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We’re looking for a Senior Solicitor to join and strengthen our high-performing Legal Team at Forge Holiday Group. This is a fantastic opportunity to play an influential role in a private equity-backed business in the travel and holiday rental sector. In this role, you will support the Head of Legal across a wide range of matters including commercial contracting, disputes, M&A and strategic projects. You’ll take ownership of your work, deliver timely pragmatic legal advice, and help coach and supervise colleagues to uplift capability within the function. The team has developed self-service tools, including templates and guidance on its Legal intranet, and this role will build on that foundation to enable the business to move faster, with clarity and confidence. Legal embraces technology and has embarked on its journey to use AI to drive efficiency, reduce friction, and scale legal support intelligently across the Group.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver strategic, commercially focused legal advice to enable growth while managing risk
Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts
Support the Group’s dispute resolution strategy, balancing commercial and reputational outcomes
Advise on M&A and strategic projects, supporting growth and transformation
Partner cross-functionally with teams across Customer Services, Product, Tech, Marketing, Finance, HR, and more, to embed legally robust processes
Develop and maintain self-service legal tools, templates, and guidance to drive speed and consistency
Champion the use of AI tools within Legal to enhance efficiency and scale support
Coach and review work of junior colleagues, elevating legal capability across the function
Support the Head of Legal in shaping and executing the Group’s legal and procurement strategy
Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 4+ years PQE (in-house or leading private practice background)
Strong grounding in commercial law and contract negotiation
Commercially minded, pragmatic, and able to balance risk with opportunity
Excellent communicator, able to simplify complexity and influence across levels
Experienced in managing stakeholders and navigating evolving business needs
Proactive problem-solver who brings clarity, structure, and drive
High integrity, ownership mindset, and a collaborative team player
What we offer:
Annual bonus scheme linked to company performance
33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays)
Birthday day off + 2 volunteering days per year
Enhanced parental leave (24 weeks maternity, 3 weeks paternity at full pay)
Discounts on stays with our brands + wellbeing offers
Health cash plan & life assurance
Training & development opportunities
24/7 mental health support
On-site gym and parking at Chester HQ (close to the train station)