An international law firm is looking for a Commercial Lawyer (In House) to join their in-house legal function in their Birmingham office.
The ideal candidate for the Commercial Lawyer (In House) role will have a strong commercial awareness with a solid understanding of technology-related matters and demonstrable experience in data protection and privacy laws.
Key Responsibilities for the Commercial Lawyer (In House) role:
* Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements.
* Support and lead third-party negotiations and commercial deal structuring.
* Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, compliance obligations, and business strategies.
* Develop and maintain standard templates, policies, and internal guidance.
* Provide legal input on new product launches, partnerships, and use of third-party technologies.
* Ensure compliance with applicable laws including data protection, privacy, and regulatory frameworks.
* Contribute to the development of legal risk management frameworks and training programmes.
Key Requirements:
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 3–5 years’ PQE, ideally gained in-house or within a commercial team at a leading law firm.
* Strong experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
* High commercial awareness and the ability to align legal advice with strategic goals.
* Knowledge of data protection, privacy laws, and technology contracts preferred.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of a globally recognised law firm as a Commercial Lawyer (In House), providing strategic and practical legal support to stakeholders across the business.