Associate – Commercial - Digital and Sourcing

Browne Jacobson LLP; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent UK-based law firm is seeking a dynamic solicitor for their Tech and Projects practice in Nottingham. The role entails providing expert legal advice and negotiating digital contracts across various sectors such as government and financial services. Candidates should possess substantial experience in commercial law, robust negotiation skills, and an ability to meet the diverse needs of clients. The firm promotes professional growth and diversity in its workforce.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in a busy TMT or projects practice.
• Strong technical expertise in financial services and insurance.
• Knowledge of privacy law and public sector procurement rules.
• Robust negotiation skills to handle multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal and commercial advice on digital procurements.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements.
• Maintain strong client relationships and visibility.
• Contribute to business development and sector engagement.

Skills

Legal and commercial advice

Drafting and negotiating agreements

Negotiation skills

Project management

Technical expertise in TMT

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Associate – Commercial - Digital and Sourcing

Vacancy type Experienced hires

Scheme Lawyer

Level Mid

Business area Business Services

Duration Permanent

Hours Full time

Location Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham

Reference number LD0126

Job title Associate – Commercial - Digital and Sourcing

Team Commercial

Vacancy owner Linzi Durham

At Browne Jacobson, we’ve always worked across business and society, and this expertise sets us apart. Social and environmental impact are at the top of our business agenda. We champion fairness, make the complex simple and forge connections between clients to find creative solutions. This is how we improve outcomes for every person, community and business we serve.

With offices in Birmingham, Cardiff, Dublin, Exeter, London, Manchester and Nottingham, we’re a UK & I based law firm with an international reach. Our sectors include: health; real estate and construction; education; energy and infrastructure; financial services; government; insurance; manufacturing and industrials; and retail, consumer and logistics.

We nurture talent at all levels and from every background and celebrate what makes people individuals. Law needs all voices to reflect the society it serves which is why all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, social economic background or age.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role

Are you ready to be at the forefront of technology and legal innovation? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced solicitor to join our thriving Tech and Projects practice in Nottingham, with opportunities to collaborate across our network, including our London office. This pivotal role aligns with our strategic vision to expand and cement our position as a market leader and preferred adviser in the tech legal landscape.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in advising, drafting, and negotiating a spectrum of digital contracts—from software licenses to comprehensive project agreements for significant business transformations. Your expertise will primarily support sectors such as central government, financial services, insurance, automotive, and health. Additionally, you will provide ad hoc general commercial advice, thriving in a fast-paced and dynamic environment to meet the diverse needs of our prestigious client base.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal and commercial advice on digital procurements, including IT, IP, and data protection issues.
• Draft and negotiate complex commercial agreements and financial documents.
• Handle intricate service level and credit arrangements, implementation, transition, and exit strategies.
• Maintain strong client relationships and visibility across the team.
• Contribute to business development, including sector engagement and thought leadership.

Who We Are Looking For:

• A solicitor with substantial experience particularly in a busy TMT or projects practice.
• Strong technical expertise in advising on major projects in public or private sectors, especially within financial services and insurance.
• Knowledge of privacy law, intellectual property, TUPE, public sector procurement rules, and FCA/PRA frameworks is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Robust negotiation skills and the ability to handle multiple matters simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• A proactive team player with a commitment to professional growth and development.

Note to agencies:

We request that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs unless specifically instructed to do so by the recruitment team. Please be aware that any speculative CVs sent by agencies without direct invitation from the recruitment team will not be recognised as represented by the agency and will be considered a gift.