Commercial Manager - Solicitor

Kainos Group PLC

Belfast, United Kingdom
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Qualified solicitor or barrister
8 years post qualification experience
Extensive commercial contracts in it sector
** Kainos Group PLC is seeking a Commercial Manager - Solicitor to join their in-house legal team in Belfast. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in commercial contracts, particularly within the IT sector, and a strong understanding of the UK Public Sector procurement environment. **

Job Summary

  • Join a commercially focused, leading in-house legal team to shape the future of digital services.
  • You will act as a trusted advisor, balancing legal obligations with commercial realities while drafting and negotiating a wide range of agreements.
  • The role requires managing, supervising, and supporting the up-skilling and development of more junior members of the team.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Kainos Group PLC is seeking a Commercial Manager - Solicitor to join their in-house legal team in Belfast. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in commercial contracts, particularly within the IT sector, and a strong understanding of the UK Public Sector procurement environment. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister
  • 8 years post qualification experience
  • Extensive commercial contracts in IT Sector
  • Drafting and negotiating complex agreements
  • Balancing legal risk against commercial objectives

Nice-to-have

  • Understanding of UK Public Sector procurement
  • Knowledge of GDPR, AI Act, and Procurement Act
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience mentoring junior team members
  • Forward-thinking and solutions-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister
  • Minimum 8 years relevant post qualification experience
  • Extensive experience in commercial contracts within IT Sector

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