Commercial Associate/Managing Associate - 4 years plus PQE

Think Legal Recruitment

  • Leeds
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 24 days ago
Join a Tier 1-ranked Commercial team as a Technology and Outsourcing specialist. You'll advise FTSE 100 companies, major retailers, and energy providers on complex digital transformation projects, IT outsourcing, SaaS/cloud arrangements, and commercial contracts.Working on high-profile mandates, you'll lead transactions, manage client relationships, and mentor junior lawyers while contributing to the growing technology practice.What You'll DoLead technology, outsourcing and commercial contracts including digital transformation projects Negotiate IT and BPO outsourcing arrangements, SaaS/cloud contracts, and licensing agreements Handle large-scale and mid-market transactions as lead adviser or team member Develop long-term client relationships and support business development Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to knowledge sharing What You'll NeedEssential:4+ PQE in commercial and technology law Experience with IT outsourcing, SaaS/cloud, software licensing, or technology infrastructure agreements Strong client relationship and transaction leadership skills Strategic approach with ability to translate legal advice into commercial value Desirable:Sector experience in retail, energy, utilities, manufacturing, or digital health Knowledge of technology regulation (outsourcing rules, operational resilience, data protection) In-house experience or client secondmentsWhy Apply?Work in a high-performing, collegial environment with excellent career development prospects. The culture of improvement, growth and collaboration delivers results for FTSE 100 clients while rewarding ambition.You'll do high-calibre work with high-character colleagues in a supportive environment that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives.Ready for the challenge?To apply, please submit your CV to Kim Wilkes - kim@thinklegalrecruitment.comCompanyThink Legal Recruitment is a regional legal recruitment business recruiting at all levels of legal professionals throughout the North of England for private practice and in-house.What makes us different?We could highlight our integrity, our commitment to excellence and providing honest, reliable and informed advice. We could talk about our use of and investment in technology. For us, these are the basics that you can and should expect.Our difference lies in our people. It is their commitment and investment in candidates, clients, partner contacts and local market knowledge that sets us apart.Legal recruitment is a serious business and we take it seriously. That we strive to make the experience as enjoyable and open as possible is simply testament to our desire to build long-standing relationships.We love what we do and look forward to making a difference for you.Contact us on 0161 826 1411Company info Website Telephone 0161 826 1411 Location 2nd Floor
125 Deansgate
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M3 2BY
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