Senior Commercial Lawyer — Flexible Hours & Public Impact

NW Legal Consortium; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional authority in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to support legal services and manage funding arrangements. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with 4+ years PQE, possessing strong negotiation skills and strategic awareness. Responsibilities include managing complex legal agreements and supporting economic growth through legal frameworks. Competitive salary and extensive benefits including flexible working, generous holiday entitlement, and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Free travel around Liverpool City Region

Flexible and hybrid working

Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate discounts at gyms

Bike to Work Scheme

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Typically 4+ years PQE, open to exceptional candidates with less experience.
• Experience in complex legal agreements is essential.
• High level of strategic awareness required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Strategic Investment Fund for sustainable economic growth.
• Manage grant and loan funding arrangements and subsidy control.
• Handle a wide range of in-house legal matters.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Confident communication

Proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Ability to influence stakeholders

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister or CILEX lawyer (England & Wales)

Job description

A regional authority in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to support legal services and manage funding arrangements. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor or barrister with 4+ years PQE, possessing strong negotiation skills and strategic awareness. Responsibilities include managing complex legal agreements and supporting economic growth through legal frameworks. Competitive salary and extensive benefits including flexible working, generous holiday entitlement, and professional development opportunities are offered.