Commercial Solicitor (Interim)
Posted 2 weeks ago by LHH
£55 Per hour
Undetermined
Remote
Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Interim Senior Commercial Services Solicitor involves providing legal advice and support on a variety of commercial contracts for a leading UK law firm. The position is remote and requires a qualified solicitor with over 8 years of experience in commercial law. The successful candidate will engage with clients across multiple sectors and mentor junior team members. This is a three-month contract offering flexible working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advising on, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts.
- Handling agency, distribution, and franchising agreements.
- Managing B2B and B2C terms and conditions.
- Overseeing technology contracts, including software licensing and cloud services.
- Dealing with construction and engineering contracts.
- Providing strategic legal advice and leading client engagements.
- Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
Key Skills:
- Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 8+ years PQE in commercial contracts.
- Strong experience across sectors including tech, construction, and engineering.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
- Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision.
- Experience mentoring junior lawyers is a plus.
- Knowledge of data protection and consumer law is desirable.
Salary (Rate): £55.00/hr
City: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: Legal
Interim Senior Commercial Services Solicitor (3-Month Contract)
Location: Remote (UK-based) | Contract Type: Interim (3 months) | Start Date: ASAP
PQE: 8+ years | Flexible/Part-Time Considered
A leading UK law firm with a top tier commercial and IT practice is seeking an experienced Commercial Services Solicitor for a three-month interim assignment . This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team and work on a diverse range of commercial matters across multiple sectors.
The Role
You will be responsible for advising on, drafting, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, including:
- Agency, distribution, and franchising agreements
- B2B and B2C terms and conditions
- Technology contracts (e.g., software licensing, SaaS, cloud services)
- Construction and engineering contracts (JCT, NEC)
- Procurement and outsourcing agreements
You’ll also provide strategic legal advice, lead client engagements, and support junior team members.
What We’re Looking For
Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 8+ years PQE in commercial contracts
Strong experience across a range of sectors including tech, construction, and engineering
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client relationship skills
Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision
Experience mentoring junior lawyers is a plus
Knowledge of data protection and consumer law is desirable
Additional Advantages
Background in public procurement or in-house legal roles
Familiarity with sectors such as healthcare, education, or public services
Why Apply?
Join a highly regarded, collaborative team with a national client base
Work with clients including tech firms, universities, and public sector bodies
Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options
Competitive day rate and supportive working environment
This is a contract role ideal for a senior solicitor seeking flexibility and the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team on a short-term basis.