In-house Commercial Solicitor
Sacco Mann has been instructed to recruit for an exciting and unique opportunity to join the in-house legal team of a leading regional Legal 500 firm. This role, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, is within a small team of three, and they are seeking a Commercial Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar in-house role or be looking to transition from private practice to their first in-house position.
As part of this dynamic in-house team, you will collaborate closely with senior stakeholders across the firm, including fee earners and business services teams. Your key responsibilities will involve reviewing commercial agreements such as supplier contracts, software licenses, framework agreements, and engagement terms, identifying any potential legal or commercial risks, and ensuring compliance with firm policies and procedures.
You will work alongside two other solicitors who handle a wide range of general legal and regulatory matters, including SRA compliance, claims, complaints, insurance, professional conduct, financial conflicts, confidentiality, and data protection.
The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with upwards of 2 years PQE, having experience in a commercial department, either in private practice or in-house. A solid understanding of SRA standards, guidance, and regulations is essential. You should also have practical experience reviewing and advising on data protection provisions, including data breaches and subject access requests.
In addition to your technical skills, you'll need strong analytical abilities and the capacity to work logically through complex issues while managing risk effectively.
This role offers hybrid working arrangements (two days in the office and three from home) along with a comprehensive benefits package.
If you are interested in this In-House Commercial Solicitor role in Newcastle Upon Tyne, then please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on 0113 467 9786 to find out more information or if you’ve a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.
*Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.