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Senior Commercial Lawyer (FTC)
6-Month Fixed-Term Contract: Senior Commercial Lawyer – Commercial Legal Team
About Baringa
Baringa is a global consulting firm that partners with leaders to drive change and create value. With deep industry expertise and advanced technology, the firm helps clients deliver with greater confidence and certainty. Employing over 2,000 people across the UK, Europe, North America, Asia, and Australia, they combine global insight with local understanding.
The firm operates across:
- Energy and Resources
- Financial Services
- Government and Public Sector
- Consumer Products and Retail
- Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences
- Manufacturing
- Technology, Media, and Telecoms
Specialising in strategy, transformation, and operational excellence, Baringa leverages advanced technology, data, AI, and digital innovation. Clients value the firm’s collaborative approach and seamless integration—underpinned by a shared commitment to client success.
Awarded Great Place to Work globally and recognised by the Financial Times (22 UK Leading Management Consultants categories) and Forbes (top management consultancy firm four years running), Baringa prioritises kindness, curiosity, and a drive for excellence.
Role: Senior Commercial Lawyer (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
The Commercial Legal team seeks an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to join their ranks.
About the Team
Commercial Legal partners closely with business units to provide specialised legal, commercial, and risk management support, enabling confident decision-making. Responsibilities include:
- Shaping and negotiating client contracts
- Managing data, AI, and technology deals
- Evaluating partnerships and contractual risks
This role reports to the Commercial Legal Director, collaborating with Legal & Business Integrity, Baringa Enablement, and broader leadership. It is a team leadership position, meaning:
- Line-managing lawyers – setting priorities, developing talent, and supporting growth.
- Managing a caseload alongside weekly team oversight.
What You Will Do
- Lead and line-manage a team of commercial lawyers, including performance oversight and career development.
- Serve as a senior lawyer for complex digital contracts, covering areas such as data, cloud, AI, and technology implementation.
- Advise the wider Legal team and Baringa on best practices, continuous improvement, and training programs.
- Negotiate and draft contracts (e.g., One-off Services Agreements, Framework Agreements, Licence Agreements, Sub-contracts).
- Conduct contract risk assessments for senior management, escalating high-risk items to the relevant sector leads.
- Challenge and update Baringa’s Contract Risk Scorecard to reflect evolving positions.
- Collaborate with insurance brokers to ensure client contracts align with coverage parameters.
- Coach junior lawyers in legal drafting, negotiation, and commercial judgement.
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This position requires firm- and partner-level coordination with teams across Baringa Enablement, including People, Finance, Data, IT, and Cybersecurity.
Key Responsibilities
In summary:
- Manages cross-functional stakeholder relationships while handling a complex, high-impact caseload.
- Demonstrates expertise in digital contract risks, including GDPR and emerging regulatory frameworks.
- Uses technology tools (CLM platforms, legal databases) to enhance efficiency.
Required Skills & Experience
Essential Criteria
- Legal Qualifications: Solicitor or barrister qualified in England & Wales or a Commonwealth country.
- Post-Qualification Experience: Minimum 6 years of relevant commercial law experience.
- Digital Contracting Focus: Deep, demonstrated expertise in digital contracts, including cloud, data, AI, and technology delivery.
- Negotiation & Client Management: Ability to handle complex discussions with influential international clients, banks, and law firm advisors.
- Leadership: Proven track record in leading and developing a team of lawyers, with strong stakeholder engagement.
- Risk Assessment: Strong commercial risk judgment, clear articulation of legal/non-legal risks.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills with the ability to simplify complex issues for non-legal audiences.
- Resource Management: Highly organised, with experience prioritising in fast-paced environments while managing multiple responsibilities.
Preferred Advantages
- Experience developing precedents, playbooks, and procedure templates.
- Familiarity with legal tech (e.g., CLM tools, legal databases).
- Knowledge of data protection and emerging tech regulations.
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What Baringa Offers You
Workplace Values
Baringa operates on a “People First” philosophy, prioritising well-being, flexibility, and a supportive environment.
Your Benefits
- Annual Leave:
- 5 weeks paid leave (entitled from the start).
- +2 weeks after 5+ years of continuous service (“Recharge Leave”).
- Flexible Scheduling:
- Hybrid working policy to accommodate diverse needs.
- Option for unpaid leave (flexible leave support).
- Personal Development:
- Wellbeing Fund: An annual allowance for safe activity (e.g., retreats, therapy, fitness memberships).
- Shared Success:
- Profit Share Scheme: All employees benefit from company profitability.
- Social Responsibility:
- 3 Corporate Responsibility Days (30 hours) per year in environmental/social causes.
- Purpose-Driven Work:
- Commitment to Net Zero emissions targets, B-Corp principles, and ESG reporting (assessed by EcoVadis, CDP).
- Pro bono work and CSR programs to support marginalised sectors.
Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Opportunities
Baringa is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring our workforce reflects our clients’ needs and fosters innovation.
Our recruitment process is inclusive and intention-based—we do not rely on AI/automated screening and welcome applications from all backgrounds, including non-traditional educational pathways.
We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including those from lasting poverty, disability, care experience, or from out-of-scope universities.
Reasonable Adjustments
Contact the Talent Acquisition team to discuss supportive accommodations if needed.
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Every application is reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team without bias due to nationality, ethnicity, gender identity, age, disability, or background. We believe diversity strengthens our firm.
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US, APAC, Australia & Singapore
Personal data may be retained up to 2 years (rectifications supported under local law).
GDPR/Privacy Rights: For further details, contact privacy@baringa.com.
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