Commercial Education Lawyer

Commercial Education Senior/Principal Associate | 6+ PQE | National Law Firm | Birmingham | Hybrid Working BCL Legal is delighted to present an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Solicitor with a strong interest or specialism in the Education sector to join a leading national law firm's growing Commercial Education team, based in Birmingham. This is a chance to join a highly regarded, sector-focused practice advising a broad range of education clients, including universities, international education providers, schools, academies, and sector-focused corporates. The team is known for delivering high-quality, practical and commercially focused advice on complex and high-profile domestic and international matters. The role offers the opportunity to work on genuinely interesting, cross-border and strategically significant projects within a collaborative national team that is at the forefront of developments in the education sector. The Role As a Senior/Principal Associate, you will:

• Advise on a broad range of commercial agreements for education sector clients, including collaboration, partnership and joint venture arrangements
• Support on international education projects, including overseas branch campuses in jurisdictions such as Asia and beyond
• Advise on outsourcing, franchise, validation and nomination agreements
• Work closely with colleagues across commercial, corporate and sector teams on complex, multi-disciplinary matters
• Deliver pragmatic, client-focused legal advice on high-value and often novel projects
• Take an active role in client relationships, including delivering training and supporting business development initiatives
• Mentor and support junior lawyers within the team

About You You will be an experienced commercial lawyer with:

• 6+ years' PQE with a strong grounding in commercial contracts
• Either existing experience in the education sector or a clear and demonstrable interest in developing expertise in this area
• Strong drafting, negotiation and advisory skills across complex commercial agreements
• The ability to manage matters independently while contributing effectively within a team environment
• A proactive, commercial and client-focused approach
• Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders and contributing to client development activity

Why Apply?

• Join a market-leading national commercial education practice with a strong and growing reputation
• Work on international, high-value and strategically important education sector projects
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive Birmingham-based team with strong national integration
• Early responsibility for client matters, relationships and business development
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a forward-thinking and inclusive firm
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Apply Now If you are an experienced Commercial Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within a leading national education practice, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Angharad Warren at BCL Legal.