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Associate​/Managing Associate-Commercial

Job in Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: CRA Legal
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-30
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Legal Counsel, Business Law
Job Description & How to Apply Below

About the Role

A leading International law firm is seeking an Associate or Managing Associate (4+ PQE) to join its Tier 1-ranked Commercial practice, specialising in Technology, Outsourcing and IT. This is a rare opportunity to be at the forefront of large-scale, high-value commercial and digital transformation projects for a prestigious client base. Working closely with FTSE 100 companies, household-name retailers, energy providers, utilities, industrials and manufacturers, you will deliver cutting-edge legal solutions where technology, outsourcing and regulatory change converge.

You will play a key role in advising on strategic sourcing and digitalisation mandates, whilst also mentoring junior team members and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. This is a dynamic and forward-looking team offering both challenge and opportunity, as the group continues to grow to meet increasing client demand for complex technology, data, outsourcing and transformation advice.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and support on a wide range of commercial technology matters, including IT and BPO outsourcing, SaaS/cloud agreements, licensing and large-scale transformation projects.
  • Act as a trusted adviser to clients, providing clear, commercially focused legal advice on high-value, complex contracts.
  • Manage client relationships directly, building long-term partnerships and identifying opportunities for further collaboration.
  • Handle a diverse caseload of both major and mid-market commercial transactions.
  • Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members, sharing expertise and contributing to knowledge growth within the team.
  • Support business development and thought leadership initiatives, enhancing the team's market profile.
About You

You will be a commercially astute lawyer with a strong background in IT, technology and outsourcing work.

Essential requirements:

  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 4+ years' PQE in commercial/technology law
  • Proven experience advising on IT outsourcing, SaaS/cloud, licensing, or technology infrastructure agreements
  • Ability to lead on complex transactions and manage multiple work streams to tight deadlines
  • Strong relationship-building skills with a consultative, client-focused approach
  • Strategic thinker able to translate legal advice into commercial outcomes

Desirable experience:

  • Sector knowledge in retail & consumer, energy/utilities, industrial/manufacturing, or digital health
  • Familiarity with regulatory issues impacting technology contracting (e.g. outsourcing rules, operational resilience, data protection)
  • In-house or secondment experience demonstrating sound commercial judgment
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • High-quality, complex and high-profile work with major national and international clients
  • Opportunity to contribute to market-leading technology and outsourcing projects
  • Clear career progression within a growing and ambitious practice
  • A collaborative, supportive team culture with excellent mentoring and development opportunities
  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements
How to Apply

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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