At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal support on commercial and procurement matters for the University.
- Company: Join a friendly legal team at the University of York.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive salary, and inclusive environment.
- Other info: Encouraging applications from women and promoting disability confidence.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working on diverse legal projects.
- Qualifications: Significant experience in contract law and commercial judgement required.
The predicted salary is between 58225 - 67468 £ per year.
Department University Secretary's Office Salary58,225 - 67,468 per year (reduced pro rata if part time)Grade Grade 8Contract status Open Hours of work Full or part-time (see job details)Based at University of York campus (with some remote working options available)Interview date To be confirmed Posted Date23/07/2026Apply by13/09/2026Job Reference15109Role Description Department Legal Services which includes the Information Governance and Insurance Office sits within the University Secretary's Office and is part of Professional Services.
The legal team is a small friendly team of five lawyers and a legal services co-ordinator and provides a supportive environment.
Role We welcome applications for full-time, part-time, or job-share arrangements to support flexible working.
This is an important role to provide legal support for the University on commercial and procurement matters.
As a senior lawyer, the role holder will manage legal risk and legal costs in an economical and effective manner.
The role will also include a wide variety of interesting legal work from services contracts to international HE partnerships and bespoke one off contracts and queries.
It requires the role holder to be flexible and have a 'can do' attitude to learning or taking on new types of work We are looking for a lawyer with real commercial experience and common sense.
Whether your background is in private practice, in-house, or specialist areas like property or IP, if you have a strong basis in contract law and the ability to learn and build on your skills, we want to hear from you.
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed Significant experience of advising on procurements, major projects and contracts, drafting reports and legal risk.
Expertise in contract law and sound commercial judgment.
Experience of handling concurrent major contracts or projects and ability to multi-task Ability or experience of line-management.
We also encourage applications from women for senior roles.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #Equalityat York As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum (essential) criteria for each position will be offered an interview.
Read more about the University of York's commitments under the Disability Confident scheme.
Senior Commercial Solicitor (Remote) in York employer: University of York
The University of York is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment within its Legal Services team. With flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to equality and diversity, employees can thrive both personally and professionally while contributing to meaningful legal work that impacts the university community. Located on a vibrant campus, the university fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation, making it an attractive place for talented solicitors to advance their careers.
