Commercial Solicitor

We are currently working with a well regarded, Legal 500 ranked firm in Reading that is looking for a talented Commercial Solicitor to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven and experienced Commercial law professional to join an expanding and supportive team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advise on a wide range of commercial agreements, including supply, service, and licensing contracts

• Handle intellectual property matters such as brand protection, IP ownership, and licensing

• Provide guidance on data protection, privacy policies, and regulatory compliance

• Work independently on most matters, with support available for complex or unfamiliar issues

• Collaborate with colleagues in the Business Services Team on marketing and client development

• Engage in knowledge sharing and mentor junior team members when needed

• Build tailored advice to suit clients across sectors including tech, automotive, and start-ups

• Adapt communication and solutions to suit each client's size, structure, and goals

• Deliver practical, business-minded advice rather than purely legal theory

• Balance legal risk with commercial realities to find workable solutions

• Get involved in growing the firm's profile through business development activities

• Participate in webinars, events, and content creation (e.g., articles or LinkedIn posts)

• Build strong client and professional networks through regular contact and relationship management

• Actively contribute to team growth and help shape future opportunities, including potential for partnership

The successful candidate:

• Minimum of 4 years' PQE (or equivalent high-quality experience) in commercial law

• Strong background in advising on commercial contracts, intellectual property, and data protection

• Able to manage matters autonomously while collaborating effectively within a team

• Experience working with clients across diverse sectors, especially technology and automotive

• Skilled at adapting communication and advice for businesses of all sizes

• Commercially minded with a focus on practical, real-world solutions

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong client relationships

• Interest in mentoring junior team members and contributing to team development

• Enthusiasm for business development, including networking, client engagement, and thought leadership

• Ambitious and self-motivated, with a desire to progress toward partnership in the near future

In exchange, the firm is willing to offer a competitive salary and generous benefits package as well as opportunities for career progression.

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For more information, contact Faith Kelly at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.

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