Corporate Commercial Solicitor

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Colne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Corporate Commercial Solicitor is sought for a permanent, full-time post in Cambridgeshire, offering £50,000 to £60,000 annually. The appointed lawyer, with one to three years' post-qualification experience, joins an established practice known for practical, commercially driven guidance.

The successful candidate will carry out corporate transactions, commercial contracts, and advisory work for a varied business client base, with emphasis on drafting, negotiation, and sound knowledge of company

Qualifications

• 1-3 PQE in corporate & commercial law
• Solid drafting ability
• Strong negotiation skills
• Sound knowledge of company and commercial law, and regulatory framework

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of corporate and commercial matters, taking ownership of files and delivering a high-quality service.
• Advise clients on a range of corporate matters, including acquisitions, disposals, shareholder agreements and company reorganisations.
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and corporate documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear and commercially focused advice.
• Keep up to date with relevant developments in corporate and commercial law.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the continued growth of the team.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Commercial awareness

Client relationships

Job description

A Corporate Commercial Solicitor is sought for a permanent, full-time post in Cambridgeshire, offering £50,000 to £60,000 annually. The appointed lawyer, with one to three years' post-qualification experience, joins an established practice known for practical, commercially driven guidance. Duties cover corporate transactions, commercial contracts, and advisory work for a varied business clientele. Applicants should demonstrate solid drafting ability, negotiation skills, and sound technical knowledge of company and commercial law. This position suits a solicitor eager to handle meaningful matters within a supportive, respected regional team.

Corporate & Commercial Solicitor | 1-3 years PQE | Cambridgeshire | £50k – £60k DOE |

THE OPPORTUNITY

The successful candidate will be joining a well-established firm that prides itself on providing practical, commercially focused legal advice. The corporate and commercial team works with a broad range of businesses and organisations, advising on a variety of corporate transactions and commercial matters.

THE ROLE

While carrying out your duties at this firm, you will be expected to:

• Manage a varied caseload of corporate and commercial matters, taking ownership of files and delivering a high-quality service.
• Advise clients on a range of corporate matters, including acquisitions, disposals, shareholder agreements and company reorganisations.
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts and corporate documentation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing clear and commercially focused advice.
• Keep up to date with relevant developments in corporate and commercial law.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the continued growth of the team.

THE CANDIDATE

Applications are welcomed from those with circa 1-3 PQE, you must also have:

• Experience managing your own caseload of corporate and commercial matters, with the ability to work with appropriate levels of supervision.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to understand clients' objectives and provide practical legal advice.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the confidence to deal directly with clients.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines.

It would also be desirable if you have:

• Previous business development experience, or an interest in developing client relationships and contributing to the growth of the practice.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with a genuine interest in developing your career within a Corporate & Commercial team.

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

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