Commercial Lawyer

4 months ago


Bristol, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time
Associate/ Senior Associate

Are you looking for an opportunity to cast your net even wider?
Are you a Commercial Lawyer, keen to work on pioneering, high-profile matters alongside industry leaders? Would you like to be part of a culture that values innovation, excellence and collaboration?

Our Commercial Lawyers are dedicated to delivering practical advice and possess extensive expertise in advising clients, primarily in the private sector, but also some public sector work. The Commercial team have built a reputation for advising on complex legal matters and thrive on high profile and groundbreaking projects.

The Team

Our work requires us to have an appreciation of the legal issues and the underlying commercial objectives. As a consequence, we have a highly developed understanding of our clients' industry sectors which include retail, food & drink, media, sport, hotels, leisure, healthcare, financial services and more.

For more information on the wider Commercial Team - .
Here are the key contacts in the Bristol office:

The Work

Our work includes the following: 

drafting and advising on commercial contracts e.g. distribution and agency agreements, and franchise arrangements negotiating commercial contracts providing regulatory advice e.g. consumer contracts support for broader transactions e.g. hive-downs

Our team cover a wide range of advice across commercial contracts and regulatory, we attract high quality national and international clients. Our commercial clients include John Lewis // Virgin // Waitrose // Yeo Valley.

This vacancy would be suitable for Commercial Lawyers who have experience and an interest in commercial contracts.

What you'll need Relevant experience working on non-contentious commercial contracts Be a strong team player, with excellent interpersonal skills Able to manage a complex and varied workload effectively Be self-motivated and willing to learn Experience of leading others to develop their skills and knowledge. Must be a SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer Working at Burges Salmon

and find out more about the .

We're committed to finding the right person for this role and we're open to discussing flexible working, full time or part time working patterns.

It's important to us that our organisation represents the diverse community in which we operate and we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities. As a Disability Confident employer we will provide a fully accessible recruitment process.


  • Commercial Lawyer

    4 weeks ago


    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a Commercial Lawyer to join our team at Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment. As a Commercial Lawyer, you will be responsible for advising on a wide range of contractual arrangements for strategic projects and day-to-day business across various industries.The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of post-qualification...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    14 hours ago


    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom undisclosed Full time

    About the Role:Our client, a leading professional services company, is seeking a Legal Counsel / Commercial Lawyer to join their in-house legal department. Based in Surrey, this company offers hybrid working and considers candidates for 100% remote work.Key Responsibilities:Draft and negotiate high-value commercial contracts and agreements.Maintain excellent...


  • Bristol, United Kingdom Danebury Associates Full time

    A UK corporate with a network of offices across the company is seeking a commercial lawyer for its legal team Drafting and negotiating a range of commercial agreements Supporting key strategic projects and partnerships from a legal perspective Candidates are expected to be qualified lawyers, circa 1-5 years PQE, with commercial contracts experience....


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    A highly respected law firm, Jameson Legal, is seeking a skilled Professional Support Lawyer to specialize in commercial law. The ideal candidate will have experience as a fee earner or a lawyer looking to transition into a Professional Support Lawyer role within the commercial law sector.This position offers a distinctive opportunity to support the team in...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Womble Bond Dickinson Full time

    We are seeking a talented Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join our national commercial team at Womble Bond Dickinson. As a key member of the team, you will advise on the full range of contractual arrangements associated with strategic projects and day-to-day business across a broad range of industries.The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    A leading law firm, Jameson Legal, is seeking a skilled Professional Support Lawyer to join their commercial law team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert support in commercial, technology, and data matters, staying up-to-date with legislative changes and offering valuable insights to the team.The ideal candidate will have...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time

    Our Commercial Law team at Burges Salmon are looking for a skilled Commercial Lawyer to join our ranks. As a key member of our team, you will be working on high-profile matters alongside industry leaders, delivering practical advice and possessing extensive expertise in advising clients in the private sector, with some public sector work. We have a...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    4 weeks ago


    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time

    Commercial Lawyer OpportunityAre you a skilled Commercial Lawyer looking to work on high-profile matters and collaborate with industry leaders? Our Commercial Lawyers deliver practical advice and possess extensive expertise in advising clients in the private sector. We thrive on complex legal matters and groundbreaking projects.The TeamOur work requires an...


  • Bristol, United Kingdom Danebury Associates Full time

    A UK corporate with a network of offices across the company is seeking a commercial lawyer for its legal team Responsibilities will include: Drafting and negotiating a range of commercial agreements Supporting key strategic projects and partnerships from a legal perspective Developing and managing relationships with key stakeholders Candidates are...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    4 weeks ago


    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Burges Salmon Full time

    Commercial Lawyer OpportunityAt Burges Salmon, we are seeking a skilled Commercial Lawyer to join our team. As a Commercial Lawyer, you will be responsible for delivering practical advice and possessing extensive expertise in advising clients, primarily in the private sector, but also some public sector work.The RoleOur Commercial Lawyers are dedicated to...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    2 months ago


    Bristol, United Kingdom Elevate Full time

    One of our customers is looking for a Commercial Lawyer with a Pharmaceutical/ Medical Devices background for a 3 months contract role (with a possibility for extension to 6 months) in the UK.About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer for a 3-month contract role. The ideal candidate should be UK or Norwegian qualified, however the customer is...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    2 weeks ago


    Bristol, Bristol, South West England, United Kingdom QED Legal Full time

    Position: Commercial Lawyer Location: Bristol Role: Hybrid An international Legal 100 firm is looking to recruit into their national commercial team. They advise FTSE 100/250 clients, public sector bodies, and educational institutions on high-profile projects and regulatory matters, driving client growth. As one of the largest teams of its kind, they...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    Jameson Legal seeks an experienced Professional Support Lawyer with exceptional expertise in commercial contracts to fill this dynamic role. As a member of our team, you will contribute significantly to the success of our clients and the growth of our firm.You will be responsible for delivering exceptional service by offering timely and accurate advice on...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Commercial Contracts LawyerAbout the Role:Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join our client's national commercial team. As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for advising on a wide range of contractual arrangements for strategic projects and day-to-day business...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    2 weeks ago


    Bristol, United Kingdom QED Legal Full time

    Position: Commercial Lawyer Location: Bristol Role: Hybrid An international Legal 100 firm is looking to recruit into their national commercial team. They advise FTSE 100/250 clients, public sector bodies, and educational institutions on high-profile projects and regulatory matters, driving client growth. As one of the largest teams of its kind, they...


  • Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom Clifton Search Full time

    Job Title: Senior Commercial LawyerJob Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Commercial Lawyer to join our team at Clifton Search. As a Senior Commercial Lawyer, you will be responsible for providing quality cross-border legal advice to key stakeholders across our group of companies.Key Responsibilities:Advising on commercial contracts, including...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Clifton Search Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a seasoned Senior International Commercial Lawyer to join our team at Clifton Search.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled and experienced lawyer to take on a pivotal role in providing high-quality legal advice across various areas, including commercial contracts, disputes, data protection, employment law, M&A,...


  • Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Michelmores Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as a Senior Commercial LawyerWe are a forward-thinking, agile team that helps individuals, families, and businesses navigate change to find a positive future. Our flexible and inclusive organization values and nurtures our people's potential and inspiration, giving them a creative, open, and collaborative environment in which to develop...

  • Commercial Lawyer

    1 month ago


    Greater Bristol Area, United Kingdom Cathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment Full time

    About the FirmCathedral Appointments | South West Recruitment is delighted to partner with a leading international UK Top 50 firm to recruit a Lawyer to work within their nationally recognised Real Estate Energy and Natural Resources team.The firm boasts a national presence of over 150 fee earners across 8 locations, offering opportunities to get involved in...


  • Bristol, United Kingdom Fry and Brown Full time

    This is a very exciting time for a senior commercial lawyer to join a financial services company with a start-up vibe which has doubled in size in the last year and is continuing to grow. Complimenting the existing legal department, you will take the lead supporting on all third party commercial contracts and associated documentation. You will require a good...