Junior Commercial Contracts Lawyer - Manufacturing

About Axiom: Axiom is transforming the legal services landscape by delivering innovative solutions ranging from individual secondees to fully integrated project teams that combine top-tier talent with cutting-edge technology. Join our innovative talent community and help drive impactful legal solutions to complex problems in various industries. Job Description: We are seeking a Junior Commercial Contracts Lawyer to support large-scale client projects with a growing emphasis on the manufacturing sector. This role is ideal for a motivated legal professional with under 5 years of post-qualification experience who brings strong commercial contracting skills and a willingness to work across industries. The successful candidate will handle high-volume contract workflows, collaborate closely with client legal teams, and help shape contractual strategies in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Responsibilities: • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including NDAs, MSAs, distribution agreements, SaaS agreements, supply contracts, licensing agreements, and service agreements. • Provide clear, business-focused legal advice on contract terms, risk mitigation, and compliance. • Support clients in manufacturing-related industries (any sector with manufacturing operations), with flexibility to assist in other areas as needed. • Collaborate with client stakeholders to align contractual terms with operational and strategic business goals. • Assist with contract management processes, including database oversight, template development, and potential CLM system implementation. • Stay up to date on relevant industry regulations, trends, and best practices impacting manufacturing and commercial contracting Minimum Qualifications: • JD or equivalent, with active bar membership in good standing. • 2–5 years of post-qualification experience, preferably with in-house exposure. • Strong track record drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. • Excellent communication and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote or hybrid environment. • Ability to manage multiple priorities and high-volume workloads efficiently. Preferred Skills: • Experience in the manufacturing sector (any industry background with manufacturing exposure). • Background supporting large-scale commercial contracting projects. • Familiarity with CLM systems and contract operations. • Experience working with cross-functional teams in a corporate environment. Compensation, Benefits & Location: This role offers a range of competitive compensation starting at $110,000, and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits, 401k, and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development tools and resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence. Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services. Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation. Learn more about working at Axiom. Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. 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