Commercial Associate

Commercial Contracts Solicitor (4+ PQE to Partner Level)

We’re growing our Commercial Contracts, IP & Technology Team at Field Seymour Parkes LLP and are looking for a talented, experienced solicitor to join us – either as a future partner or someone ready to step into that role now.

This is a key strategic hire to provide senior-level support to the Team Leader, to support the growth of the wider firm and to help shape the future of our Commercial Contracts practice.

If you have 4+ years’ PQE (or equivalent experience) and are looking for a role with clear career progression – including genuine partnership opportunities – this could be the ideal next move.

The Role

You will be working in our Commercial, IP and Technology Team which forms part of our wider Business Services Team.

We’re looking for someone with broad experience across:

• Commercial contracts
• Intellectual property
• Data protection

We can also tailor the role to incorporate any specialisms or areas you’d like to develop further.

You’ll have the confidence and ability to manage your own caseload independently while also contributing to the growth and development of the team through mentoring and supervision.

What We’re Looking For

• A commercially-minded solicitor with a pragmatic, solution-focused approach
• Strong experience in commercial contracts, with complementary knowledge of IP and data protection
• Comfortable working with a wide range of clients, from start-ups to multinationals, across sectors (notably technology and automotive)
• Able to balance legal precision with real-world practicality – our clients value clarity, not just theory
• A proactive attitude to business development and relationship-building
• Willingness to support and supervise junior team members
• Someone who adapts their communication and service delivery to suit each client’s needs

Recent Work Highlights

• Advising an international technology supplier on a major public sector contract
• Helping a fast-growing medtech company build its legal infrastructure, including IP protection and MSAs
• Drafting and negotiating a €4.5m+ medical device distribution agreement across Europe
• Urgent advice on a high-stakes data protection breach involving sensitive financial data
• Preparing influencer and brand ambassador agreements with high-profile talent

Who We Work With

Our client base includes a diverse mix of major international brands and SMEs. Examples of clients we can name publicly, include:

Volvo, Honda, Whistl, HR Wallingford, North Tech, Clearway Group, Operational Solutions

Your Development at FSP

We’re committed to your personal and professional growth. Through our bespoke FSP Lawyer Framework, we support development across six key competencies, focusing not only on legal expertise but also on the broader skills required of a modern lawyer. We also offer funded formal training where appropriate, with genuine opportunities for progression. If the successful candidate doesn’t join us as a partner, we will be committed to helping them achieve that goal.

What We Offer

• A genuinely collaborative and inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
• High-quality, engaging work with clear progression routes
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office per week)
• Core working hours for greater flexibility
• Full-time or part-time working
• Bright, modern offices in central Reading, just minutes from the train station

Ready to hear more?

If you're looking for a role where your career can genuinely progress, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your experiences to date.