Associate - Commercial Contracts PQE

Associate - Commercial Contracts - Birmingham (2-4 PQE)

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As a lawyer you enjoy a variety of work: regional to international and across practice groups. With us you grow your global mindset, put ideas into action and always have something new and different to get involved in.

The Commercial team is split into five work streams – Strategic Contracts, Technology, Intellectual Property, Data Privacy and Retail Finance. We are recruiting an Associate to join our Commercial team in Birmingham, focusing on Strategic Contracts.

• Advising a national team on a wide range of matters from high value, long term strategic arrangements to day‑to‑day business‑as‑usual matters and standard form contracts.
• Working with a wide range of private and public sector businesses across transport, utilities and industrial engineering on a local, national and international level.
• Providing commercial support for transactions undertaken by our corporate and real estate teams.
• Developing close working relationships with colleagues in different teams and offices throughout the business, learning from partners.
• Participating in structured business development activity, including writing client briefings and articles.

2‑4 years PQE with a solid foundation in contract law. Demonstrate detailed knowledge of different contract types, strong technical and drafting skills, and understanding of key legal, commercial and operational issues. Knowledge of specialist support matters (e.g. TUPE, data protection, competition law) is expected. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication across cultures and business development activity.

• Can manage multiple transactions simultaneously, working flexibly to tight deadlines.
• Delivers excellent client service, drives enthusiasm and works well as part of a team.
• Exhibits high quality technical and drafting skills with strong attention to detail.
• Uses research skills, precedents and external legal resources effectively.
• Builds strong relationships with colleagues in other practice groups, supports junior staff.
• Builds client relationships and new business opportunities.
• Is commercially aware and partakes in group training and development.

• Fair, transparent and equitable culture.
• Shared success and reward alignment to values.
• Flexible working policies supporting remote and hybrid arrangements.
• Comprehensive health, dental, wellness and insurance support.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion and a supportive workplace.
• Structured professional and personal training, mentoring and development.
• International and cross‑function exposure.
• Pro bono work and community engagement.
• Retirement planning, insurance and assurance support.

Eversheds Sutherland is proud of its inclusive culture. We move beyond talent to wellness and community, building a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you need flexible working arrangements or support, let us know during your application.

Eversheds Sutherland is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating a diverse workforce.