Managing Associate

Commercial IT & Data Managing Associate 6+PQE - Birmingham (Open to Manchester) - Salary up to £120k The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior or Managing Commercial Associate (6+ PQE) to join a nationally connected IT & Data practice
, working on high-profile and cutting-edge commercial and technology matters.

This role offers exposure to a variety of IT, technology, and data protection projects, including:

• Advising on data protection compliance, AI, and emerging technologies
• Technology licensing and IT contract arrangements
• Supporting clients on complex commercial contracts with technical or digital elements
• Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues on drafting, compliance, and due diligence

You will be trusted to lead matters from an early stage, contribute to business development initiatives
, and help shape the growth of the team.

This role offers the chance to build your own practice within a supportive, forward-looking environment and gain exposure to a diverse and high-profile client base
, including mid-market corporates, technology businesses, government departments, sports bodies, higher education institutions, charities, and healthcare organisations.

You can expect:

• Ownership of high-value IT, data, and technology matters
• Exposure to national and cross-sector commercial projects
• Mentoring and supervision responsibilities
• Opportunities to lead business development and client engagement initiatives
• A clear framework for career progression and long-term growth

You will join a national IT, Data & Commercial team collaborating across multiple regional offices.

The team advises on:

• IT and technology contracts, including licensing, SaaS, and cloud arrangements
• Data protection compliance, privacy, and AI-related matters
• Commercial agreements with technical or digital elements
• Training and support for clients on IT, data, and regulatory issues

The culture is supportive, collaborative, and innovative
, encouraging team members to bring ideas forward, develop their own expertise, and contribute to the growth of the team.

• Leading and managing high-value IT, technology, and data protection matters
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial and technology agreements
  
  Providing pragmatic, commercial advice on emerging technology and data protection issues
• Supervising, supporting and mentoring junior associates
  
  Engaging in business development, client training, and marketing initiatives
• Supporting project delivery and managing client relationships across multiple sectors

You’ll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 7+ years’ PQE
, ideally gained within a large regional, national, or international firm.

You will bring:

• Strong technical knowledge of IT, data protection, and commercial law
• Experience leading complex technology and digital matters
• Commercial awareness and ability to provide practical, business-minded advice
• Excellent client relationship skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Leadership experience and interest in mentoring junior colleagues
• Ability to contribute to business development and team growth

This role is ideal for a senior lawyer ready to take ownership of complex IT and data projects, develop a visible profile, and progress into partnership
.

• Salary up to £120k
• Generous bonus structure
• 25 days annual leave package plus bank holidays
• Company Pension
• Private Travel & Medical Insurance

Apply in the strictest of confidence

E-mail: dominika.hold