Corporate Interim Consultant Lawyer ~£200 / hour DOE (entirely remote)

Okapi Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Consultant Solicitor for an interim role focusing on business sales. The position is remote, offering flexible working arrangements and a competitive hourly rate. Ideal candidates are UK-qualified solicitors with significant experience in corporate M&A transactions, able to operate autonomously and manage tasks confidently.

Benefits

Highly competitive hourly rate

Flexible working arrangements

Engagement on high-value projects

Qualifications

• Significant experience in business sale transactions.
• Track record of handling SME and mid-market deals independently.
• Ability to operate autonomously in a consultancy capacity.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and draft sale and purchase documentation.
• Conduct due diligence processes.
• Liaise with clients and external advisers.

Skills

Corporate M&A experience

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

Job description

Corporate Consultant – Interim Solicitor

Location: Remote working, with no office or client attendance required

Office Location: Central London

Hourly Pay: ~£200 / hour DOE

Contract Type: Interim / Consultancy Basis

About the Firm

Our client is a leading boutique law firm renowned for its discretion, technical excellence, and exceptional client service. They are now seeking an experienced Corporate Consultant Solicitor to assist one of their key clients with the sale of a business. This is with the view to pick up ad hoc Corporate Commercial work thereafter.

The Role

You will provide interim support to the firm’s client, focusing on managing and executing the legal aspects of a business sale transaction. This will include:

• Advising on and drafting sale and purchase documentation (SPAs, disclosure letters, ancillary agreements, etc.)
• Conducting and managing due diligence processes
• Liaising with clients, accountants, and external advisers
• Assisting in negotiations and transaction management to ensure a smooth and efficient completion

This role is designed for a senior, commercially minded solicitor who can confidently manage a transaction end-to-end while integrating seamlessly with the firm’s existing team and culture.

About You

• UK-qualified solicitor with significant experience in corporate M&A / business sale transactions
• Proven track record in handling SME and mid-market deals independently
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with meticulous attention to detail
• Able to operate autonomously and flexibly in a consultancy capacity
• Able to start before Christmas, or ASAP.

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
• Flexible working arrangements – entirely remote or hybrid options available
• Engagement on a high-value, strategic business sale

What's Next?

If you are a seasoned corporate solicitor looking for a high-calibre interim assignment with genuine flexibility and the chance to make a tangible impact, we would like to hear from you.

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