University of Wolverhampton
Senior Commercial Lawyer
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University of Wolverhampton
Location: West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Work Mode: On-site
Industry: Higher Education, Legal Services, Law Practice
Job Description
Senior Commercial Lawyer
University of Wolverhampton | £80,000 | Hybrid Working | 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Are you a commercial lawyer looking for genuinely varied, high-quality in-house work?
The University of Wolverhampton is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Lawyer to join its Legal Services team for a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Education
This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a modern, ambitious university, advising on major commercial projects that support education, research, and innovation. No two days are the same, with work spanning strategic partnerships, technology, procurement, intellectual property, and complex commercial agreements. You'll be advising on:
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- Commercial contracts
- Partnership and franchise arrangements
- Research collaborations
- Grant funding agreements
- IT and technology contracts
- Data sharing agreements
- Procurement and contractual risk
A key part of the role will involve supporting partnership and franchise arrangements with NHS organisations, colleges, and private sector providers, helping to develop innovative educational partnerships while protecting the University's commercial interests.
We're Looking For Someone With
- Significant commercial contracts experience
- Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
- A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
- The confidence to advise senior stakeholders
- Higher education experience (preferred), or strong commercial experience gained within the wider public sector
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Why Join the University of Wolverhampton?
- Salary of £80,000
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Excellent pension and generous annual leave
- A collaborative, supportive in-house legal team
- Interesting, strategic work with real impact
- The opportunity to help shape the future of one of the West Midlands' leading universities
If you're interested in finding out more, I'd be delighted to arrange a confidential conversation.
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