Commercial Solicitor

Commercial / Technology Lawyer (4–7 PQE)

Location: Manchester / Remote (UK-wide)

Firm: International Law Firm

An international law firm is continuing its expansion into the UK market and is looking to appoint a Commercial / Technology Lawyer to join its growing team.

Having recently established its Manchester presence and already attracted a number of high-calibre hires, this is an excellent time to join a firm in a genuine growth phase.

The Role

This is a high-autonomy, client-facing position where you will advise a diverse and often international client base on a broad range of commercial and technology matters.

Your work will include:

• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Advising on SaaS, licensing, outsourcing and technology agreements
• Supporting clients on data protection and GDPR matters
• Providing practical, commercially focused legal advice to businesses
• Managing matters end-to-end and building strong client relationships

You will have the opportunity to take real ownership of your work while being part of a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

The Candidate

• 4–7 years’ PQE (UK-qualified or other common law jurisdictions considered)
• Background in private practice or in-house
• Strong experience in commercial contracts and technology matters
• Solid understanding of GDPR and data protection
• Experience working with international or cross-border clients is desirable
• Confident working autonomously and managing client relationships

Additional experience in AI, emerging technologies, or holding a privacy certification (e.g. CIPP/E) would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

• Join a growing international firm at an exciting stage of expansion
• High-quality, international client base
• Genuine autonomy and responsibility from day one
• Flexible working – open to largely or fully remote arrangements
• Opportunity to be part of building a presence in Manchester

This role would suit a commercially minded lawyer looking for something more dynamic than a traditional firm environment, with the opportunity to take ownership and play a key role in growth.