Commercial Contracts Associate – Manchester
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits
Experience level: 2–5 years’ PQE
A leading national law firm is seeking a talented Commercial Contracts Associate to join its highly regarded team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-quality, complex matters for major UK and international clients across a variety of sectors including retail and consumer, technology, financial services, sport, aviation, digital, manufacturing, and healthcare.
The Role
As a key member of the Commercial Contracts team, you will:
* Advise clients throughout the full lifecycle of commercial arrangements
* Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of contracts on both the customer and supplier sides
* Support partners and senior associates on larger transactions while managing your own matters
* Advise on general commercial, IT, data protection, and intellectual property issues
The team handles a broad mix of work including IT and business process outsourcing, SaaS and cloud arrangements, logistics, and IP protection and exploitation.
This is a collaborative, high‑performing group with an excellent reputation and a strong record for career development, including opportunities for client secondments.
About You
You will ideally bring:
* 2–5 years’ PQE gained in a commercial, IT, or IP‑focused practice (private practice or in‑house)
* Solid experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
* A strong commercial mindset and the ability to deliver pragmatic, solutions‑driven advice
* Excellent communication and client relationship skills
* A genuine interest in technology, IP, and commercial contracting
The Opportunity
This is a fantastic chance to join a Tier 1‑ranked commercial team known for its top‑tier work, supportive culture, and clear routes for progression. You’ll enjoy a balance of autonomy, collaboration, and exposure to cutting‑edge work for household‑name clients.
The firm offers:
* A flexible, hybrid working model
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Structured career development and mentoring
* A collaborative and inclusive working environment
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Louisa at Think Legal Recruitment on Louisa@thinklegalrecruitment.com.
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