Assistant Commercial Solicitor
- Recruiter
- Hays Midlands
- Location
- England, Leicestershire, Leicester
- Salary
- £33000.00 - £37000.00 per annum
- Posted
- 20 Apr 2017
- Closes
- 18 May 2017
- Ref
- 2966413
- Contact
- Stephen Keye
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Solicitor with commercial contracts experience required to join a university on a permanent basis.
Your new company
This is a world leading education establishment that has been in operation for well over a 100 years. They have close to 30.000 students with over 3000 members of staff and have a turnover in the region of £150 million. The working environment is of an excellent standard due to recent multi million pound developments taking place over the last few years and is very accessible via train and car. An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor with commercial experience to join their Legal Services Team on a permanent basis.
Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Legal Services, you will be working in a fast paced environment and exposed to a varied case load. You'll play a vital role as part of a strong and progressive team focusing on excellence in client service and support. You will be responsible for a wide range of agreements relating to projects with UK, EU and International partners both from industry, commerce and the higher education sector. It is also expected you will contribute to the positive development of the establishment including protection of assets such as it's intellectual property and it's reputation.
What you'll need to succeed
You'll be a qualified Solicitor who is 1 - 3 years PQE and has experience of drafting, negotiating / advising upon commercial contracts and Intellectual Property ideally gained in the public sector. You will also have the ability to build strong working relationships with academics and business development partners.
What you'll get in return
You will receive a competitive salary with the opportunity to work for a world leading education establishment.
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