Commercial Contracts Lawyer

Position: Commercial Contracts Lawyer 12 months
Commercial Contracts Lawyer
Uxbridge, London Hybrid
12-month Fixed Term Contract (Full Time)
£80,000 + benefits

We are partnering with a global organisation to appoint a Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join their international legal team on a 12-month fixed term contract, with a genuine view to this becoming a permanent role.
This position reports into the Director, Senior Counsel International and plays a key role within a collaborative Global Legal function, supporting the business on a wide range of commercial and operational matters.

The Role
You will provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal support across the organisation, working closely with colleagues in the UK and internationally. The role offers broad exposure to commercial contracting and the opportunity to be involved in key projects and strategic initiatives.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales or equivalent (e.g. Fellow of CILEx)
• At least 3 years PQE in commercial law
• Strong experience handling commercial contracts in a business-facing environment
• Confident advising stakeholders with a practical, solutions-driven approach
• Able to work independently while remaining highly collaborative
• Previous in-house experience within a large international organisation is desirable
• Experience with in retail or manufacturing environments would be an advantage

What We re Looking For

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Commercially minded, with the ability to translate legal risk into clear business advice
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts including MSAs, Statements of Work, supplier and distribution agreements, marketing and advertising services agreements, IT/software agreements and NDAs
• Advising the business on commercial risk and compliance matters
• Supporting day-to-day legal queries from internal stakeholders
• Working collaboratively with internal teams to ensure legal and regulatory requirements are met
• Supporting business-critical projects and transactions

Working Pattern

• Based in Uxbridge with excellent transport links and on-site parking
• Hybrid working model with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office
• Some international travel may be required

Applicants must be UK-based within a commutable distance to the Office in Uxbridge with the right to work in the UK