Solicitor
Corporate / Company Commercial
Manchester City Centre
£65000 - £90000

Senior Commercial Lawyer

Ref: 1937| Posted: 29th May 2025

Eventus Legal are seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer to join a successful team in the Manchester office of an award-winning commercial law firm. This is a permanent, full-time position offering hybrid working and flexible hours. The firm is offering an attractive package including a salary ranging from £65,000 to £90,000 depending on experience, 25 days holiday (+ bank holidays), healthcare scheme, private healthcare, life cover and more.

 

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Commercial Lawyer to work with this outstanding firm on an impressive portfolio of clients, including household names, on high-quality commercial work. Your key responsibilities in this role include:

  • Drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements
  • Managing matters including supply, distribution, agency, joint venture, IT, licensing, outsourcing and confidentiality contracts
  • Providing commercially focused legal advice to clients across multiple sectors
  • Maintaining strong client relationships and understanding individual business needs

The firm provide expert advice to clients across various sectors including technology, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, leisure and hospitality.

 

About You

You will be an experienced Commercial Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE and a solid foundation in commercial contracts. You will also demonstrate:

  • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
  • A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
  • Experience gained in private practice, in-house or a public sector legal team
  • The ability to manage your own caseload independently
  • Effective communication skills and commercial

While a following would be advantageous, it’s by no means essential, especially if you’ve developed solid commercial expertise in an in-house environment.

 

Benefits and Rewards

The firm is offering an excellent package for the Senior Commercial Solicitor with a salary up to £90,000 and benefits including:

  • 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid working
  • Death in service benefit – 3 x salary
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Salary sacrifice pension
  • Employee discount
  • Supportive and friendly team environment
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

 

About the Firm

This dynamic and award-winning commercial law firm has rapidly established itself as a leading alternative to traditional national practices. With multiple offices across the North West and a presence in London, the firm continues to expand its reach while maintaining a strong regional identity.

Recognised for its innovative approach, the firm were celebrated recently, winning a prestigious award recently, highlighting its significant impact on the regional legal landscape.

The firm's culture is built on collaboration, inclusivity, and a commitment to excellence. It fosters a supportive environment where professionals are encouraged to grow and contribute meaningfully to the firm's success.

With a focus on delivering high-quality, partner-led services, the firm offers a compelling opportunity for legal professionals seeking to advance their careers within a forward-thinking and supportive setting.

Having visited the offices and met with several partners, I can genuinely say this is an outstanding, progressive law firm attracting lawyers from incredibly well-established and global law firms to join their expanding team.

 

Next Steps

If you're looking to take the next step in your career and join a forward-thinking law firm, apply now.

To find out more about this Senior Commercial Lawyer role in Manchester, please send your CV to me, Nikki Phillips, at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or call 07530 737333 for a confidential discussion.

If this particular role isn’t quite right for you but you’re open to exploring other opportunities, feel free to get in touch – I’d be happy to talk through your career goals and how I can help.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.