In House Commercial Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE)
hace 4 días
Cardiff
Reference: 4841912Job ID: 5422911Posted: 2026-11-02Closing date: 2027-02-01Location: Cardiff/HybridSalary: 45,000 - 65,000 (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Banking & Financial Services / In-house LegalCompany: HaysConsultant: Leila MansonHays office: Bristol — 2nd Floor, 3 Temple Quay, Temple Back EastPhone: 01173746300Email: Leila.Manson@hays.comYour New CompanyThis is an exciting opportunity to join a global provider of business intelligence and commercial data, helping organisations make informed decisions with confidence.. As the organisation continues to grow internationally, you’ll join a collaborative Legal team and work closely with colleagues across the wider business, providing practical legal support while helping to manage commercial risk and enable continued growth.Your New Role This is a broad and commercially focused Commercial Solicitor opportunity, with a particular emphasis on independently drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.Working closely with teams across Sales, Procurement, Product, Finance, HR and Operations, you’ll provide pragmatic legal advice and help the business progress commercial opportunities while effectively managing legal and regulatory risk.You’ll be responsible for:Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of customer, supplier, technology and partnership agreementsSupporting Sales with customer contract negotiations and providing advice on contractual terms and commercial riskAdvising on and negotiating third-party supplier agreementsProviding pragmatic advice on commercial and contractual matters, including contractual queries and disputesAdvising on data protection, privacy, regulatory and compliance mattersSupporting corporate projects, new product launches and strategic initiativesDeveloping and maintaining commercial contract templates, legal policies and internal processesCollaborating with stakeholders across Sales, Procurement, Product, Finance, HR and OperationsMonitoring relevant legal and regulatory developments and advising the business on their implicationsWhat You’ll Need to SucceedQualified solicitor in England & WalesProven commercial law experience gained either in private practice or in-houseSubstantial hands-on experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreementsAbility to independently manage customer and supplier contract negotiationsExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to explain legal issues clearly to non-legal colleaguesStrong commercial judgement and a practical, solution-focused approach to managing riskAbility to take ownership of matters, work independently and manage competing prioritiesThe following would be advantageous but are not essential:Experience within a technology, SaaS, financial services or data-driven businessKnowledge of data protection law, including UK GDPRPrevious experience working within an in-house legal teamWhat You’ll Get in ReturnYou’ll receive a salary of up to 65,000 per annum, alongside a company pension scheme and hybrid working, combining remote working with time at the Cardiff Gate offices. You’ll also benefit from professional development and career progression opportunities within a growing global organisation, as well as a collaborative and supportive working culture. Additional benefits include employee discounts, casual dress, an on-site canteen and free on-site parking. The role also offers the opportunity to contribute directly to commercial projects, new product launches and strategic initiatives within an international business.Ready to Make a Difference? If you’re a commercially minded solicitor looking to move into a broad in-house role where you can take ownership of commercial contracts and work closely with stakeholders across an international business, we’d love to hear from you.Please contact Leila Manson at Hays Legal for further information on this opportunity – leila.manson@hays.com.What You Need to Do Now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact us to discuss the opportunity.If this job isn't quite right for you but you are considering a new position, please get in touch for a confidential discussion about your career. #4841912 - Leila Manson