Corporate Commercial Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected Legal 500 firm in Chester is seeking a Corporate Commercial Solicitor with 3-5 years' PQE to join its growing business services team. This role involves advising on corporate transactions, drafting agreements, and managing client relationships. The firm offers a competitive salary between £45,000 and £55,000, along with opportunities for career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Exposure to high-quality corporate work

Supportive culture and career progression

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' PQE in corporate and/or commercial law (not NQ).
• Strong communication, drafting, and client care skills.
• Confident managing files with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on corporate transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Managing matters independently while collaborating with senior colleagues.
• Playing an active role in business development.

Skills

Corporate and commercial law

Client care

Negotiation

Business development

Communication

Education

3-5 years' PQE

Job description

Overview

A highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Chester is seeking an experienced Corporate Commercial Solicitor (3-5 years' PQE) to join its growing and dynamic business services team. This is an excellent opportunity to handle a broad mix of corporate and commercial work within a supportive, forward-thinking environment. The team advises a diverse client base, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporates, on matters ranging from M&A transactions and restructures to commercial contracts and partnership agreements.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and reorganisations
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements
• Managing matters independently while working closely with senior colleagues when required
• Playing an active role in business development, networking, and client relationship management

Requirements

• 3-5 years' PQE in corporate and/or commercial law (not NQ)
• Experience across both disciplines preferred, though strong experience in one area will be considered
• Confident managing files with minimal supervision
• Strong communication, drafting, and client care skills
• Enthusiastic about business development and networking

Benefits

• Competitive salary £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
• Exposure to high-quality, varied corporate and commercial work
• Supportive culture with excellent opportunities for career progression

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Corporate Commercial Solicitor to join a respected Legal 500 firm, offering a strong platform for career growth and client-facing responsibility.

If you would like to hear more about the role, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership.

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