Commercial Solicitor | Commercial & Technology
Leading L500 & Chambers recognised

A highly regarded, forward thinking law firm is looking to appoint a Commercial Solicitor to join its established Commercial and Technology team based in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse and international client base, including global organisations with UK and EMEA operations, mid market UK businesses, and fast growing entrepreneurial companies. The team frequently acts as external legal counsel, providing day to day commercial advice to US owned businesses operating across the UK and Europe.
The role offers exposure to a broad mix of high quality commercial work, often with an international dimension, and a strong focus on the technology and digital sectors.

The role
You will advise on a wide range of commercial matters, including drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts and supporting clients with strategic, business focused legal advice. The work will include:
Commercial contracts including manufacturing, distribution and outsourcing agreements
Technology matters such as SaaS, cloud solutions, AI, and software development agreements
Digital media and ecommerce
Consumer law, marketing and advertising
Data protection, data licensing and commercialisation
Intellectual property protection and exploitation
Supporting corporate transactions including acquisitions and restructures

The candidate
You will have strong commercial training and experience, with a solid grounding across core areas such as contract law, data protection, intellectual property and consumer law.
You should also demonstrate:
Experience drafting, negotiating and advising on commercial agreements and risk
A genuine interest in technology, digital media and data driven businesses
Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical advice
A commercially minded and pragmatic approach
Confidence managing matters and building client relationships appropriate to your level of PQE
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively across teams
A proactive approach to learning, development and business development

The team
You will join a close knit and supportive team comprising partners, senior lawyers and junior fee earners, offering excellent supervision, mentoring and opportunities for progression.

The firm
The firm is recognised in leading legal directories and is known for its strength across commercial, technology and corporate work. It offers a genuinely supportive and modern working environment, with a strong emphasis on flexibility, collaboration and long term career development.

Benefits
The firm offers a competitive benefits package including:
Generous holiday plus birthday leave
Private medical insurance
Life assurance
Pension with employer contribution
Flexible hybrid working
Wellbeing initiatives and charity days
Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
Regular social events and a friendly, inclusive culture

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercial solicitor looking to develop their career within a high quality team working on cutting edge commercial and technology matters.

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