Commercial Solicitor – In-House | SW England Location: South West England (Hybrid Working)
Experience: 2–6 Years PQE (Guideline)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

The Opportunity

Are you an experienced Commercial Solicitor ready to step into a dynamic in-house legal role?

Our client, a highly respected and growing business, is seeking a talented Commercial Solicitor to join their busy legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, high-value commercial contracts and a wide range of legal matters, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. Hybrid working arrangements offer flexibility alongside meaningful office engagement.

About the Role

As a key member of the in-house legal team, you will:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and 
• Provide practical, clear legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Balance legal risk with business objectives, taking a client-focused approach.
• Collaborate across teams confidently in a fast-moving, pragmatic environment.

About You The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with 2–6 years’ PQE in commercial law.
• Have experience at a leading law firm or a busy in-house legal department.
• Possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrate a commercial mindset and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.

Applicants outside the stated PQE range will also be considered if they have relevant experience and skills.

Why Apply?

• Join a forward-thinking in-house legal team within a respected organisation.
• Work on diverse, complex commercial legal matters.
• Benefit from hybrid working (typically 1–2 office days per week).
• Enjoy excellent career development opportunities and a positive work–life balance.

Interested? For more information about this outstanding in-house Commercial Solicitor role, contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal.

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