Job Description

A leading international law firm is looking for a skilled Senior Lawyer to join their expanding procurement legal team. This is perfect for an experienced commercial contracts specialist who is eager to play a pivotal part in the strategic development of a global procurement service. You will be joining a centralised function that underpins the firms operations, working closely with both legal and commercial colleagues to ensure robust contracting processes and effective supplier relationships.
What You'll Do:
As a Senior In-House Commercial Lawyer, you will immerse yourself in:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad spectrum of commercial and technology contracts, including high-value and complex bespoke agreements tailored to business needs.
• Collaborating closely with procurement teams and internal stakeholders to secure favourable contract terms while ensuring compliance with organisational policies.
• Providing expert legal guidance on data privacy matters within contracts, such as data processing agreements and cross-border data transfers, safeguarding sensitive information.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements within contracting procedures, policies, and standards to enhance efficiency, consistency, and value delivery.

You have the opportunity to work 3 days in the office and 2 from home, ensuring you have the flexibility for your life outside of work and can maintain a cohesive dynamic with your team.
What You Bring:
Joining as the Senior In-House Lawyer, you will have:

• Admission in England & Wales with at least 5 PQE, ideally gained through significant in-house roles within commercial environments.
• Extensive expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, including technology agreements.
• A comprehensive understanding of commercial law principles including contract law, data protection regulations (such as GDPR), and risk management frameworks relevant to procurement activities.
• Experience contributing to or leading process improvement initiatives within legal or contracting operations; openness to new ideas is essential for this evolving team environment.

The Company:
This international firm has massive growth plans and stands out for its culture built around continuous improvement, personal growth, and genuine collaboration. Here you'll find encouragement at every step: whether you're seeking professional development opportunities or looking for ways your voice can shape future strategy. The result is a workplace where people feel empowered-and inspired-to deliver exceptional results while enjoying meaningful connections with colleagues from all walks of life.
How to Apply:
Apply now or for more information, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Jess Vernal on jess.vernal@robertwalters.com or 07823647177.
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About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Legal
Focus: In-house & Generalist
Industry: Legal
Salary: 80,000 - 100,000 per annum + Annual bonus + Benefits + Hybrid Working
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Mid Management
Location: Leeds FULL_TIME
Job Reference: IJP1PP-BFFAC725
Date posted: 9 July 2025
Consultant: Jess Vernal yorkshire legal/in-house-general 2025-07-09 2025-09-07 legal Leeds West Yorkshire GB GBP 80000 100000 100000 YEAR Robert Walters https://www.robertwalters.co.uk https://www.robertwalters.co.uk/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png true