Corporate & Commercial Senior / Associate Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Gloucestershire is seeking an experienced Senior/Associate Solicitor to take on a key role in their Corporate & Commercial department. This position offers a chance to lead a busy practice while working across complex matters like mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance. Candidates should have a strong commercial acumen, leadership experience, and the ability to drive business development.

Benefits

Hybrid working

24 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear path for career progression

Supportive, inclusive working culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years' experience in corporate and commercial law.
• Proven track record advising on business sales and acquisitions.
• Strong knowledge of Companies Act 2006.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Corporate & Commercial department.
• Manage complex transactions like mergers and acquisitions.
• Contribute to department strategy and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Corporate & Commercial Senior / Associate Solicitor
Location: Stroud or Gloucester

We're looking for an experienced and commercially minded solicitor to lead and grow a busy Corporate & Commercial department within a well-established Gloucestershire-based law firm. This is an exciting opportunity to take on a senior role in a thriving practice with a strong client base across a wide range of sectors.

About the Role
You'll be working across a variety of complex and high-value matters, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Corporate restructuring
• Shareholder agreements and joint ventures
• Commercial contracts
• General company law and governance

As a senior member of the team, you'll also contribute to department strategy, mentor junior colleagues, and take an active lead in business development and client relationship management.

This is a genuine opportunity to shape the direction of a key practice area in a firm that values fresh ideas, commercial acumen, and a client-first approach.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 4-5 years' experience in corporate and commercial law
• Proven track record advising on business sales, acquisitions, and complex commercial transactions
• Strong working knowledge of the Companies Act 2006 and contract law
• Comfortable drafting and negotiating detailed agreements and technical documents
• Experience managing client relationships and winning new business
• Leadership experience or ambition to lead a growing team
• Organised, commercially aware, and confident under pressure
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player with a collaborative mindset and high professional standards

What's On Offer:

• Hybrid working - balance your time between home and the office
• Competitive salary based on experience and contribution
• Clear path for career progression within a growing team
• 24 days' holiday (plus bank holidays)
• A supportive, inclusive, and modern working culture
• Comprehensive benefits package

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, lead a growing team, and work with ambitious clients, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*