Commercial Solicitor

COMMERCIAL SOLICITOR NQ-4 PQE A Leading Newcastle-Based Law Firm is seeking a skilled and commercially-minded solicitor to join their highly regarded Commercial Services practice. With a particular emphasis on supporting technology and digital businesses, this is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer between NQ and 4 years PQE to take the next step in their career. You will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, advising innovative clients across a wide range of sectors and commercial matters. You will be involved in a diverse caseload, with a strong focus on commercial contracts for technology and digital sector clients. Key responsibilities include: * Drafting and negotiating a broad spectrum of commercial agreements including outsourcing, procurement, cloud and IT services, data centres, logistics, manufacturing, supply, franchising, agency, and distribution agreements. * Providing strategic and practical legal advice to clients in technology, healthcare, life sciences, public sector, leisure and more. * Taking the lead on client matters and building long-term relationships with clients and internal teams. * Contributing to business development activities such as writing articles, speaking at industry events, and strengthening existing client relationships. The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor between NQ and 4 years PQE with a strong background in commercial law. The ideal candidate will: * Have demonstrable experience drafting and advising on a wide range of commercial contracts, ideally with a technology or digital focus. * Be adaptable, proactive, and commercially aware, with the ability to deliver practical solutions across multiple sectors. * Be comfortable working both independently and as part of a partner-led team on larger matters. * Have a strong academic background, excellent organisational skills, and an enthusiasm for business development. * Thrive in a varied role and enjoy working with a diverse client base. * Have a collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills. * Experience working in-house, or on consumer contracts or public procurement matters, would be advantageous but is not essential. You will enjoy: * A role within a Tier 1 ranked team for Information Technology law. * Opportunities to work with a high-profile client base, including software developers, gaming studios, and AI businesses. * Early responsibility, with scope to build your own client relationships and shape your career. * Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. * Flexible and hybrid working options. * Access to structured professional development and clear career progression. * A supportive, inclusive, and ambitious working environment shaped by employee feedback. For more information on this Commercial Solicitor role in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.