Corporate Lawyer

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Position Title: Corporate Lawyer

Location: Newbury, Maidenhead or Swindon

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Reference: BH-37079

Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About The Firm:

My client is a forward-thinking, innovative, and friendly law firm with a strong presence throughout the Thames Valley. Recently awarded “2024 Law Firm of the Year” by LawNet, the firm has grown substantially in recent years and is known for delivering high-quality legal services to both individuals and businesses. Their legal expertise spans Business, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing, supported by a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Position Overview:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Lawyer to join the firm’s Business Team (Commercial, Corporate & Employment). The role is based in one of their Thames Valley offices (Newbury, Maidenhead, or Swindon). The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ PQE with solid experience in corporate law, ideally gained within a corporate law firm. Working closely with business owners, corporates, and entrepreneurs, the successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, support senior team members, and actively contribute to business development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Advising on all aspects of company and corporate law.
2. Handling matters involving mergers and acquisitions, management buyouts, founder exits, shareholders’ agreements, joint ventures, and corporate investments.
3. Assisting with group reorganisations, corporate governance, and partnership agreements.
4. Managing a caseload covering sectors such as IT, tech, and life sciences.
5. Supporting senior team members and supervising delegated work.
6. Attending networking and business development events to promote the firm and team.
7. Actively seeking new business opportunities and maintaining client relationships.

Requirements:

Essential:

1. Minimum 2 years’ PQE in corporate law, ideally within a corporate law firm.
2. Experience handling complex mergers, acquisitions, and private equity transactions.
3. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
4. Excellent team player with a proactive and self-starting approach.
5. Strong client-facing and business development skills.
6. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Benefits:

1. Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy.
2. Pension scheme.
3. Life assurance.
4. Medical health cash plan.
5. Employee discount portal with Virtual GP, wellbeing tools, and advice.

Hours of Work:

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

How to Apply:

Apply in the strictest confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Contact Phone: [phone]

IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.

In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19.

(https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/3319/regulation/19/made)