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Associate Commercial Lawyer - 4+ Years PQE - Portsmouth

England Permanent £50,000 - £65,000 per year View Job Description
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Associate Commercial Lawyer to join a highly regarded law firm in Portsmouth. Working alongside experienced commercial specialists, you'll advise a diverse client base on a broad range of business matters while enjoying genuine career progression within a diverse environment.
  • Join a respected regional firm with real progression
  • High-quality commercial work with strong client exposure

About Our Client

Our client is a long-established, multi-service law firm with an outstanding reputation across the South Coast. With over 150 years of history, the firm is recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice while maintaining a friendly, people-focused culture. The business places significant emphasis on staff development, internal progression and client care, creating an environment where talented lawyers can thrive and build long-term careers.

Job Description

The Associate Commercial Lawyer will be:

  • Advising businesses on a wide range of commercial contracts and transactions.
  • Assisting clients on business sales, acquisitions, restructures, and corporate matters.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
  • Contributing to business development initiatives and helping grow the commercial offering.

The Successful Applicant

  • A solicitor or equivalent with 4+ years' PQE in commercial and/or corporate law.
  • Experienced in advising commercial clients on contracts, business transactions, and general corporate matters.
  • Commercially minded with strong technical and drafting skills.
  • Comfortable managing client relationships and developing new business opportunities.
  • An excellent communicator who enjoys working as part of a wider team

What's on Offer

  • Varied salary and benefits package.
  • Hybrid working opportunities where appropriate.
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with additional office closure over Christmas.
  • Pension scheme and death-in-service benefit.
  • Healthcare cashback scheme, wellbeing scheme, private GP access, and counselling services.
  • Ongoing training, professional development.
  • Clear progression opportunities within a firm known for promoting and developing talent internally.
  • A friendly, diverse culture with regular social events, charity initiatives, and a genuine focus on work-life balance.
Contact
Sophie Greenaway
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7130101
Phone number
+441189337048

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Commercial
Sector
Business Services
Where
England
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sophie Greenaway
Consultant phone
+441189337048
Job reference
JN-102026-7130101