Commercial Senior Associate - #1701248
William James Recruitment
About the Job
We are pleased to present this exciting opportunity to join a top-tier national law firm.
Commercial Senior Associate – Leeds – Salary up to £95k
The Firm
An award-winning, values-driven law firm renowned for its client-centric approach and supportive culture is seeking a talented Commercial Senior Associate to join their Leeds office.
With a reputation for delivering innovative and business-critical solutions, the firm supports some of the world’s most exciting and ambitious businesses. Their impressive client portfolio spans global brands and FTSE 100/250 companies, offering a wide variety of stimulating and high-profile work.
The firm is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where employees thrive and excel. Recognised with ‘a top Investors in People accreditation.
The Commercial Group is widely regarded as a market leader, known for its expertise in handling cutting-edge commercial and technology projects. They work across key sectors, including automotive, retail, tech, and life sciences, providing innovative solutions for complex legal challenges.
The Role
The firm is looking for an experienced and driven Commercial Senior Associate (3+ years’ PQE) to play a key role in delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advising on a wide range of commercial contracts, outsourcing projects, and technology-related matters.
- Working with a diverse client base, including international businesses and household names, to deliver innovative solutions.
- Leading on complex, high-value matters, providing strategic advice on business-critical issues.
- Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.
- Potential opportunities for client secondments to enhance commercial understanding and client relationships.
This role offers a unique blend of top-quality work, a supportive culture, and excellent prospects for career progression.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
- A minimum of 3 years’ PQE in Commercial/Technology law.
- A strong track record of advising on complex commercial and technology matters.
- Excellent client management and communication skills.
- A proactive and commercially-minded approach to problem-solving.
- The ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing their own workload.
The Benefits
- Salary up to £95k
- Competitive benefits package
- Generous bonus structure
- 25 days annual leave package plus bank holidays and Christmas
- Company Pension
- Travel & Medical Insurance
Apply in the strictest of confidence
Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Corporate & Commercial)
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525
E-mail: **************@williamjamesrecruitment.com
WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT
William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.
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