Corporate & Commercial Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE) | Nottingham | Hybrid | Legal 150 Firm
We are working with a leading Legal 150 law firm in the East Midlands who are looking to recruit a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor (NQ–4 PQE) to join their growing team in Nottingham.
This role has a clear leaning towards commercial contract work, making it an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who wants to build deep experience in high-quality commercial work, while also gaining exposure to selected corporate and broader business advisory matters.
It is ideal for someone who enjoys a commercial-focused caseload, values variety, and is open to working across different transactional and advisory workstreams within a supportive, well-established team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Drafting and negotiating a wide range of complex commercial contracts, including agency, distribution, franchising, and manufacturing agreements, Construction Agreements
- Advising on procurement, outsourcing, consultancy arrangements, IT projects, software licensing, and hosting agreements
- Supporting IP licensing, brand protection, and wider intellectual property-related commercial matters
- Assisting with selected corporate matters including joint ventures, shareholder agreements, investment arrangements, and share option schemes (including EMI schemes)
- Advising on corporate governance, directors’ duties, and regulatory compliance, including GDPR and wider data protection obligations
What we’re looking for:
- NQ–4 PQE solicitor with corporate and/or commercial experience
- Strong interest in commercial contracts is essential, with some exposure to corporate work beneficial
- A proactive, adaptable lawyer who enjoys a commercially driven and varied workload
- Someone confident working across different sectors and comfortable managing a busy, high-quality caseload
What’s on offer:
- £51,000 – £62,000 salary (flexible depending on experience)
- Hybrid working with flexibility on home/office split
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to buy or sell up to 5 days
- Private medical cover
- Life assurance (4x salary)
- Pension scheme
- Discounted gym memberships
- Healthcare cashback plan
- Online retail discounts
- Electric car scheme
- Free and discounted legal services
- Paid parking
- Enhanced maternity leave
If you’re considering a move, even if you’re just curious about what else is out there, I’d be happy to have a confidential conversation.
07383 821952
ellie.marshall@oculuslegalgroup.com
Know someone who might be a fit? We also offer a £500 referral voucher scheme for successful placements.
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