribute to developing internal policies and processes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial agreements (including contracts with clients, suppliers and partners)

• Advising on corporate governance, compliance and regulatory requirements

• Supporting mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and other corporate transactions from inception to completion

• Working with internal teams to identify and manage legal risk in a practical way

• Advising on IT-related legal matters including data protection, cybersecurity and technology licensing agreements

• Conducting legal research to stay current on relevant laws and regulations

• Assisting with the development of internal policies and procedures to promote compliance across the business

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified lawyer with relevant experience in corporate and/or commercial law

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly

• Knowledge of IT law, including data protection, cybersecurity and technology licensing

• Proven ability to negotiate effectively and draft clear, comprehensive legal documents

• Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple matters at once

• Comfortable working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism

• Confident using IT tools and software relevant to legal research and document management

What’s On Offer

• 28 days’ holiday

• Private healthcare (with the option to add family at employee cost)

• Pension (matched contribution)

• Hybrid working where the role allows

• Life insurance

• Income protection

• 24/7 employee care helpline

• Discounted gym membership

• Cycle to work scheme

• Technology benefit scheme

• Travel loan

• Employee-funded dental scheme

• Offers and discounts platform

• Annual wellbeing programme

Working Arrangements

Full-time, permanent role based in Preston, with hybrid working available where the role allows.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.