Commercial Contracts Lawyer – Associate 2PQE+

5 days ago


Manchester, New Hampshire, United Kingdom Addleshaw Goddard Full time £60,000 - £120,000 per year

Join our Tier 1-ranked Commercial Contracts team in Manchester, advising FTSE 100 clients across sectors including tech, retail, sports, and financial services. Step into an Associate-level role and work alongside high-calibre colleagues on market-leading matters.

What You'll Do:


• Advise on the full lifecycle of commercial contracts for both customers and suppliers


• Prepare, negotiate, and manage a broad range of commercial agreements


• Take ownership of your own matters and demonstrate strong project management skills


• Collaborate with partners and manage associates on complex transactions


• Advise on general commercial contracts, IT, data protection, and intellectual property


• Work on high-value deals including SaaS, outsourcing, and IP protection


• Build strong client relationships and deliver tailored, pragmatic advice

Who We're Looking For:


• 2–5 years' PQE in commercial law, ideally with IP/IT experience


• Strong technical, analytical, and project management skills


• Commercial mindset and solutions-based approach


• Track record of excellent client service and financial performance


• Desire to lead on complex, large-scale transactions for sophisticated clients

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.

Interested? If this role sounds like your next career step, we'd love to hear from you. Click the Apply button to view the full role profile on our website and start your application



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