Senior Associate – Commercial Law | City Quality Work Location: Reading Level: Senior Associate Salary : £70,000 - 80,000 DOE My client, a respected Legal 500 & Chambers ranked law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate within Company Commercial Law to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of high value and complex commercial matters while playing a key role in business development and client management. Why Apply? • Lead on commercial contracts, procurement, IT, outsourcing, data protection, and intellectual property matters with City quality clients • Work closely with clients, providing strategic legal advice on complex transactions • Strong career progression within a collaborative and forward-thinking firm • Opportunity to engage in marketing, networking, and business development activities • Flexible working arrangements with a mix of Reading based and London based collaboration Key Responsibilities • Advising clients on a wide range of commercial agreements, including contract drafting, negotiation, and risk management • Handling high value and complex procurement, IT, outsourcing, and intellectual property contracts • Leading client relationships and acting as a trusted advisor on strategic legal matters • Driving business development through networking, seminars, and industry engagement • Managing workloads efficiently and maintaining excellent file and case management standards Candidate Requirements • Qualified solicitor with significant experience in commercial law at Senior Associate level • Strong drafting and analytical skills with the ability to work independently • Proven experience in business development, marketing, and client relationship management • Commercial mindset with the ability to provide practical, solutions focused legal advice • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with a proactive and collaborative approach This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Associate looking to take the next step in their career within a highly regarded and client focused firm. For more details contact Chris Prendergast at QED legal or Apply today.