Corporate Solicitor

Sellick Partnership Limited - Private Practice; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal firm in Leeds is looking for a Corporate Solicitor with over 3 years PQE to join their dynamic team. You will take ownership of complex transactions alongside a Partner and advise on corporate matters such as mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and negotiation skills and a proactive client-focused approach. The firm offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package with opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have 3+ years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience in growing and developing a corporate practice.
• Strong client relationship management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of transactions and work alongside a Partner.
• Advise on corporate transactions like mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Manage client relationships to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client-focused approach

Proactive mindset

Education

3+ years PQE

Tools

Legal research tools

Document management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sellick Partnership is currently working with an exciting Legal 500 ranked firm, based in Leeds, who is looking for a Corporate Solicitor to join their team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of transactions and working alongside a Partner on more complex deals.
• Advising on a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Managing client relationships and delivering exceptional client service

The Successful Candidate will need:

• 3+ years PQE
• Evidence of understanding what is needed to help grow and develop a corporate practice
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confident using legal research tools, document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

In exchange, the firm is offering a competitive salary and generous benefits package, as well as progression opportunities.

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