Corporate Commercial Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking legal firm in Haywards Heath is seeking an Assistant Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join their Corporate and Commercial team. This role offers a starting salary of £45,000+ and the chance to work closely with experienced lawyers, gaining hands-on client exposure and mentoring. Ideal candidates are eager to learn and drive their careers forward in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Hands-on client exposure

Clear progression route

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• NQ to 2 years PQE in Corporate/Commercial law.
• Passion for business law and fast development.
• Ability to handle varied corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise high-growth tech startups and established businesses.
• Draft and negotiate shareholder agreements and commercial contracts.
• Work on mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring projects.

Skills

Business law knowledge

Client advisory

Contract negotiation

Mergers and acquisitions

Education

Law degree

Job description

Corporate / Commercial Solicitor | NQ-2 PQE | Haywards Heath | £45,000+

Picture this: you've just qualified (or are about to), and you're eager to work somewhere you can actually make an impact - not get lost in a sea of hierarchy and red tape. Somewhere you'll work directly with dynamic clients, learn fast, and see your ideas make a difference.

This is that place.

A forward-thinking commercial law firm in Haywards Heath is looking for an Assistant Solicitor (NQ-2 PQE) to join its growing Corporate and Commercial team. The firm has developed a reputation for its entrepreneurial spirit, high‑calibre client base, and collaborative environment - the kind of place where ambitious lawyers thrive.

You'll work closely with experienced Partners and Senior Associates, gaining exposure to a diverse range of matters, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions
• Shareholder and investment agreements
• Commercial contracts and IP matters
• Joint ventures and restructuring

No two days are the same, one moment you'll be advising a high‑growth tech startup, the next a long‑established owner‑managed business. You'll have the chance to take real responsibility early on, while being supported by a close‑knit team that genuinely wants you to succeed.

What's on offer:

• £45,000 starting salary (NQ), rising with experience
• Hands‑on client exposure and mentoring from senior lawyers
• Varied corporate and commercial work with quality clients
• A collaborative team culture with a modern, ambitious mindset
• A clear route for progression within a growing Sussex practice

This is an opportunity to build your career from the ground up in a firm where you're valued, supported, and trusted to grow.

If you're an NQ or up to 2 years PQE with a passion for business law and a drive to develop fast, this could be your next step.

Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.