Commercial Contracts Solicitor - Part Time Role

A leading UK building society is seeking a Commercial Contracts Solicitor for a 12-month fixed-term contract leading to a permanent role. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to lead on commercial and contract law matters, providing strategic legal advice and upskilling teams within a supportive environment. Client Details Join a large building society, boasting over 400,000 members and a heritage spanning more than 175 years. As a mutual, it prioritises customer-centric values and has been recognised with 'Best Customer Service' awards. Employees benefit from a culture that values development, diversity, and well-being, making it an employer of choice in the financial services sector Description The Commercial Contracts Solicitor will be: Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts Providing legal and strategic advice to the legal and wider business Ensuring all contracts comply with local, regulatory, and national laws Conducting legal research and staying updated on relevant legislation Collaborating with departments to align contracts with business strategy Delivering training on contractual and legal matters Mentoring and upskilling team members in contracts and litigation Performing other duties as necessary within the legal function Profile The Commercial Contracts Solicitor should be: A solicitor or equivalent with a minimum of 4 years' PQE in commercial contract law Experienced in drafting, negotiating, and advising on commercial contracts Knowledgeable in contract and commercial law Excellent in communication and negotiation skills Capable of managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines Ideally experienced with FCA and PRA regulations Job Offer This role offers a competitive pro-rata salary of £70,000, with flexible working arrangements of 3-4 days per week and a hybrid setup requiring 1-2 days in the office. Benefits include: Holiday entitlement of 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of holiday each year 2 paid volunteering days annually Pension scheme with up to 10% Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies Life assurance at 4 times salary Performance-related pay scheme and annual pay review Private medical insurance with options to include family members Salary Sacrifice Electric/Hybrid Car Scheme Access to a range of benefits through Perkbox A supportive culture that values work-life balance and employee well-being If you're an experienced Commercial Contracts Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

Location: Birmingham, GB

Posted Date: 5/13/2025