Role: Commercial Lawyer – Public & Private Sector
Location: Flexible within the UK
Start: ASAP | Duration: 4–6 months
Overview
We are seeking a commercial lawyer to provide legal support to business teams during a period of increased transactional volume. Responsibilities include advising on high-value contracts, supporting bids, resolving complex contractual issues, and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead on complex, high-value commercial transactions
* Provide pragmatic legal guidance on bids, disputes, and governance matters
* Coordinate with internal teams and external counsel to manage legal risks and ensure contract compliance
* Contribute to strategic projects and legal process improvements
* Serve as a point of contact for stakeholders, offering legal and commercial insights
* Ensure activities comply with regulatory, competition, and internal policies
Experience & Skills
* Qualified lawyer (2+ PQE) with strong experience in commercial contracts
* Experience in telecoms/technology sectors and public sector procurement is preferred
* Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
* Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
* Business-minded, pragmatic, and detail-oriented
About Elevate
Elevate provides consulting, technology, and services to law departments and law firms worldwide. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our team of over 1,600 legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the US, Europe, UK, Asia, Hong Kong, and Australia.
ElevateFlex is our flexible resourcing capability, supporting a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match exceptional legal professionals to our clients' evolving needs through a global community of talent and advanced search technology. We are proud to be rated in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category.
Our Vision
We envision a world where legal and business teams achieve extraordinary outcomes together.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At ElevateFlex, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are key to our success. We are committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds and fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone can bring their whole selves. We aim to attract, retain, and celebrate the industry’s most talented people, knowing that diversity drives innovation and good business.
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