Commercial Partner – Edinburgh – £200,000+ + Bonus
A leading national Legal 500 law firm is preparing to launch a new Edinburgh office and is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Partner to play a key role in establishing its presence in the Scottish market. Working alongside other Partners involved in the launch, you will have the opportunity to help shape the new office from the outset while advising an impressive client base on complex and strategically important commercial matters.
This Commercial Partner role in Edinburgh offers a genuinely entrepreneurial opportunity to be part of a new office launch, with significant scope to influence the development of the firm's Scottish offering. You will benefit from the backing, infrastructure and wider capabilities of an established national firm, whilst having the autonomy and visibility that comes with helping to build a new regional presence. This is an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Partner in Edinburgh who is looking to take a leading role in establishing and growing a new office.
The Role
Advise clients on a broad range of commercial contracts, outsourcing and technology matters
Support businesses on strategic commercial projects across multiple sectors
Lead complex, high-value transactions and provide commercially focused legal advice
Build and develop long-term client relationships while growing your own practice
Collaborate with colleagues across Corporate, Technology, Intellectual Property and Regulatory teams
Play a leading role in business development and strategic growth initiatives
Mentor and support junior lawyers within the Commercial team
Contribute to the continued growth of the Leeds Commercial practice
The Candidate
Qualified Solicitor with extensive experience in commercial law
Currently operating at Partner level with a strong commercial background
Proven track record of winning work and developing long-term client relationships
Existing client following or strong business development credentials advantageous
Commercially minded with excellent technical and strategic advisory skills
Collaborative leadership style with experience mentoring junior lawyers
Ambitious and entrepreneurial with the desire to help grow a leading Commercial practice
The Benefits
Competitive salary of £200,000+ depending on experience
Attractive bonus structure
Clear pathway to equity
Market-leading benefits package
Generous annual leave plus
Commercial Partner in Edinburgh employer: William James Recruitment
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