Commercial Associate - 2PQE+ - Manchester

Commercial Associate Opportunity | Manchester City Centre | Flexible/Hybrid Working 

 

Are you a Commercial Solicitor eager to take your career to the next level within a reputable organisation? Our client, a leading firm in Manchester, is seeking a talented Commercial Associate to join their dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a forward-thinking environment that values expertise, professionalism, and personal development.

 

About the Role
You’ll be given plenty of client responsibility whilst being part of a supportive and collaborative team – The team has a strong culture of collaboration, and transparency both with clients and colleagues. With a national presence with Solicitors across the UK, the team advice services in the health sector on a broad range of contractual, procurement, governance, regulatory and public law matters.
Responsibilities:

  • Drafting contractual terms and conditions including framework agreements, call-off terms, bespoke contracts, licensing arrangements and data protection documentation
  • Supporting the wider team on commercial and regulatory work on a broad range of day-to-day matters 
  • Assisting with mergers and acquisitions
  • Assisting with public procurement processes and procurement documentation 
  • Working with the wider office team to proactively promote and raise the profile of the firm, including attending networking events and participating in corporate social responsibility initiatives

 

The Ideal Candidate

  • Qualified Solicitor or equivalent
  • Proven experience working within commercial law
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team and develop relationships within the wider team 
  • Willingness to take responsibility and ownership of client work, with supervision as appropriate
  • Willingness to play a proactive part in business development and profile-raising activity
  • Positive attitude and interest in exploring and learning about new and unfamiliar legal areas

 

What's In It For You

  • Annual leave starting at 25 days
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Birthday privilege day and Christmas shutdown
  • Flexible pension scheme
  • Electric or hybrid vehicle lease scheme 
  • Enhanced family leave policies
  • Hybrid working and dress for your day policy
  • Bespoke training and development opportunities
  • Financial contribution towards home working equipment

 

If you are ready to take the next step in your commercial law career with a forward-thinking organisation, please contact Abbie Cragg, on 0161 871 4754, or via email at abbie.cragg@saccomann.com, to discuss this excellent opportunity further.