Commercial Lawyer Jobs in United Kingdom
All jobs below are from employers who hold a valid UK sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
Commercial Lawyer roles are classified under Solicitors and lawyers (SOC 2412) and qualify for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can hire internationally for this role. View our occupation codes & salary thresholds to understand how the required salary is calculated.
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What solicitors and lawyers earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most solicitors and lawyers in the UK earn between £41,392 and £77,584 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £51,600 (SOC 2412), sitting at the 41st percentile of what UK employers pay and £5,704 below the median.
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Our client is a global law firm with a strong reputation for innovation and modern legal delivery, supporting clients across a broad international platform. Client Details This organisation operates within the professional services industry and has a well-established presence in London. As a medium-sized firm, they focus on delivering expert legal solutions to a diverse client base, maintaining a professional and efficient approach. Description You will work as part of a specialist team providin
Commercial Litigation Lawyer (with investigations exp). 2-3 month assignment We are currently working with a notable litigation boutique that is looking to engage an experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer with investigations experience for an initial 2-3 month assignment, starting ASAP. 2-3 days per week in their London office will be required. The role will involve supporting a significant and high-profile investigation within the financial services sector, including overseeing a document rev
Join our growing Commercial Disputes team in Leeds and become part of a market-leading practice recognised for delivering innovative, commercially focused solutions to complex disputes. Working with a diverse client base across the UK and internationally, you'll have the opportunity to develop your expertise, build strong client relationships, and progress your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. What You'll Do :Advise clients on a broad range of commercial disputes across
Join our expanding Commercial Disputes team in Leeds and play a key role in a market-leading practice recognised for its commercial, innovative approach to resolving complex business disputes. Working with high-profile clients across the UK and internationally, you'll have the opportunity to take on high-quality work, strengthen client relationships, and further develop your career within a supportive and collaborative environment. What You'll Do: • Advise clients on a wide range of complex comm
Location: Birmingham, Exeter, Leeds, Manchester, Winchester Hybrid working This is a newly created role within the Governance and Risk Team. This role is primarily responsible for reviewing, advising, negotiating, and concluding commercial contracts which the firm is entering into with both clients and suppliers of goods and services to the firm. This role will report into the Director of Governance and Risk and work closely with key stakeholders across the firm at all levels including both Lega
Re:link, Linklaters’ platform for contract lawyers, is seeking high calibre general commercial lawyers for a range of interim assignments. As a Re:link consultant, you will provide high quality legal advice and support to Linklaters’ clients, with a particular focus on commercial contracts. You will work on diverse projects, helping businesses manage complex legal risk and develop practical, commercial solutions. We are interested in lawyers with broad commercial experience, ideally gained in to
Commercial Lawyer | 5PQE+ Global Professional Services Business We’re partnering with a large international business seeking an experienced commercial lawyer to join its legal team on an initial interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded in-house legal function supporting a broad range of commercial, procurement and strategic business initiatives across a complex and fast-moving organisation. The role offers significant stakeholder exposure and would suit a commerc
Commercial Lawyer | 5PQE+ Global Professional Services & Infrastructure Business We're partnering exclusively with a globally recognised professional services business - one of the most respected names in its field - to find an experienced commercial lawyer for a newly created permanent position within its in-house legal team. This is a genuinely compelling opportunity. The business operates at the forefront of major infrastructure, construction and capital projects on a global scale, and th
Our client, a local authority in the West Midlands , is currently recruiting for a Principal Commercial Property Lawyer to join their award-winning in-house Legal Services team on an initial 3-month locum basis . The position is offered on a full-time basis, working 37 hours per week with a flexible working style, including hybrid working ( 2 days per week in the office ), and a flexible hourly rate that is negotiable depending on candidate's expectations and experience. The ideal candidate will
We are seeking an experienced England and Wales Qualified Commercial Lawyer with a proven background working in contract review and management. Successful applicants will have: A good understanding of commercial contracts and SaaS agreements Generalist commercial drafting and issue-spotting skills Ability to progress contracts quickly or escalate where further legal input is required. Experience of support for M&A due diligence (desirable) Ability to work autonomously. Immediate availability
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Commercial Lawyer roles fall under SOC 2412 (Solicitors and lawyers), which is eligible for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Employers with a valid sponsor licence can sponsor Commercial Lawyer positions.