Senior Commercial Solicitor 

Harper James  is a growing, ambitious commercial law firm like no other. We are growing our commercial team and have a number of exciting opportunities senior commercial solicitors to join the team (from 10 years plus experience). 

About Harper James

Harper James is a growing and ambitious commercial law firm like no other. Forget any misconceptions you may have about the legal industry, we're not stuffy or inhibited by traditions.

Founded in 2014, our purpose is as strong now as it was then - to enable growth-oriented businesses to succeed through delivering top-quality and accessible legal services by acting as partners in our clients’ journeys while our people enjoy a true work-life balance.

Harper James continues to grow at c40%+ year on year. This year, more than 140 people will support 3000+ businesses and we expect to double our turnover over the next two years.

What we offer

Our lawyers work on an employed and flexible basis, working remotely with access to meeting space in Birmingham, Cambridge, London, Manchester, Oxford, Southampton, Cardiff and Sheffield.

We work really hard to ensure our lawyers feel part of a team so they can collaborate, share ideas and enjoy each other’s company. The remote set up allows people to work from wherever they want, to give people the flexibility they need, for whatever reason. But, we want people to feel that they belong to an ambitious company and that their contribution towards our growth is recognized individually and as a team. 

What does the ideal candidate look like?

This opportunity is suited to lawyers with general commercial experience, in particular:

• Distribution agreements;
• Agency agreements;
• General terms and conditions for goods and services;
• Some experience of competition law or an interest in training in this area (preferred but not essential);
• Experience in data protection and privacy law.

The workload is varied and you will be supporting businesses of different sizes across a variety of sectors.

The bottom line

• Work where and when you want.
• No client following is required. We care about experience, expertise and commitment to our clients.
• An environment with no politics, no bureaucracy and a great team of people who all play a fundamental part in the success and continued growth of the business.
• A career opportunity for all levels of experience that meets your needs and that is capable of evolving as you evolve… whether that means intellectually stimulating work for interesting and grateful clients or building a team. 
• Competitive salary and bonus.
• 33 days holiday, including public holidays FTE.
• Option to buy up to 5 holiday days a year FTE.
• Private Healthcare
• Death in service benefit.
• Access to our electric car scheme.
• Flexible working with full time or part-time hours available as part of a fully remote but collaborative team.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE